Autumn Support Webinars for National Portfolio Applications
Tuesday 13th October 2026 to Tuesday 10th November 2026
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In October and November 2026, Arts Council England are running a series of info webinars for different groups applying to the National Portfolio Investment Programme 2028-2033.
Are you considering applying to the National Portfolio Investment Programme 2028-33?
In October and November 2026, Arts Council England are running a series of information webinars for different groups of prospective applicants covering important information you should know: key dates, how to prepare your application, how to apply, and the stages you will navigate through as part of the application process. We will also answer your questions in the sessions.
They have four sets of webinars for four applicant groups:
- Current National Portfolio Organisations (14th October & 4th November)
- New applicants or those who are not currently in the National Portfolio (15th October & 5th November)
- Organisations applying for over £1 million who want to find out more about accepting Capital investment should they be awarded funding (21st October & 10th November)
- Alumni of the Diversity Development Programme (13th October & 3rd November)
Take a look at the information below, to make sure you are signing up to the right session for you, and we will see you there.
Webinars on offer
1. Guidance for new applicants:
Who this webinar is for: This webinar is for any organisation that is not currently in receipt of National Portfolio funding. People who will lead, coordinate or support their organisation’s application will find it most useful.
When: We are hosting two webinars for new applicants. Both will cover the same content, so you only need to attend one.
2. Guidance for current NPOs:
Who this webinar is for: Organisations that currently receive National Portfolio investment and are considering applying for 2028-33. Chief Executives, senior leaders and colleagues who will lead, coordinate or support an organisation’s National Portfolio application may find it most useful.
When: We are hosting two webinars for current NPOs considering an application. Both will cover the same content, so you only need to attend one.
3. Capital webinar for organisations applying for £1million or over
Who this webinar is for: New or returning applicants applying for £1million or over that need to understand the CDEL requirements. People responsible for the capital or financial elements of an organisation’s NPIP application will find this session most useful.
When: We are hosting two webinars for organisations who want to find out more about CDEL. Both will cover the same content, so you only need to attend one.
4. Guidance webinar for Diversity Development Programme Alumni
Who this webinar is for: Organisations and participants who took part in Arts Council England’s Diversity Development Programme and are considering an application to the National Portfolio for 2028-33. People who will lead, coordinate, or support their organisation’s application would find this session most useful.
When: We are hosting two webinars for organisations who are alumni of the Diversity Development Programme. Both will cover the same content, so you only need to attend one.
More webinar info and book your places here.
And find out more general information about the National Portfolio Programme at Arts Council England's online Applicant Hub.
