Culture Ireland announces Regular Grant Scheme
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The Culture Ireland's Regular Grant Scheme is a dedicated funding program designed to support the international promotion of Irish professional artists and arts organisations.
Through this initiative, Culture Ireland aims to bring Irish creativity to global audiences by providing financial assistance for the presentation of Irish work at renowned international venues and festivals.
The scheme specifically supports the costs directly related to the international staging of events. These costs may include travel, accommodation, freight, transport, and daily subsistence. In order to qualify for support, applicants must be either Irish artists or arts organisations working with international partners, or international presenters who are hosting Irish talent. Crucially, the international partner must contribute by paying a fee to the artist and supporting the event’s promotion and delivery.
To be eligible for consideration, applications must relate to art forms recognized under the Arts Act 2003 and must involve professional Irish artists. All supported events must take place outside the island of Ireland, be open to the public, actively promoted, and ensure fair compensation for the participating artists or organisations. The scheme reflects Culture Ireland’s commitment to fostering equality, diversity, and inclusivity, values that applicants are expected to embrace in both planning and implementation.
Sustainability is also an important aspect of the funding framework, with applicants encouraged to integrate sustainable practices throughout the life-cycle of their projects. This aligns with broader cultural policies aimed at reducing environmental impact while maintaining artistic excellence.
Eligible applications are rigorously evaluated based on several criteria. These include the artistic quality of the proposed work, the financial and logistical feasibility of the event, and the reputation of the international venue or festival involved. Additionally, Culture Ireland assesses the capacity of the applicant or artist to manage international presentations and the potential media and promotional impact of the event.
Through the Regular Grant Scheme, Culture Ireland provides vital support that helps elevate Irish artists on the world stage, enabling them to connect with international audiences and contribute meaningfully to the global cultural landscape.
