Deadline: 19-Feb-2026
Tipperary County Council provides annual funding through the Arts Act Grant Scheme to support arts development across County Tipperary. The scheme funds projects that promote public engagement, artistic quality, diversity, and sustainability in a wide range of art forms, for not-for-profit and voluntary organizations within the county.
What is the Arts Act Grant Scheme?
The Arts Act Grant Scheme is an annual funding program designed to stimulate public interest in the arts, promote knowledge and appreciation of artistic practices, improve standards, and increase opportunities for participation in County Tipperary. The scheme supports projects that deliver quality arts experiences, encourage equality and human rights, adhere to the national policy on Paying the Artist, and promote environmental responsibility through sustainable practices.
Who is Eligible?
Eligible applicants must be: based in the Tipperary administrative area, registered with the Public Participation Network, and submitting only one application per year. Organizations already receiving significant annual funding through Tipperary County Council’s budget process are not eligible. The scheme is competitive, and meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee funding or full funding of the requested amount.
What Types of Projects Are Supported?
The scheme supports creative and interpretative expressions in traditional and contemporary forms, including: visual arts, theatre, literature, music, dance, opera, film, circus, architecture, and any medium used for artistic purposes. Funding assists not-for-profit and voluntary groups in delivering arts programmes, projects, or events taking place within the Tipperary administrative area or with specific significance to the county.
What is Not Supported?
The scheme does not fund: commemorative events, publishing projects, heritage or oral history projects, ongoing art or music classes, festivals, fundraising or charity events, school productions, competitive events, capital costs, equipment purchases, or applications from individual artists. All proposals must comply with public health guidance in place at the time of application and delivery.
Why It Matters
The Arts Act Grant Scheme strengthens arts development, cultural participation, and community engagement in Tipperary. By supporting diverse artistic projects, the scheme helps raise standards, increases access to arts experiences, and encourages inclusive, sustainable practices in local arts communities.
How to Apply
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Ensure your organization is based in the Tipperary administrative area and registered with the Public Participation Network.
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Develop a project proposal that aligns with the scheme’s objectives, including public engagement, quality, diversity, and sustainability.
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Submit a single application per year; ensure it meets all eligibility and compliance requirements.
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Focus on projects that deliver arts experiences to participants and audiences, avoiding ineligible activities such as festivals, equipment purchases, or school productions.
Tips for a Strong Application
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Demonstrate clear public engagement and impact.
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Highlight artistic quality and standards.
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Show commitment to equality, diversity, and human rights.
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Include sustainable practices where possible.
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Ensure the project’s relevance to County Tipperary.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
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Applying for ineligible projects such as fundraising events or equipment purchases.
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Submitting applications for individual artists.
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Ignoring the single application limit per year.
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Failing to comply with public health guidance at the time of application and delivery.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Who can apply? Not-for-profit and voluntary organizations based in the Tipperary administrative area, registered with the Public Participation Network.
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How many applications can an organization submit? One application per year.
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Are individual artists eligible? No, individual artists cannot apply.
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What types of arts are supported? Visual arts, theatre, literature, music, dance, opera, film, circus, architecture, and other artistic media.
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Are festivals or ongoing classes funded? No, the scheme does not support festivals or ongoing art or music classes.
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Is sustainability a requirement? Projects are encouraged to include sustainable practices and environmental responsibility.
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Does meeting eligibility guarantee funding? No, the scheme is competitive and funding is not guaranteed.
Conclusion
The Arts Act Grant Scheme from Tipperary County Council provides vital support for the development of arts in County Tipperary. By funding high-quality, inclusive, and sustainable arts projects, the scheme promotes community engagement, artistic excellence, and cultural growth across the county.
For more information, visit Tipperary County Council.
