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Creative Scotland · United Kingdom

Open Fund for Individuals

Accepting applications

Funding for freelance artists and creative people in Scotland to make work, develop their practice or take on a project. Apply any time.

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Program at a glance

Application status
Accepting applications
Funding amount
£500-50,000
Listed deadline
No deadlines
Who can apply
Artists, Individuals.
Where
Scotland, United Kingdom
Good for
Arts and culture, Indigenous languages, Heritage, history and archives
Pays for
A project, Training or professional development, Research, Travel, Equipment or supplies

Who it's intended for

Details
Freelance and self-employed artists and creative practitioners living in Scotland, aged 18+, not in full-time education, with a UK bank account.

Source checked against the funder's website on October 24, 2026. From a May 2026 summary of the fund; check creativescotland.com for the current guidance. Always confirm current details with the funder.

Still to confirm

A profile match does not check every requirement. Confirm these points on the funder's page before applying.

  • Whether the current intake is accepting applications, and its exact cutoff time and timezone.
  • Freelance and self-employed artists and creative practitioners living in Scotland, aged 18+, not in full-time education, with a UK bank account.
  • Any registration, membership or previous-funding restrictions.
  • Which costs are covered and what supporting documents are needed.

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