Open Fund for Individuals
Offered by Creative Scotland
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About this opportunity
Rolling National Lottery funding for freelance/self-employed artists and creative practitioners living in Scotland (18+) to support research, development and/or delivery of creative activity for up to 24 months. Applicants can request £500–£50,000 via Creative Scotland’s online portal; there is no fixed deadline while the fund is open.
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Frequently asked questions
- When is the deadline for Open Fund for Individuals?
- We haven't been able to confirm a deadline for this one yet. Check the organizer's own page before you apply — and we'll update this listing as soon as we know more.
- Who offers Open Fund for Individuals?
- Creative Scotland runs it, from Scotland, United Kingdom.
- What funding or support does Open Fund for Individuals offer?
- £500–£50,000
- Who can apply for Open Fund for Individuals?
- From the funder's description, it's aimed at artists.
- How do I apply for Open Fund for Individuals?
- You apply on the funder's own site. The link is on this page: with a free GrantGigs account for deadlines in the next 30 days, or with Pro for later ones. If applications are new to you, our guide on how to apply for music grants walks through the whole process. Read the guide →
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