The Arts Council of Northern Ireland is offering funding for the purchase of musical instruments for both professional and non-professional performing groups in Northern Ireland. This programme aims to enhance music-making quality in communities by supporting new instrument acquisitions. Priority is given to applications demonstrating a commitment to education, artistic development, and increased access in rural areas.

Eligible applicants include formal, not-for-profit groups such as orchestras, choirs, and community music groups, as well as schools involved in non-core curriculum music activities. Excluded are groups that received funding in the past five years and those covered by other specific schemes.

Applications must be submitted online by 12pm on Monday, 30 September 2024.

See link below for further details.