Grants available to professional individuals within the live comedy industry in the UK who are in financial need as a result of the pandemic.
Fund Information
- Funding body:
- NextUp Comedy Ltd
- Maximum value:
- £ 500
- Application deadline:
- 12/07/2021
Background
The #SaveLiveComedy Fund has been set up to provide emergency support for those who work in live comedy and who have been without the majority of their work since March 2020.
The Fund is administered by NextUp Comedy Ltd in association with the Live Comedy Association.
Objectives of Fund
The Fund is designed to provide relief to professional individuals within the live comedy industry who are most in need.
Value Notes
Grants of £500 are available.
Who Can Apply
The Fund is open to all those who work in live comedy, including comedians, promoters, producers, stage managers, technicians and off-stage creatives including directors, designers, and photographers in the UK.
Eligible Expenditure
Grants can be used towards living costs, existing debts, costs involved with being able to get back to live performance, and costs incurred due to ongoing delays to live performance.
Location
UK
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted by the deadline of 12 July 2021.
Further information and an application form can be found on the #SaveLiveComedy website.
Useful documents & links
Useful Links
Addresses and contacts
For further information on how to obtain this grant locally, please contact the following:
- NextUp Comedy Ltd
2a The Quadrant
Epsom
Surrey
KT17 4RH