Early Career Promoter Fund

What it is

The Early Career Promoter Fund recognises the vital role independent promoters play in supporting the talent pipeline across England. It offers grant funding and capacity building support to bolster local, regional and national music ecosystems. Support covers booking, programming and promotion of gigs, concerts, club nights, showcases and tours; venue hire, production, artist and DJ fees, crew fees and administration; capacity building through mentoring, coaching, shadowing and workshops; and other expenditure to programme diverse artists, develop audiences and build skills. The fund helps emerging promoters book and promote shows at a scale beyond their current level and build sustainable careers in the grassroots music sector.

Who it is for

Independent music promoters in early career stages working in England.

Open to artists in United Kingdom.

The call says: “Source page restricts to England”

Where

United Kingdom

When

October 29, 2026

Programme dates not listed

What you get

Grants of up to £3,500 to support booking, programming and promotion of performances, associated costs, capacity building, and other expenditure to develop diverse artists and audiences, plus capacity building support.

What you need to apply

• Total project budget and request amount
• Application form with project details and budget breakdown

How long it takes

About 3 hours

Medium application. Estimated from the 2 items this application asks for, not from the organisation.

Cost to apply

Free

Apply

https://prsfoundation.com/funding-support/funding-for-industry-professionals/early-career-promoter-fund/