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Advice for your application

Advice for Funding Applications

We know that applying for financial support can be a daunting process. To help you get your creative idea across as clearly and completely as possible, we’ve put together a few blogs to help you along at each stage of the process. 

Get Set Sessions

Discover how Help Musicians can support you in getting going on your next creative endeavour, and how to get started on your application. These online sessions will guide you through the types of activities for which you can receive support, the application process, common mistakes and top tips, equipping you to write the best possible application.

Upcoming online sessions:

  • Wednesday 29 June 2022, 3pm
  • Wednesday 6 July 2022, 5pm
  • Tuesday 19 July 2022, 1.30pm
  • Wednesday 3 August 2022, 5pm
  • Thursday 18 August 2022, 1.30pm
  • Wednesday 31 August 2022, 5pm

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Before you start

Before you get going on your application, there are a few things to consider: 

  • Identifying the type of support you need

  • Once you have selected the support most suited to your needs, make sure you read the guidance to ensure your activity is eligible: 
      • Develop your skills - Full application guide here
      • Music-led creative collaboration - Full application guide here
      • Recording and releasing music - Full application guide here
      • MOBO Help Musicians Fund - Full application guide here
      • Touring and live - Full application guide here

  • Understanding the business advice sessions 

  • Choosing between a written or a video application 

 

Writing your application 

Many of the questions in the application form are quick and easy to answer. Some will take a bit longer, and require a bit more depth. Here are some guides to help you through the more detailed questions: 

  • Writing a biography 

  • Writing about key milestones 

  • Writing a summary of your creative activity 

  • Writing about the impact on your career 

  • Writing a budget
     
  • Writing your risk assesment (Touring & Live)

 

Technical help: using our application portal 

If you’re struggling to find your way around the application portal, here are some guides to help you find your way: 

  • Navigating the home screen of the application portal

  • Guide to using the application portal after submitting an application 

  • Using the application portal to manage your accepted grant 

 

Results and feedback 

What happens after I complete my application? Read our FAQs for more about the process for receiving results and feedback. 

Further support

If you’re thinking about making an application but have questions about what support might be right for your musical plans, or questions about the application form, you can book a call-back with a member of the team for a dedicated pre-application support session.

We are unable to review previous applications for individual feedback, but we can offer you guidance on making a strong application. 

Book now to talk to the team

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