Funding of up to £18,000 available for craftspeople

QEST offers three grants to support makers and conservators at various career stages, strengthening the pipeline of talented craft professionals in the UK.

QEST supports contemporary and traditional craft, as well as the exploration of innovative techniques. QEST provides funding for education and training, with Scholarships of up to £18,000, Emerging Maker Grants of up to £10,000, and up to £12,000 towards an apprentice’s salary.

Information sessions will take place on Zoom next week:

Scholarship: 20.01, 1-2pm
Emerging Maker Grant: 21.01, 1-2pm
Apprenticeship: 22.01, 1-2pm

Deadline: 18 February, 5pm.

Applications are open twice a year, the Autumn round will take place 15 Jul – 19 Aug.