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We have been looking at running a PR debate and had put information onto the website about it being on the 28th of October. Due to interest from other marketing associations and schedules from the people we were hoping to attend we are now looking to run this on the 26th November. This is still to be confirmed but please do keep the date free if you can as we are looking to generate a discussion and much debate on the need for effective PR and working with media - what are the benefits?
Keep looking at the following link for information as it will be posted as soon as we have it.
On the 18th November you are invited to attend the first Swindon Music Forum Meeting to be held at the new restuarant in the Wyvern Theatre in Swindon.
It has been sometime since the initial development of this group happened and a lot had been done and moved forward since the symposium last year.
Come along and find out what has been going on, what plans there now are and get involved in helping to shape the music scene in the area.
Find out more by visting the following link:
Monday 1st - Saturday 6th December 2008
Submissions are now open for 'The View From Here', a celebration of moving image in South Devon.
Building on the success of last year's festival, there are great opportunities for local film makers to screen their work at a variety of events across South Devon. This year invites submissions for three key events: Young Film; In View; South Devon Talent Showcase.
All films must have a South Devon connection (made in, about or by someone in the area), and be no longer than 10 minutes (including opening and credits).
Categories include:
1. Young People
Have you made a film with friends, at school, with a youth club, or on your own? Submit your work to be screened at a celebration of young people's talent.
2. In View
We make the most of the surroundings for a set of screenings with individual charm looking for new audiences, new venues and a new experience. In View puts the films where the people go, curating a series of events in local pubs around the area.
3. South Devon Talent Showcase
The Showcase will screen the best of South Devon talent who are looking for a career in the industry, at a networking event to which the top industry professionals will be invited.
Fill in the submissions form [http://www.devon-cornwall-film.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/] and send it off with your film, stating clearly which section you'd like your to submission to be considered. Submissions should be sent to The View From Here, c/o Blind Ditch, PO Box 185, Totnes, Devon TQ9 9AU (include an SAE with correct postage if you would like your work returned.)
Deadline for submissions: Monday 10th November 2008.
Submissions MUST be in MiniDV format.
For more information: email view@devon-cornwal-film.co.uk
The Baring Foundation has announced that it is seeking applications under its Arts Programme 2009. The programme provides grants for up to three years to Arts organisations in the UK working with refugees and asylum seekers, in particular those working with: Newly arrived refugees; Asylum seekers; Migrants; Or their host communities.
The programme does not cover one off project costs, rather it provides grants to organisations to cover core costs such as salaries, staff training, publicity, and day to day office costs, etc to help them sustain and develop their work. The programme is open to constituted, not for profit arts organisations in the UK already working with refugees, asylum seekers, migrants or their host communities and with an annual turnover of at least £50,000. Previous grants awarded through the programme have included Street Level Photoworks, Glasgow, which received a grant of £42,000 to support a range of arts activities to support the integration of refugees and host communities as well as Cultural Co-operation which received a grant of £75,000 to support its work with exiled artists.
The next deadline for applications is 12th December 2008.
http://www.baringfoundation.org.uk/program.htm
The Crafts Council, which is the national development agency for contemporary crafts in the UK, has announced that it is seeking applications for funding through its Development Award scheme. The scheme is open to designer-makers who are about to set up their business in England, or who are within three years of doing so. The award is for a year and offers a maintenance grant of £2,500; equipment grants up to £5,000; a residential course in business training, aimed at small creative practices; 1,000 promotional postcards; and inclusion on the Crafts Council’s Photostore online database. The next deadline is 1st December.
http://www.craftscouncil.org.uk/learning-and-support/for-makers/developing-makers/
Organisations such as registered charities youth groups, limited companies and schools that wish to undertake activities that enable young people aged 0-18 to experience the performing arts can apply for funding under the Clore Duffield Performing Arts Awards (formally known as the Clore Duffield Small Grants for Performing Arts Education programme).
This is a £1 million programme that will operate between 2005 and 2010. Eligible organisations can apply for funding of between £1,000 and £10,000 for educational projects with under 18s that cover every aspect of the performing arts including opera, dance, music, musical theatre, the spoken word and theatre.
