The Youth Music NextGen Fund is open for grant appllications from young people aged 18-25 years (under 30s who identify as disabled) to help them take a step forward in participating and changing the music industries.

Grants of up to £2,500 are available and the funding can be used to launch a creative project, idea or business. The fund is open to eligible creatives who are unable to access the finance needed to develop their creative project or idea. Costs are linked to career development, audience development, marketing, equipment, software and business development can also be covered.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on 9 July 2021. Guidance notes and an application form are available on the Youth Music website.