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The Youth Music NextGen Fund offers emerging creatives grants of up to £3,000 to make their ideas happen.
What is the NextGen Fund for?
- To support early-stage musicians and music-adjacent creatives.
- To help young people invest in themselves, develop their skills, and bring their creative ideas to life.
Who is the NextGen Fund for?
- 18–25-year-olds or 18–30-year-olds (if someone identies as d/Deaf, Disabled, or Neurodivergent).
- Those who have never received funding before.
- Those who face significant barriers to further their careers and make their ideas happen.
- Those who are in early career stages.
NextGen Fund is Open Now!
NextGen Fund Round 12
Deadline: Friday 26 September 2025
Notification: January 2026
For projects starting between: March – April 2026
All deadlines are 5pm
Support with your Application
Download our application guidance for full details about the NextGen Fund and how to apply.
You can also download a copy of our application form questions to draft your questions offline. All applications must be submitted online using this form.
Schedule a call with us
During the NextGen Fund application window you can book in a 20-minute call with a member of the team to discuss the application process. Click here to book a slot (please note – availability is limited).
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