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Workforce Development Grants

Our Workforce Development Grants can support museum organisations and practitioners to undertake individual or group development opportunities and upskill in their role.

Scroll down for further information on how to apply.

Key Information

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Grants available:

  • £150-£750 (individuals)

  • £300-£2000 (organisations)

Applications open: Open now

Applications close: This programme has a rolling deadline.  Once all funding has been allocated for the current financial year, applications will close. This may be before the advertised end date of the grant scheme. 

Download the step-by-step applicant guide

Application Form Guidance Notes

How to apply for an MDM Workforce Development Grant

Please follow the steps below carefully.

Reminder: applications must be submitted using the online application form to be eligible.

Step 1: Read the Workforce Development Grants guidance

Start by reading the Workforce Development Grants Guidance in full. This explains who can apply, what we fund, how much you can apply for, and the assessment criteria:

Step 2: Read ‘Completing your MDM Grant Application: A step‑by‑step guide’

Next, read the step‑by‑step guide. This explains each question in the application form and what information we are looking for:

Step 3: Review the grant Terms & Conditions

Before starting your application, make sure you understand the grant Terms & Conditions.

Step 4: Prepare your answers (optional but recommended)

If helpful, you can use the offline Word version of the application form to draft your answers before submitting online.

⚠️ Important: We do not accept applications submitted by email or as Word documents. The offline form is for preparation only:

Step 5: Complete and submit the online application form

Once you are ready, complete the online application form and submit it before the deadline. This is the only way to apply:

Need help?
If you are unsure about any part of the process or are experiencing any technical difficulties, please email: grants@mdmidlands.org.uk

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