Creative Toolkit

Resources for learning and using Welsh, including affordable tuition and free tools.

A free translation service to support individuals and organisations in creating bilingual materials and communications in Welsh.

Resources for learning and using Welsh with tools and guidance for both beginners and advanced learners.

A directory to seek or advertise for volunteers in Wales.

A range of volunteer support for both individuals looking to volunteer and organisations seeking volunteers.

Details of a fund for organisations to develop volunteer programs, with resources to support volunteer recruitment and management.

Specialist advice and training on setting up and running a business in Wales.

Training courses to help arts managers develop the essential skills needed to lead, plan, and manage arts and creative projects effectively.

A range of training courses and webinars on arts marketing. Free to AMA members, paid for non-members.

A guide to living a more earth-friendly life offers tips and strategies for individuals and organisations looking to reduce their environmental footprint.

A resource hub with case studies, guides, and research on sustainability.

Information on the Plan for Climate Justice and the Arts, a joint venture launched in 2024 between Arts Council Wales and Natural Resources Wales

A collection of business planning and strategy resources providing guidance for creatives on building a successful and sustainable career.

A range of resources to help businesses address marketing and messaging, community engagement and staff motivation and development.

A guide to help entrepreneurs outline their goals, strategies, and finances to build sustainable enterprises.

Details about Arts Council Wales’ Night Out scheme, which collaborates with communities to bring professional performing arts to local venues, taking away the financial risk in putting on a performance, and providing guaranteed income for artists and performers.

A detailed guide for event organisers, suppliers, and authorities, offering best practices for running outdoor events safely and successfully.

Specific information on site permissions and organising events in National Parks in Powys, from Powys County Council.

Specific information on closing roads and signage for events in Powys, from Powys County Council.

Specifc information on safety for events involving bonfires, fireworks, drones, kites, light shows, etc. in Wales, from Powys County Council.

Specific information on environmental health and emergency services for events in Powys, from Powys County Council.

Specific information for permissions and licencing needed to run events in Powys, as well as information on running a bar, from Powys County Council.

Some tips on insurance for events in Wales from Powys County Council.

Information on protecting children and vulnerable adults, from Powys County Council.

Our own Creative Directory for Powys, which provides a platform for artists and organisations to connect, offer, and look for opportunities across a range of sectors in the arts and creative industries.

General information on accessibility and the equalities act.

Advice for marketing specific to Powys: local contacts in Powys and Wales for press, radio & tv.

A jobs and opportunities board connecting artists with creative opportunities in Wales.

Resources for creative practitioners working in healthcare settings across Wales, with advice, tools, and support on integrating art into healthcare environments.

Free design tools to enhance your marketing and branding efforts, providing easy-to-use resources for visually compelling content.

A range of resources for cultural professionals helping them to connect with and engage with their audiences.

A guide on branding for arts organisations wanting to put more personality into their website.

A wide range of research reports, case studies, and how-to guides to support creatives and arts organisations in their practice and professional development.

Details about Arts Council Wales’ Night Out scheme, which collaborates with communities to bring professional performing arts to local venues, taking away the financial risk in putting on a performance, and providing guaranteed income for artists and performers.

A variety of resources on governance with specific information on employment policies, and templates related to these.

An overview of what governance is and a selection of articles related to the topic.

A variety of resources on governance in cultural organisations, curated by a collective of agencies, organisations and advocates working together.

Support from PAVO’s funding advisors to find a range of funding for organisations

Funding schemes & support available for musicians in the UK

Details of the different lottery funding specific to Wales.

A major funding database in the UK covering local, national, and international sources of funding.

A wide array of funding, resources, and support aimed at helping the creative industries in Wales flourish, with guidance on available opportunities.

A free search engine showing grants available to support creative projects in Wales.

A free search engine for charities, community groups, and social enterprises in Wales, helping them find suitable funding opportunities.

A free platform that offers grant fundraisers information on hundreds of potential funders, including details on what they fund, amounts available, and how to apply.

Details about Arts Council Wales’ Night Out scheme, which collaborates with communities to bring professional performing arts to local venues, taking away the financial risk in putting on a performance, and providing guaranteed income for artists and performers.

A free search engine showing arts funding available in Wales, as well as jobs and opportunities.

Provides advice and support for project development, offering access to tools like GRANTfinder to help find and apply for funding opportunities within Powys.

A searchable directory mapping the creative ecosystem of Wales.

Various resources on how to measure impact for all kinds of organisations.

A free course designed to help organisations measure and evaluate their social and economic impact effectively.

A government resource dedicated to intellectual property providing essential information and guidance on how artists and creatives can protect their work legally.

An organisation offering advocacy for artists, helping them navigate legal challenges and licensing agreements related to their intellectual property.

A design and intellectual property campaigning organisation that advocates for artists, offering support on protecting and licensing their creative work.

A searchable directory mapping the creative ecosystem of Wales.

Advocacy and support for high-quality touring arts in rural communities across the UK

Guide explaining the Inspiring Communities scheme, in which up to 75% of fees and expenses are covered for writers participating in literary events across Wales, from libraries to community halls and online platforms.

Details about Arts Council Wales’ Night Out scheme, which collaborates with communities to bring professional performing arts to local venues, taking away the financial risk in putting on a performance, and providing guaranteed income for artists and performers.

A guide on how to make websites accessible for people with different disabilities.

A comprehensive guide on making outdoor arts events more accessible, including tips on marketing, website design, on-site access and programming.

A briefing on how to make performances accessible for people with hearing or sight loss.

A guide on how to create accessible documents, making sure your content is readable and usable for everyone, including people with disabilities.

A variety of resources on how to make your events accessible for everyone, including people with disabilities.

An accessibility scheme for visitors with impairments or specific access needs, along with their carers or personal assistants, at theatres and arts centres across Wales.

A guide on how to make marketing accessible to a wide range of audiences, with tips on inclusive communication and design.

A comprehensive guide for creating accessible online events, ensuring inclusivity for all participants, regardless of their disabilities or access needs.