Applying for National Lottery Project Grant with Jenny Williams BEM

Creative Lives in Progress; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Ready to apply for Arts Council funding but don’t know where to start? The 2-Step Process is a clear, practical route designed for artists and small organisations who want expert guidance, space to think, and a roadmap to action. This training and reflection space gives you time to explore your ideas, choose the right funding route, and map out your next steps with expert guidance along the way.

How it works

• To get the most out of the session, please bring a project idea to your chosen 3-hour session
• You will leave with practical tools, expert advice, and a personalised roadmap for your application

This workshop is Step 2b: Applying for NLPG (3 hrs).
For artists and organisations with a project idea involving audiences or collaborators.

• Eligibility, budgets, and partnerships
• How to align your project with ACE priorities
• Space to test and refine your idea with expert support

You will leave with a clear set of actions to strengthen your NLPG application.

Saturday 18 October 2025, 10am – 1pm
Online workshop
£7 – £17

If you want to apply to the DYCP instead, book here for that workshop.

‘After attending three of Jenny’s workshops over several years, I finally applied this year and I have been offered a DYCP grant. Thank you for your clarity and belief.’ – Workshop Participant

Location & Access: This workshop takes place online, on zoom. Once you purchase a ticket you will be emailed the zoom link and joining instructions. If you have any access requirements please let us know.

For further information or questions, please email [e-mail]

Jenny Williams BEM is the Founding Director of Take the Space CIC, and has over 25-years experience in the cultural sector has held numerous senior positions including CEO & Creative Director for Revoluton Arts; Head of Diversity Arts Council England; Education & Community Director, The Kiln (formerly The Tricycle); Arts Development leads for Mid Sussex District and Wandsworth Borough Councils as well as her first job in the arts as Fundraising Officer for English Touring Opera.

Writing Our Legacy is an ACE National Portfolio Organisation 2023-27 funded by Arts Council England