Escalate Arts commission opportunity for community delivery

Escalate Arts are looking to commission organisations for delivery in community settings to take place between September 2025 and July 2026.

Escalate Arts is a place-based programme which will change how people design, engage with, work in and enjoy culture/arts in Spelthorne. It is a two-year project funded by Arts Council England (£399k) and match funding from partners (£125k). Young people are the key audience for the project.

The Escalate Arts Community Programme is looking to commission impactful projects and activities that deliver strong outcomes for the wider community in Spelthorne. Successful projects will demonstrate a clear alignment with the project’s aims:

• Increased awareness of local arts and culture opportunities
• Creative Skills Development
• Increased confidence
• Young people feel empowered

We are inviting proposals from artists and creative organisations who are located in Surrey or have a particular interest in working in the county. We are particularly keen to engage practitioners from diverse backgrounds and under-served communities who are keen to collaborate with community partners.

Delivery should aim to take place between September 2025 and July 2026.

Take a look at the application form for more details and to apply.

Please submit your project proposal to culturalservices@surreycc.gov.uk by Friday 4 July 2025.