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The Cockaigne Fund supports boundary-pushing musical research, development, and performances to delight, inform, and move participants and audiences alike.

The Fund supports creative, challenging, and original projects that explore cultures and traditions, past and present. They have a particular interest in historically-informed projects, related to classical and traditional music of all periods, that tour across Scotland. All projects need to include a public sharing or performance element.

The Fund may also consider community projects that push boundaries, strive for excellence, and enable people to access new musical experiences.

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Geographical areas funded: Scotland

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Revenue, Core costs

Fund award sizes

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Who can apply

Individuals and organisations based in Scotland or with a clear Scottish connection. Smaller organisations will be prioritised.

Check Foundation Scotland's common eligibility criteria. Regarding funding for studies, the Fund will only consider applications related to specialist one-off courses or masterclasses, not full academic programmes.

You must have other funding for your project before applying to the Cockaigne Fund. The decision-making panel prioritise projects that are well developed and close to reaching their fundraising target.

When to apply

Currently open for applications. The fund will close to applications on the 21st of October and reopen on the 4th of January 2027.

Next deadline: 21 Oct 2026

How to apply

Apply via online form on Foundation Scotland's website.

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Activites funded: Arts and culture

Beneficiaries funded: General public

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