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As the Irish Government’s development agency for the arts, the Arts Council is the major funder of the arts in Ireland. The Arts Council's grant from the Irish Exchequer in 2021 is €130 million.

Available funding in 2021.

Arts Council funding decisions.

Making Great Art Work Funding Framework

How to request payments after making a successful funding application.

Download templates and report forms

Information for clients in receipt of strategic funding or venues funding

Frequently asked questions about funding.

How to appeal a funding decision

Logo packs and guidelines for funding acknowledgement requirements.

List of Arts Council peer panelists 2018–2023.

The Arts Council
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The Arts Council is the national agency for funding, developing and promoting the arts in Ireland.