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Artist Support Scheme for County Monaghan Artists (Ireland)

Issued by Monaghan County Council · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls

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Published
5 Nov 2026
Reference
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Location
Ireland
Sector
Education & Training

At a glance

Monaghan County Council in Ireland has published a funding call in education & training: “Artist Support Scheme for County Monaghan Artists (Ireland)”. The notice does not state a closing date, so confirm the timetable on the official portal. Quote reference artist-support-scheme-2027-by-monaghan-county-council in any correspondence with the buyer. FreeTender has recorded 16 notices from this buyer since 2026, 7 of them currently open. There are 56 open education & training notices in Ireland on FreeTender. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.

Details

Monaghan County Council invites artists to apply for the Artist Support Scheme 2027, designed to foster artistic practice and professional development. With funding opportunities for both emerging and established artists, this scheme aims to support various artistic endeavors within County Monaghan. Applications are reviewed by an independent assessment panel. The deadline for submissions is not specified in the source. Opportunity at a Glance

- Provider: Monaghan County Council

- Opportunity Type: Artist Support Scheme

- Funding: Up to €1,500 per artist

- Eligible Applicants: Emerging and established artists

- Eligible Locations: Applicants must be from or currently reside in County Monaghan

- Deadline: Not specified

About the Opportunity

The Artist Support Scheme 2027 aims to enhance the creative landscape in County Monaghan by providing financial support to artists of all disciplines. This initiative seeks to promote artistic creation, professional development, and public engagement through performances and exhibitions. By nurturing artists, the scheme contributes to the cultural and democratic vitality of the region. Funding and Benefits

- Emerging Talent: Up to €600 per approved artist

- Established Artist: Up to €1,000 per approved artist

- Exceptional Awards: Up to €1,500 for two artists based on submission quality

- Support covers professional development, art creation, and public realm projects Who Is Eligible? - Artists must work in any recognized artistic medium - Applicants must either originate from or currently reside in County Monaghan - Individuals in full or part-time education programs are ineligible - Previous recipients of two Emerging Talent awards must apply under the Established Artist category Eligible Activities or Priority Areas

- Professional development: training, workshops, travel grants within Ireland

- Art creation: production costs, materials, research, and residency assistance

- Public realm projects: performance, recording, publication, exhibition assistance

Why This Opportunity Matters The Artist Support Scheme 2027 is crucial for artists seeking to advance their practice and engage with the community. By supporting both emerging and established talents, Monaghan County Council helps maintain a vibrant arts scene, fostering cultural dialogue and innovation. How to Apply - Prepare your application, demonstrating a track record in your artistic field. - Submit the application for review by an independent assessment panel. - Ensure compliance with eligibility criteria and funding limits. For detailed guidelines and submission forms, contact the Arts Office at Monaghan County Council via email at artsoffice@monaghancoco.ie or phone at (047) 38162. Application Tips or Common Mistakes - Clearly outline your current creative practice and its public presentation. - Ensure your application reflects a substantive body of work for the Established Artist category. - Avoid applying if you are currently receiving or have applied for the same year’s Value-Added Scheme. Next Steps Eligible artists are encouraged to review the detailed guidelines provided by Monaghan County Council and proceed with the application process by the specified deadline. For more information, refer to the official Artist Support Scheme 2027 page.

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