Trusts
Benslow Music is a unique charity which inspires musicians of all ages and abilities to develop and express creativity throughout their life. Its Instrument Loan Scheme hires high quality instruments to talented young musicians
Cherubim Music Trust is a national charity that loans professional calibre orchestral instruments to advanced music students aged 15-25 who can't afford one that matches their ability.
Future Talent Development Programme offers fantastic opportunities, as well as financial support towards tuition and course fees, for musicians from low income backgrounds.
Music for All is dedicated to changing lives across the UK by improving access to music making, helping disadvantaged music makers experience the joys and far-reaching benefits of making music.
Sussex Community Foundation - The Westdene Fund gives grants of up to £1,000 to individual young people (aged 16-25 years) in Sussex with outstanding musical talent.
Grants support a specific activity or object for example: consultation lessons, a masterclass, participation in a National Youth Orchestra, a County music tour, or a contribution to the cost of a better grade instrument.
Take It Away - 0% finance on instruments, tuition and equipment with Take it away
The Pebble Trust Talent Grants scheme provides financial assistance to local young people, enabling them to develop exceptional talent.
The Starr Trust supports young people and groups with financial grants, sharing connections and encouraging success.
The Wrightson Trust is a charitable trust founded to administer funds and provide grants to young musicians age 11 – 18 studying music. Disbursements include payment for lessons, choir/orchestra tour fees, music colleges etc.
Universal Music UK Sound Foundation is an independent music education charity, established to improve young peoples' access to music education through the purchase or upgrade of musical instruments and equipment. Grant Level and Eligible Costs Grants of up to £1,500 are available for individuals, schools and teachers.
Valentine Alcock Scholarship - provides the cost of fees and transport to young people aged 14-18 years of limited financial means.
Young Sounds UK Through their Thrive programme, Young Sounds Uk support young instrumentalists, singers, songwriters, composers and producers with funding (Awards) and other help to develop their musical potential.