free support

arch+ways can now offer free fundraising advice and practical bid writing support to artists and community groups.

N.B. this is currently available to residents or those working in the City of Salford only.

•    Are you in need of fundraising expertise for an arts based project?
•    Is your project, group or organisation ‘not for profit’?
•    Is your project based in Salford?
•    Is your project’s annual income less than £75,000?

If you answer yes to all of the above – you may qualify for free support.

Our support will help give you a working knowledge of different ways to raise funds –

•    how best to apply that knowledge
•    how to plan a fundraising strategy, write applications and proposals
•    where to find information on potential funders
•    understanding of what not to do when trying to attract funds
•    understanding of organisational (and company) structures and which might best suit your project

arch+ways is a service dedicated to small arts organisations, new start-ups, artist led projects, individuals and community organisations. We help creative people and groups successfully deliver their projects, secure additional funding and raise awareness through press and media coverage.

arch+ways arts consultancy & projects is a community interest company.

To enquire about this free service, please contact us (including a brief description of your project) by e-mailing us here:

If you find that you are not eligible for our free support but are interested in how else we can help you, click here.