ARTS, CULTURE AND HERITAGE FUNDRAISING
Fundraising consultancy for arts, culture and heritage charities, CICs and CIOs
Funding is more than money. It is impact, reach and growth. We help you find the right funders, write stronger applications and plan larger campaigns.
Trusted by Satish Kumar Foundation, Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, Zoo Co Theatre and London Bubble.
CHOOSE YOUR DOOR- Satish Kumar Foundation
- Royal Academy of Dramatic Art
- Zoo Co Theatre
- AWA Dance
- London Bubble
- Cobalt Studios
Zoo Co Theatre and London Bubble
How can we help
Hire us for one project or for long-term support. Every service is built around mission and your capacity.
Trusts and Foundations
Strategy, grant applications and training to help you secure funding from UK trusts and foundations.
Capital Campaigns
Feasibility studies, donor strategy, statutory funding support and full campaign management.
Arts Council Application Review
Expert feedback on your National Lottery Project Grants application before you submit.
Fundraising Masterclasses
Practical, interactive training on applications, campaigns and budgets for artists and small teams.
CASE STUDY: SATISH KUMAR FOUNDATION
A seven-figure gift from a
single letter, within six
months.
Alira Arts was brought in as sole fundraising consultant to a newly registered charity with no donor database, no track record with funders and no existing major donor relationships.
Read the full story
Hannah has been a force of nature for our company, bringing energy, vision and funding success we never thought possible.
Satish Kumar Foundation
FREE RESOURCES
Free guides for
charities, CICs and
CIOs
Templates that follow the real application forms, with expert tips built in. Free to download, use and adapt.
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LED BY HANNAH THOMAS, co-FOUNDERSpecialists in arts, culture and heritage fundraising.
Hannah Thomas is a fundraising consultant and cultural leader with a proven track record of helping arts, culture and heritage organisations secure the funding they need to thrive. We don't promise miracles. We raise the quality of your applications, strengthen your case and increase your chances of success.
Every great project begins
with a conversation.
or email info@aliraarts.co.uk