This Trust supports charities that improve opportunities for young professionals working in the arts.

It particularly supports those at an early stage in their careers and the conservation of important works of art and objects that are being lost through lack of funds.

Application can be made by UK registered charities working in these two priority areas for small grants of up to £5,000.

The Trust awarded in excess of £174,000 across 40 grants in 2022. The average grant award was £4,355.

The closing date for applications is midday on 5 September 2023

Decisions will be made by the end of November 2023.

Following this, the next funding round will open on 1 December 2023 with a closing date of 13 February 2024.

For more details, including Frequently Asked Questions and access to their application portals, visit the Idlewild Trust website.