Grants
WHAT ARE THE DERBYSHIRE MAKES GRANTS?
Supporting artists, makers, communities and heritage organisations to bring creative ideas to life across the county.
From hands-on workshops and exhibitions to local celebrations, heritage projects and creative activities, Derbyshire Makes Grants help people create opportunities for others to take part, learn new skills, share stories and connect through making.
The programme includes two grant schemes: the Creative & Community Grant and the Derbyshire Makes History Heritage Grant (funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund). Together, they support projects that celebrate creativity, heritage and making culture in all its forms.
Since launching, the programme has awarded:
20 Creative & Community Grants totalling £32,000
9 Heritage Grants totalling £18,000
With funding available from £300 to £2,000 and no match funding required.
The final two funding rounds are now open for both grant schemes:
• Deadline 1: 1 September 2026
• Deadline 2: 1 November 2026
Find out more about the grants by clicking the links below.
THE GRANTS
Creative & Community Grant
£300 – £2,000 (no match funding required)
Find out more information, criteria, eligibility and how to apply, by clicking the red box below.
Derbyshire Makes History Heritage Grant
£300 – £2,000 (no match funding required)
Funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, this grant supports heritage organisations, museums, community groups, and businesses in Derbyshire.
Find out more information, criteria, eligibility and how to apply, by clicking the blue box below.
Grant Stories
Every grant has its own story. Explore some of the projects we've funded so far to discover the people, places and creative ideas that have helped shape Derbyshire Makes.
The Ripple Effect - Creative & Community Grant Story
Well Dressing in Chesterfield - Heritage Grant Story
The LampLight Project - Heritage Grant Story
Lady of the Loom - Creative & Community Grant Story
Bedrock of Bolsover - Heritage Grant Story
Imagination Train - Creative & Community Grant Story