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Funding for Organisations

We are the main support for artists and arts organisations, offering a broad range of funding opportunities through our Exchequer and National Lottery funds.

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Conor Mitchell's MASS, Belfast Ensemble, Outburst Arts and Ulster Orchestra at Outburst Queer Arts Festival. Photo: Neil Harrison

This funding helps organisations to develop ideas, projects and new work, and deliver activity with partners.

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We encourage applicants to read all the guidance notes provided before submitting an application for funding. It is important to check you are using the most up-to-date funding application form.

Guidance notes or Applications forms downloaded on dates before a programme opens may not be current.

If you are seeking funding for film-making, this has been delegated to Northern Ireland Screen.

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