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NextGen Fund

Grants of up to £3,000 for 18 to 25 year olds creatives (aged up to 30 for those who identify as d/Deaf, Disabled or neurodivergent) in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland. 

Funding round opens 29/08/2025

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Current Priorities

Discover Youth Music's funding priorities, key regions, and themes for our Funds. Learn about success rates and recent grant awards.

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Youth voice - the basics

What is youth voice, and why does it matter? Learn how engaging young people in decision-making and leadership benefits them and strengthens your organization

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The Sound of Study: Using Music to Boost Your Learning

Discover how music can make studying easier and more enjoyable by enhancing focus and reducing stress.

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Jemma Tanswell - Reform Radio, Manchester

What makes youth radio special? Learn how real artist partnerships and a responsive, needs-led approach inspire and empower young people.

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Case Study

ALT BLK ERA

Sister duo ALT BLK ERA defy conventions with their fierce, genre-bending sound, blending Nu Metal, Rap, Punk, and Electronic influences. Get ready for heavy basslines, haunting harmonies, and rule-breaking energy.

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NextGen Spotlight: Supermann on da beat

Meet Sanjeev Mann, aka Supermann on da beat, a Disabled Scottish producer making waves with genre-blending music and advocacy.

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NexGen Feedback Survey 2020

In 2019, over sixty 18-25 year olds gained paid freelance work, and more than a thousand accessed industry opportunities through Youth Music's NextGen community. See the impact of the first two years and how we can help more young people in music.

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Budgeting principles for applicants

Learn how to create fair, sustainable budgets for your Youth Music application, covering real costs, equity, and flexibility.

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Budgeting Principles for Funded Partners

Flexible funding support for Youth Music partners: adapt budgets, timelines, and outputs to address rising costs while ensuring fair pay and sustainability.

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Sam Denniston on Being Disabled in the Music Industry

“I have managed to do exactly what I wanted to do and I’m not a full able-bodied person firing on all cylinders. If that message could get out to anyone who needs it, that would be great."

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Finance and fundraising hub

Find essential tools and guidance to build financial resilience and boost fundraising for your grassroots organisation.

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Guide to other funders

Looking for funding? Discover free grant directories, funding advice, and a curated list of organisations that support music, youth, and community projects.

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NextGen Spotlight: Ijeoma Wagbaranta, MOOD Mondays

Ijeoma Wagbaranta is the founder of MOOD Mondays, a music discovery series that champions emerging artists. With the Youth Music NextGen Fund, Ijeoma was able to take MOOD Mondays offline and host in-person events.


 

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5 ways to make your music project more appealing to young people

Carli, a freelance assessor on Youth Music's Incubator Fund, shares her personal experiences breaking into the music industry, and her tips for making a music project appealing to young people.

NextGen Fund Communications Toolkit

By accepting a NextGen Fund grant, you have committed to acknowledging our support. Find information on how to meet your grant requirements here.

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Getting started with finance

Essential finance tips for small charities and non-profits. Learn budgeting, cash flow, and key terms.

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Fundraising Fundamentals – Unlocking Success in 2024

Unlock fundraising success in 2024! Practical tips and emerging trends for small charities and non-profits.

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Fundraising for grassroots projects

Discover fundraising tips, tools, and strategies tailored for music education projects. Join the Youth Music Network for resources and support.

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Financial difficulties and endings

Practical guidance on managing financial difficulties and closures for non-profits. Access toolkits, resources, and support services.

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