Microgrants
The microgrants programme, funded by Arts Council England, awarded grants of £1-5k to support small-scale projects or the early stages of larger initiatives, such as community engagement or consultation. With a straightforward application process and light-touch reporting, the aim was to build capacity and confidence within the sector to apply for larger sums of investment, from Arts Council England and other funders. The programme was open to public libraries in England, including prison and school libraries that are run by public library services.
Application process
Libraries were invited to submit applications quarterly from 30 July 2024 to 31 March 2025.
Application rounds commenced on the following dates:
- 30 July 2024
- 1 October 2024
- 6 January 2025
Completed applications were submitted through the grant-making software.
Each library service could submit one application per quarter. If more than one application was received, only the first one received was be considered.
Public library services and prison and school library services run by public library services within England were eligible to apply.
Microgrants Project Launch
This webinar introduced the Arts Council England funded Microgrants project.
Microgrants Project Showcase
Microgrants Project Showcase March 2025
Microgrants Project Showcase November 2025
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