For Creators

If you’re a composer or songwriter looking for funding, mentoring or career development, we will post new opportunities below.

  • Composing To Visuals

    A mentoring programme for early-stage composers who want to write Music for TV, Film and Visual Media.

    Learn More and Apply

  • Peter Sinfield Bursary Fund

    A grant scheme for composers and songwriters to create new original music in the field of prog rock, classical, and folk music.

    LEARN MORE

  • Yes We Are!

    A programme supporting female music creators with their skills, writing and abilities in partnership with the LIMF Academy.

    Learn More

For Organisations

Want to work with us to bring a project to life?

See our funding eligibility, criteria and considerations for organisations below.

  • To apply for funding from the Ivors Academy Trust you must be one of the following operating in the UK:

    • Registered charity

    • CIC

    • Not for profit

    • Limited company - provided that the project is charitable and does not intend to generate profit

  • The Ivors Academy Trust will consider projects that have a focus on supporting music creators with the songwriting and composition process, with a specific focus on creators facing barriers or from underrepresented groups.

    We accept a diverse range of initiatives, but broadly assess projects based on the following criteria:

    • Songwriting and Composing Ability

    • New Skills or Knowledge

    • Future Opportunities Secured

    • Confidence and Mindset

    • Community Growth and Development

  • To apply for funding, please complete a funding application / proposal and email this to The Ivors Academy Trust at info@ivorsacademytrust.org.

    You can use the template provided below or send us your own version - provided all the key points outlined on the template are covered.

    We review funding applications on a quarterly basis, so we will get back to you after our next meeting.

    FUNDING APPLICATION TEMPLATE DOWNLOAD