Apply to the Main Fund

Read our Guidance Notes before applying, paying careful attention to what work we support, and what we will not fund.

• PDF Guidance notes (660k)
  
  
• Word Guidance notes (652k). This can be expanded if you require a large print version.
  
  
• Audio MP3 format Guidance notes. 12 separate MP3 files.
  
  
• Order the printed Guidance Notes by emailing us your postal address or by calling 020 7812 3700. You can also request an audio version of the Guidance.

Watch our film on Applying to Esmée

You can then apply:

• online here
  
  
• Or by email or post – go to Making your application to make sure you have included all the right information.