Previously funded projects have included:
All Saints Roman Catholic School, Warrington which received a grant of £1,231 to replace a 30 year old collection of pitched instruments.
The Arab Cultural Community in South London which received a grant of £7,000 to fund a series of 40 Arab music and visual arts workshops and classes for young people under the age of 18, living in Southwark.
The Canongate Youth Project in Edinburgh which received £1,920 to introduce 60 children, aged 5-12, to high quality performances by adult storyteller.
The Clore Duffield Foundation prefers to be the major funding body. Projects must have a budget not exceeding £30,000. Applicants are encouraged to approach this funding opportunity in creative and imaginative ways. Applications should be for a new project rather than a repeat or an extension of an existing project.
The next deadline for applications is the 15th April 2009.
http://www.cloreduffield.org.uk/page_sub.php?id=71&parent=35
YouthBank is an innovative UK-wide grant making initiative run by young people for young people. Local Youth Banks provide small grants to young people for activities of benefit to the community and that also benefit the young people taking part. YouthBank is unique in that it is young people themselves who make decisions about how local YouthBanks are managed and run and, through a Board of young people, also direct the UK-wide programme. Grant making criteria and processes are decided by each individual YouthBank. The majority of local YouthBanks receive support through the Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF). This is a Government initiative to support youth led activities within local areas. New YouthBanks recently set up include:
·South Devon YouthBank which received a grant of £50,000 through the YOF and is hosted by the Devon Youth Service
·Haringey YouthBank which is hosted by the local Youth Service and received a grant of £335,000 through the YOF
The Arts Council, England is now accepting applications, using its new application materials under its Grants for the arts - individuals and organisations programme. Grants are available to individuals and organisations for up to five years for arts-related activities that take place mainly in England. Organisational grants are for up to £100,000 and are available to:
Arts organisations; Local authorities and other public organisations; Partnerships; Regional and national organisations;
Organisations whose normal activity is not arts-related, including voluntary and community groups and groups of organisations (one will need to take the lead and have the main responsibility for managing the application and any grant).
Grants to individuals are for up to £30,000 and are available to:
Artists;’ Performers; Writers; Promoters; Presenters; Curators; Producers; Groups of individual; Other individuals working in the arts.
Applications can be submitted at any time and there is no application deadline.
http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/funding/gfta2006.php
Co-operative Futures is a dynamic co-operative policy and development agency supporting the development of social enterprises in Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Swindon and Wiltshire. Specialising in co-operative and community owned enterprises, we have established a reputation as one of the leading social enterprise development agencies in our area.
Funding For: Getting started: Access to finance Business planning Feasibility studies Income generation ideas Marketing and publicity Membership and governance Selecting legal structures and registration Developing your business further: Being an effective Board Reviewing your business Networking opportunities Policy development Pricing Training
Please see website for details for how to apply. Fact sheets are also available on the website.
Catchment Areas: Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Swindon and Wiltshire.
Address: Co-operative Futures, City Works, Alfred Street, Gloucester GL1 4DF Tel: 0845 4562 506
Funders Overall Aim:
To support small informal voluntary and community groups and organisations, many of who are dependent on volunteers. The Community Foundation particularly welcomes applications from groups that have not had a grant of any kind before.
Funding For:
Capital and revenue costs.
Who Can Apply:
Not-for-profit, third sector voluntary or community groups who have been active in the local community for not less than 12 months prior to 31 December 2007; Income over the last 3 years (or over the group's life if haven't been running for 3 years) of less than £20,000 per year on average; be volunteer led, i.e. most of work is being done by volunteers rather than paid staff; be connected with and/or meeting the needs of their local community; have a governing document (though the group does not have to be a registered charity).
How To Apply:
Visit the website www.wscf.org.uk and follow the links to the 'Expression of Interest Form'. You will then be contacted to let you know if you are eligible to apply to Grassroots or any of the other Community Foundation Funds.
When To Apply:
Apply by the 15th of the month, and if everything is OK with your application, you will be given a decision by the end of the first week of the following month.
