Deadline approaching! Featured Artists Coalition open Step Up Fund 2026

News: 14th May 2026 by Louise Dodgson under Artist Managers, Music Training & Careers, Recording & Production, Selling & Distributing Your Music

Back for another year, the 2026 FAC Step Up Fund, created by the Featured Artists Coalition and powered by Amazon Music, is now open for applications.

The fund was set-up to support emerging artists who are NOT signed to a major label or large independent.

The recipients will receive a cash injection of £8,000, alongside a wider package of industry support designed to help develop sustainable careers.

To find out more about eligibility, head to the link below. Applications are open now until 23:59 on Friday 29th May.