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This project successfully funded on 3rd July 2026, you can still support them with a donation.
Gaelic Arts Funding Boost: 2026-28
Edinburgh, Comhairle Baile Dhùn Eideann, An Rìoghachd Aonaichte
Aim
Help us transition from precarious volunteer labour into sustainable community infrastructure so Gaelic can thrive.
Over the last 4 years we have built an inclusive, intergenerational Gaelic cultural space in Edinburgh with almost no financial infrastructure. We are one of the only such spaces in the world, and we're based in Scotland's capital city.
Unfortunately, until 2028 or until we transition to a formal Company structure, we are ineligible for larger grants that would cover worker costs. We've been working on becoming a Company and would appreciate your support in the meantime.
The significance of our work is well recognised at local, national and international levels. Check out our social media or our AGM slides to see the kinds of partnerships we're involved in: www.linktr.ee/bothande
Between now and 2028 we are requesting donations for a modest amount of support on the following whilst we incorporate the association:
- Improved payment for our coordination team: programming, translation, strategy, venue liason, advocacy meetings, marketing and funding applications, routine training required for new roles.
Approx. £3,550 - Establishing ourselves as a CIC with proper governance and professional support
Approx. £450 - Ensuring full line ups with experienced MCs, regular programming, and Musicians Union rates or equivalent. Approx: £2,555
- Supporting the return of 'the Highland Annual' and better marketing for member organisations in Edinburgh. Approx: £1,350
- Improving opportunities for writers and visual artists, reviewing our programming approach to include workshops/discussion, and responding to opportunities/requests for events at short notice
Approx. £2,000
Funding method
Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made