The Trustees of the Mike Howley Trust extend a warm invitation to young creatives on the Isle of Wight to apply for grants of up to £1,500.
These grants are designed to support emerging talents in artistic disciplines such as dance, theatre (including film/video), music, and writing.
Open to 18 to 30-year-olds
If you’re an Isle of Wight resident aged 18 to 30 with creative aspirations, this funding opportunity could be your stepping stone to success.
The grant can be used for various purposes, including training, coaching, recording, rehearsal space, staging, publishing, instruments, equipment, and more.
Deadline for using the funds
Please keep in mind that the awarded funds must be used within four months from the date of the award, specifically by the end of March 2024.
This ensures that the funding serves its intended purpose promptly and effectively.
Past awardees share their success stories
Previous recipients of Mike Howley Trust grants have achieved significant milestones in their artistic journeys thanks to this support.
Notable examples include:
- A creative writer who used the funds to pursue courses exploring the art of writing and illustrating children’s books.
- A musician who received financial support to facilitate the development, mixing and re-mastering of tracks for an album.
- A dancer and choreographer who benefited from funds for one-on-one specialist training.
- A filmmaker who received financial assistance towards pre-production costs for a creative project.
Don’t miss the deadline
The application period runs until 27th October, providing ample time for aspiring creatives to submit their proposals.
The awards, once deliberated upon, will be announced approximately on 10th November.
Find out more
For comprehensive information about the funding process and to access the application guidelines, please visit the website.
This resource equips you with all the details you need to craft a compelling application that aligns with your artistic ambitions.
