Applications open for Basic Income for the Arts scheme paying €325 per week
Applications open for Basic Income for the Arts scheme paying €325 per week | Dublin LiveWhat's OnArts & CultureCultureNeed to know2,000 qualifying artists will be chosen to receive weekly payments of €325 over a three-year period.Painter hanging painting on wall in bright room art workshop with indoor plants. All you need to know about applying for the Basic Income for the Arts schemeThe Basic Income for the Arts portal has officially opened to accept applications for the 2026-2029 scheme. Minister for Culture, Patrick O’Donovan, is encouraging professional artists across the country to apply for this funding.A total of 2,000 qualifying artists will be selected to receive a weekly payment of €325. This financial support is scheduled to be paid over a consistent three-year period to provide career stability.The scheme is specifically designed for professional artists who are currently based in the Republic of Ireland. Applicants must be able to provide clear evidence of an active creative practice conducted primarily within the country.An allocation of €18 million was secured in Budget 2026 to make this initiative a permanent fixture. This funding follows a successful pilot programme that demonstrated the positive social and economic impact of supporting the arts.Eligibility is also extended to recent graduates who are in the early stages of establishing their professional artistic careers. This inclusion aims to help new talent remain in the sector rather than seeking work in unrelated fields.Interested individuals are strongly advised to submit their applications early through the online portal. Before applying, candidates should thoroughly review the official guidelines and gather all necessary evidence of their work.Successful participants will be selected to reflect a broad and diverse range of artistic disciplines from every part of Ireland. The government aims to ensure that various communities benefit from the creative output fostered by this scheme.Submissions will undergo an assessment process throughout the summer months to determine the final recipients. Those who are successful can expect to receive their first payments before the end of 2026.Read the full story: Artists encouraged to apply as Basic Income for the Arts scheme opens todayFollow dublinlive:At Reach and across our entities we and our partners use information collected through cookies and other identifiers from your device to improve experience on our site, analyse how it is used and to show personalised advertising. You can opt out of the sale or sharing of your data, at any time clicking the "Do Not Sell or Share my Data" button at the bottom of the webpage. Please note that your preferences are browser specific. Use of our website and any of our services represents your acceptance of the use of cookies and consent to the practices described in our Privacy Notice and Terms and Conditions.