The Community Foundation For Wiltshire & Swindon – Grassroots grants 48 New Park Street, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 1DS.
Contact: Angela Hogan, Grants Administrator Tel: 01380 729284 www.wscf.org.uk
These events are open to both trustees and staff of the voluntary and community organisations and officers and councillors of the statutory sector. The aim is to promote joint learning and share experiences for the benefit of everyone. The workshops are a great opportunity to build on existing skills to help you engage with and support your local community with particular projects or ongoing areas of work.
Community Leadership (23.10.08), Figuring out Finance (4.11.08)
All the events run from 9.30am-4.30pm, and include a buffet lunch. For more information, please contact Marion Rayner at Community First on 01380 722475, by email on mrayner@communityfirst.org.uk or by post to Community First, Wyndhams, St Joseph’s Place, Devizes, SN10 1DD.
Contact: Gillian Barber, Grants Manager, Community First Tel: 01380 722475 (Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday)
Funders Overall Aim:
To support projects in communities affected by quarrying. Grant aid is being distributed on behalf of Defra through ACRE and Rural Community Councils.
Funding For:
Communities can apply through their local Community Councils for grants of between £3,000 and £20,000 to support community projects and amenities. Almost any community activity can be supported - a great opportunity to get the support needed to make a difference in your community!
Who Can Apply:
Basic qualification criteria:
How To Apply:
Please call Gillian Barber on the contact above to learn more about the application process and to discuss whether or not your project will qualify for the COMMA fund.
When To Apply:
For proposed projects in Wiltshire, completed applications must be received by Community First before 7th November 2008 to qualify for the first round of the two-stage procedure.
In Wiltshire, a total of £648,165 is available for the Opportunity Fund and £510,354 for the Capital Fund over the next three years.
Objectives of the Scheme: Both the Youth Opportunity Fund and the Youth Capital Fund are managed by a group of young people from the local area. Support is provided for activities that involve young people aged 13 to 19 (13 to 24 for those with special educational needs or disabilities).
Two levels of funding are available as follows:
*Small grants between £50 and £3,000.
*Large grants from £3,000 up to £100,000.
The Youth Opportunity Fund supports activities such as:
The Young People's Capital Fund supports activities such as doing up buildings, or buying mobile resources, youth shelters and ICT equipment and so on.
Projects that achieve some or all of the following Every Child Matters outcomes are more likely to succeed:
All applications must have the support of a voluntary or community group, or the local Youth Development Co-ordinator. The supporting organisation must have the following policies and procedures in place:
Further information is available from the WYPOF Co-ordinator: Tel: (01380) 735781
Wiltshire Youth Development Service
Operational Office
Estcourt Crescent
Devizes
Wiltshire SN10 1LR
Tel: (01380) 735781
youthdevelopmentservice@wiltshire.gov.uk
A very funny andl lively show with great music.
Date: 23rd October - 1st November 2008
Venue: Wyvern Theatre, Theatre Square, Swindon
Time@ 7.30pm (2.30pm Sat Matinees)
View the event poster by clicking the following link:
After a short break Teenage Rampage is back. A 6 date November tour has been confirmed and will showcase the best unsigned under 18 musicians in the South West, including Swindon band the Alfonz.
Teenage Rampage gives young musicians the opportunity to experience being part of a tour, to interact with other bands from the region, to gain experience of and mentoring on the different aspects of live music, the music business, and touring, to promote themselves via CD and merchandise sales, and to collect names for their mailing list.
Dates for the Autumn tour are as follows:
Sat 8th November - SCAT Center, Taunton
Sun 9th November - The White Rabbit, Plymouth
Sat 22nd November - The Orange Box, Yeovil
Sun 23rd November - Exeter Phoenix
Sat 29th November- Riff's Bar, Swindon
Sun 30th November - The Croft, Bristol
Details of all the bands playing and how to buy tickets will be confirmed shortly and for all the latest info visit
http://www.myspace.com/teenagerampageuk
- If you are a keen theatregoer, a parent looking for children's activities, or a budding Spielberg, you'll find a range of events courses and activities on offer.
– the Wyvern Theatre has a whole host of great performances for all the family.
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