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Seachdain na Gàidhlig Small Grants Fund 2027

Grants of up to £500 from Seachdain na Gàidhlig (World Gaelic Week), supported by Bòrd na Gàidhlig, for events and activities celebrating the Gaelic language during Seachdain na Gàidhlig 2027 (22-28 February 2027). Open to individuals over 18, voluntary groups, schools, educational institutions and professional organisations from anywhere, as long as they have a UK bank account. Every project must have the 2027 theme, 'Dùthchas', at its core, and budgets must show at least 20% from other sources (cash or in-kind). Applications open on 2 November and close at midnight on Sunday 22 November 2026.

Apply on the funder’s site
You could get
Up to £500
Deadline
23 days left
22 November
Effort
Light
short form, little evidence needed

Who can apply

  • Individuals (over 18), voluntary groups, schools, educational institutions and professional organisations, from anywhere, with an idea or project that promotes the use and development of Gaelic
  • Applicants must be able to demonstrate a positive track record in and/or commitment to Gaelic, and must have a UK bank account
  • Applicants already funded by Bòrd na Gàidhlig must show the project is additional
  • More than one project can be submitted, but more than one grant is unlikely

What it funds

  • Activity during Seachdain na Gàidhlig 2027 (22nd - 28th February)
  • The development and delivery of community events that celebrate the Gaelic language, with the 2027 theme 'Dùthchas' embedded at their core

examples given are performances and concerts, pop-up Gàidhealtachd, language cafes, online gaming, school projects, cèilidhs and craft groups. Activity does not have to be fully through Gaelic but should have Gaelic at its core. Fees should follow industry rates (e.g. Musicians' Union, Equity) or at least the UK Living Wage.

What it will not fund

  • Events and activity taking place outside Seachdain na Gàidhlig 2027 (22nd - 28th February)
  • Equipment purchase and capital costs
  • Activity that is already scheduled to happen regardless of this grant
  • Double-funding of work already supported by Bòrd na Gàidhlig

How to apply

  1. Read the guidance (online or PDF) and watch the information video on the Seachdain na Gàidhlig YouTube channel
  2. Optionally draft your answers in the Word template linked from the guidance
  3. Complete the online application form (Jotform) between 2 November and midnight on Sunday 22 November 2026, including a 700-word project description, evidence of your commitment to Gaelic and a balanced budget
  4. Applicants are told the outcome on Friday 11 December 2026
  5. Successful applicants deliver their activity during 22-28 February 2027 and send a final report by Friday 12 March 2027

applications are not accepted by email. Requests over £500 are considered only in exceptional circumstances; contact the team as soon as possible to discuss.

Have ready

  • Evidence of your work in, or commitment to, the Gaelic language (e.g. YouTube or social media links, press articles, or a short summary of your experience)
  • Balanced budget showing at least 20% income or in-kind support from other sources, with other funding marked confirmed or pending

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