Growing participation. Reaching new audiences. Strengthening communities.
Great music deserves to reach more people.
The Simply IC Marketing Growth Award offers up to £3,000 of funding to help not-for-profit organisations across Greater London grow participation in music through marketing, communications and audience development. Whether that means finding new singers, reaching first-time concertgoers, connecting with local communities, creating opportunities for young people or building the marketing capacity to grow, we want to help excellent musical activity reach further.
The Award is open to choirs, orchestras, churches and cathedrals, ensembles, music charities, community organisations, youth and education organisations and other eligible not-for-profits delivering or supporting musical activity in Greater London.
Judging Panel
Applications will be assessed by a panel of leading figures from the music sector.
Chloé van Soeterstède
Principal Guest Conductor with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra
Conductor and Founder, Arch Sinfonia
Jonathan Darbourne
Artistic Director & Co-Founder, Vache Baroque
Thomas Allery
Director of Music, Temple Church
Harpsichordist, Ensemble Hesperi
Applications open: 1 December 2026
Deadline: 5pm, 1 February 2027
Funding available: Up to £3,000
Ready to apply?
Read the full guidance to find out what we fund, eligibility requirements and how applications will be assessed.
[Download the Award Information Sheet]
[Download the Application Form]
Applications should be submitted by 5pm on 1 February 2027.
Questions about the Award or whether your idea is eligible? Contact