Grants for Musicians – Hope Scott Trust
Grants for Musicians
Application Form
You will be advised on the outcome of your application in October.
Guidance for Applicants & Eligibility ▸

Group applications are welcomed but we can only consider one coordinated application per group project. Priority will be given to applications that demonstrate clear evidence of forward planning.

Funding can be requested up to a maximum of £2,000. Applicants should be aware that grants very rarely exceed £2,000 and more commonly are for lesser sums.

Applicants whose projects span both visual art and music should choose which fund to apply for. Please do not apply to both music and visual art.

The Trust operates a strict no repeats policy — it will not consider applications from applicants who have been successful within the last 3 years.

Money Laundering Regulations 2017: If successful, we will require photographic ID and recent proof of address (within the past 3 months). Payments are issued to the individual's full stated name, not a stage name.

Trustees meet in March, June and October. Grants support a wide range of musical genres. Preference is given to early career applicants born in or living permanently in Scotland.

Grants ARE given for:

  • Production of new work
  • Costs towards musical performances and related events
  • Tuition and associated travel costs where clearly defined outcomes are specified
  • Residencies

The Trust CANNOT fund:

  • Ordinary educational/course fees
  • Purchase of instruments
  • Undergraduate or Postgraduate studies
Section 1: Applicant Details
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E.g. Were you born here / do you live here?
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(What is the funding actually for?)
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Section 2: Details of the Application
Maximum £2,000
Please tell us who else will be working on the project. If any have received awards from the Hope Scott Trust previously, please include the amount and date of the award.
NameAward Amount (if previous)Award Date (if previous)
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Item / ExpenseCost (£)
Total Project Cost: £0.00
Amount Requested from Trust: £0.00
Cost Remaining (other funding needed): £0.00
Equalities, Diversity & Inclusion

Tick each category you have addressed and add brief notes in the right-hand column.

✓CategoryNotes
1. Physical Access
  • Wheelchair access, ramps, lifts, step-free entry
  • Accessible toilets available
  • Good lighting, clear signage and seating provided
2. Sensory & Communication
  • Large-print labels and plain language used
  • Audio guide or descriptive content available
  • BSL, captions or non-English provision considered
3. Representation in the Work
  • Diverse perspectives represented
  • Avoids stereotypes and cultural bias
  • Community consultation undertaken where relevant
4. Participation & Access
  • Open and fair artist selection process
  • Free or low-cost entry option available
  • Accessible location, transport links and welcoming environment
5. Socioeconomic Inclusion
  • Financial barriers for artists considered
  • Staff briefed on inclusive welcome
  • Community or outreach events planned
6. Digital Accessibility
  • Website meets accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1)
  • Alt text on images, captions on video
  • Social media posts include image descriptions
Section 3: Other Funding
WhoHow much?Status
Section 4: Supporting Links & Documents
Up to 4 links (e.g. own website, YouTube, Instagram, Soundcloud, press reviews etc.)
If you are a musician and are the main recipient of the award, please provide a link to your CV. You may provide more than one CV — for example if you are a duo.
If you are currently studying or have graduated within the last two years, please provide a written academic reference link.
Please provide a link to a PDF of the budget for your project (with expected revenues and expenditure).
Section 5: Data Protection & Consent

With a view to the protection of your personal information, the Data Protection Act 1998 and the General Data Protection Regulation require us to obtain your consent in relation to the Trust processing your personal information. Please read the Hope Scott Trust Privacy Notice before completing this section.

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