How
to apply
We support responsive, political artworks in public space with decisions made on applications in a week.
We support political work with a goal to make change happen.
Criteria
The work is time-critical
The reason that ARTCRY exists is to encourage artists to make work which responds to social/political events happening now by giving a decision on applications within seven days.
Any work funded by us must require an immediate start in order to make it's point.
All work must happen for free, in public space in the UK.
We are looking to support artistic interventions in public space. Our focus is on a UK audience.
Where and how you choose to put your work on needs to clearly connect with the people you want it to reach.
We value work which...
Starts a conversation ​
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Can startle people with a new point of view
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Makes audiences think more deeply
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Strives to make an impact
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Respects difference
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Has a spirit of openness and accessibility at its core.
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Is representative
Areas of interest & commissions
ARTCRY is an open fund, you can apply on any topic at any time. We have two areas of interest. We are particularly interested in funding:
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1. Transparency and accountability in our democracy.
Art that engages with our political systems (local & national).
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2. Fight for human rights and equality.
Especially art that engages with the UK’s Immigration and Asylum systems.
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We sometimes work in partnership with others to launch specific commissions which you can apply to. Details of any live commissions will be below with guidance if there are no details that means we do not have any commissions live at the moment.
Grant amounts
At ARTCRY we raise all the money we grant out, we don't have a large pot. So we want to see applications which are tightly focused around need.
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You can apply for any amount of money. Do you need £50 to buy paint? £200 to hire a van? We want you to apply for what you need.
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Our standard maximum grant amount is up to £2,500 (including VAT). ​
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How to apply
1. Read/watch our How To Apply information below.
This tells you more about what we are looking for and gives an example template application form and budget if you would like one.
2. Create your application.
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3. Submit the application on the form opposite.
Please note - you will not get a confirmation email but there will be a little note that pops up underneath the SUBMIT button telling you your application has been submitted.
Please note - we will reply to every application with feedback. If your application is successful this will be within 7 days. If we are not offering you funding it might take a little longer than 7 days but we will be in touch.
Good luck!
Application Form
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Thank you!
We will be in touch within a week to let you know whether you have been successful.
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