The Arts Council invest money from government and the National Lottery in arts and culture across England. This funds a wide range of activities - from theatre to digital art, reading to dance, music to literature, crafts to collections; and helps them to achieve their mission of great art and culture for everyone.

There are a number of funding opportunities available at present for artists and creative professionals, libraries, museums and organisations. Current schemes cover funding opportunities for touring artists, showcasing international event, grants for the arts and ambition of excellence.