Grants! First one in - Offaly

It's grants season. Do you have a project or perhaps education requirement that could use the extra cash? Your local authority have money for that exact purpose, supporting artists. There are quite a few I've found and I'll post them up over the next few days.
And if you find any more, let me know.

Note that the funds are even more limited so make a strong case. They like community engagement for example.And toot your horn. 

Offaly County Council Arts Act Grants for 2013

Applications are now invited by Offaly County Council from community groups and individuals involved in the arts for funding for projects in 2013.

The grant scheme is open to organisations such as drama and musical groups, town bands, choirs, voluntary community organisations and individual artists proposing projects within the community.
Funding is limited under this scheme and priority will be given to specific projects which are innovative, produce maximum community impact and provide professional arts and cultural experiences and applications should not be made without thought given to the above goals.

Application forms and guidelines can be downloaded from www.offaly.ie/arts or requested by email from arts@offalycoco.ie or over the phone on 05793 57400.

The closing date for all applications is Friday February 15th 2013 at 3pm.