Guidelines
Priority area
As funds are limited, the Trustees have decided to focus on one area of musical activity as their single priority. This is the development of group music making, especially involving young people in projects incorporating composition and creative ideas.
Projects in and out of schools or in community situations will be considered. The Trustees will consider applications for first-time initiatives as well as the development of existing projects.
The Trustees will be particularly interested in:
- the project's musical aspirations
- the range of participants involved
- the leadership of the project
- how the project will be managed and evaluated
Grants are likely to be in the region of £500 - £4,000 and will be made on a one-off basis. Award of a grant in one year does not carry any probability of repeat funding the following year.
The Trustees generally hold one meeting a year, in the autumn. In 2010 the deadline for receipt of applications will be 30 September.
How to apply
Please apply in writing, sending
1. A short introductory letter clearly identifying the organisation and/or individual/s applying, the sum requested, and the names and contact details of two referees who would be willing to support the application.
2. A Project Description, maximum two A4 pages for presentation to Trustees, covering the following topics.
- Title: Organisation applying, project title and sum requested
- Project aims, projected outcomes and brief summary of why the project is needed
- Range, numbers and ages of participants with names of schools or other organisations who will benefit/participate in the project
- Musical content and activity including names of project leaders if known
- Project plan, when it will start, how long it will take and where it will take place
- Management and plans for evaluation
3. The project budget showing full estimated expenditure and anticipated income from all sources, including grants and applications to other bodies, with explanatory notes if needed.
Additional information (e.g. biographies of project leaders) can be enclosed if wished and will be used for reference. Please do not send CDs, DVDs or videos.
Applications should be sent to Gwyn Rhydderch, Secretary, The Michael Tippett Musical Foundation, 50 Broadway, London SW1H OBL. All applications received will be acknowledged.
Exclusions
Funds are unfortunately not large enough to respond to other needs such as those of individuals, or commission/performance/recording costs of professional ensembles. Please observe these policy guidelines and do not apply for projects outside the priority area as the Trustees will not be able to consider additional requests.
50 Broadway, London SW1H OBL Charity registration no. 278469