Are there application deadlines for the Access Fund?
There are no set deadlines for the Access Fund. We will get back to you with a decision within 5 working days of receiving your application. We will aim to get the payment into your bank account within 2 weeks of approving your application (although we recommend that you allow for 3 weeks in your planning).
Please make sure that you’re aware of the application deadlines for the main Youth Music grant fund you want to apply for, and that you allow enough time to meet this deadline in your planning. (Click here to view Youth Music’s funding application deadlines.)
Can I apply more than once?
Yes – there are no limits on the number of times that you can apply to the Access Fund.
Can Youth Music help me choose an access support worker?
Unfortunately, at this time Youth Music are not able to offer advice or guidance on choosing an access support worker.
What further support is available with my application once I’ve been awarded an Access Fund grant?
A member of the Grants and Learning Team can provide application advice and support to both you and/or your access support worker. You can contact the Grants and Learning Team by emailing grants@youthmusic.org.uk or calling 020 7902 1060.
Are there any costs that Youth Music doesn’t support under the Access Fund?
The Access Fund has been designed to support Disabled applicants to submit grant applications on our online system. You cannot use the Access Fund to cover the following costs:
- Access support for developing your project before you are ready to apply (e.g. initial project scoping, consultation, or project planning)
- Translation of our guidance or application form into other spoken languages
- Translation of your application from another spoken language into English
I’m not able to submit an Access Fund application using any of the available options. Is there another way for me to apply?
If you need further support to apply for the Access Fund please contact the Grants and Learning Team by emailing grants@youthmusic.org.uk or calling 020 7902 1060.
A member of staff will help you to submit your application. This might involve going through the questions with you over the phone and submitting the application on your behalf.