Please read the award guidelines before completing the following application form.

The final online application form should be submitted no later than 12pm (noon), 25th August 2026.

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Why do you want this award? (300 words max)

Description of your practice or work including your artform, if relevant (150 words max)

What do you propose to write about? (300 words max)

How will your writing contribute to the aims of the award? (300 words max)

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Example of previous writing (no more than 3 pages long)

3 other examples of work, if writing is not your primary practice, e.g. links to film, theatre or visual art work. If you are an arts worker, please send further information on your organisation limited to three links/short documents.

Example of work 1

Example of work 2

Example of work 3

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Creative Ageing Writing Bursary 2026 Deadline: 12pm midday, 25th August 2026

Please read the award guidelines before completing the following application form.

The final online application form should be submitted no later than 12pm (noon), 25th August 2026.

Creative Ageing Writing Bursary 2026
Deadline: 12pm midday, 25th August 2026