The Culture Ireland Regular Grant Scheme supports Irish professional artists and arts organisations in presenting their work at major international venues and festivals. Grants cover travel, accommodation, subsistence, and related costs, promoting artistic excellence, diversity, inclusivity, and sustainable practice across all art forms recognised under the Arts Act 2003.
Overview
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Purpose: Enable Irish artists and arts organisations to showcase their work internationally.
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Scope: Supports all art forms defined in the Arts Act 2003, including visual arts, theatre, literature, music, dance, opera, film, circus, architecture, and other creative mediums.
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Funding covers costs directly related to international presentation, including travel, freight, accommodation, and subsistence.
Objectives and Priorities
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Promote the international presentation of contemporary Irish arts.
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Ensure artistic quality and a professional track record.
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Support financial and operational viability of projects.
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Encourage international exposure, wider media coverage, and promotion.
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Uphold equality, diversity, inclusivity, and sustainability in all funded projects.
Who Can Apply?
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Irish professional artists.
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Arts organisations based in Ireland.
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International presenting partners collaborating with Irish artists.
Eligible Events and Activities
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Only events outside the island of Ireland.
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Events must be open to a public audience and widely promoted.
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Applicants must receive fees for the presentation of their work.
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Projects should demonstrate a clear international partner or presenting entity involved in promotion and logistics.
Funding Details
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Grants traditionally cover:
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Travel and transport of artists and materials.
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Freight for artworks or instruments.
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Accommodation and subsistence for artists.
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Promotion and presentation costs in collaboration with international partners.
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Funding is intended to support direct costs of international presentation, not general operational or unrelated expenses.
How to Apply
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Ensure your project involves an Irish professional artist or arts organisation.
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Identify an international partner or presenter contributing to promotion and fees.
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Prepare a budget detailing eligible travel, freight, accommodation, and subsistence costs.
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Submit your application through the Culture Ireland online portal.
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Demonstrate alignment with equality, diversity, inclusivity, and sustainable practices.
Tips for Success
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Showcase previous international work or experience.
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Highlight the impact and reach of your proposed event.
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Provide clear evidence of partnerships and collaboration with international presenters.
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Ensure your project aligns with Culture Ireland’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability.
FAQ
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Who is eligible? Irish professional artists, arts organisations, and international presenting partners.
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Which art forms are supported? All arts recognised under the Arts Act 2003.
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Where can events take place? Only outside the island of Ireland.
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What costs are eligible? Travel, freight, accommodation, subsistence, and promotion directly related to the international presentation.
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Is public accessibility required? Yes, events must be open to the public.
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Do applicants need international partners? Yes, or an international presenting partner must contribute to fees and promotion.
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Does Culture Ireland consider diversity and sustainability? Yes, all projects should reflect these values.
Conclusion
The Culture Ireland Regular Grant Scheme empowers Irish artists and arts organisations to gain global exposure, fostering international recognition while promoting high-quality, inclusive, and sustainable artistic practice. By connecting Irish creativity with worldwide audiences, the scheme strengthens Ireland’s cultural presence and supports the growth of professional arts careers internationally.
For more information, visit Culture Ireland.