Following the huge response to their 2015 fundraising campaign, the organisers of The Seed Fund have announced the launch of their 2016 grants round. Applications opened earlier this month and are set to close Monday, 1st August.
Now entering its 12th year, The Seed Fund sets itself apart from other arts funding initiatives by taking a more holistic approach to the music industry. You don’t just have to be an up-and-coming artist to take advantage.
For example, the Management Workshop offers up to 25 burgeoning artist managers $2,800 each (a total of $70,000) for “a one-stop shop for practical strategies to manage artists in the establishment phase of their careers”.
Those awarded the grant will get access to “an unrivalled list of industry experts from managers to publishers, lawyers, publicists, promoters, and media representatives”. It’s the foot in the door up-and-coming managers dream of.
“The Seed Workshop has been a turning point in my career,” said Matthew Cannings (L-FRESH The LION, Little Sea). “I am more energised and enthusiastic about artist management, which will no doubt also benefit my artists in spades.”
“Personal development is crucial in this industry, but very often rare, and The Seed provides the perfect space for that to happen amongst your peers.” Other grants include the Bush Bands Business grant and Song Cycles INBOUND.
Head to the official Seed Fund website for more details and if you’re looking to participate, make sure you follow the selection criteria closely and get your application in by the close date on Monday, 1st August.
