The Dewar Arts Awards are proud to support the brightest and best of Scotland’s young artistic talent. They fund exceptional young artists in any discipline who do not have the financial means to achieve their full potential.
The Dewar Arts Awards were set up in 2002 as a fitting memorial to Scotland’s first First Minister, Donald Dewar.
They disperse the income from a trust fund to support talented young artists in Scotland, who do not have the financial means to pursue their ambitions.
To be considered for a Dewar Arts Award, an applicant must:
The Trustees look for candidates who have strong ambition and a real passion for their chosen art form. Applicants must be able to demonstrate a clear view of their future development (or that of a particular project), and how receiving a Dewar Award would help them to achieve their goals.
Nominations for the Award are accepted year-round.