We’re a membership organisation for cultural and commercial businesses in NI. We spark creative connections and advocate for the power of the arts. #ABNI
Celebrating 12 brilliant organisations as Arts Champions for their ongoing commitment to the arts and the difference their partnerships are making across Northern Ireland! Read more here > https://t.co/UeNQu6dEXu
Dates for your diary this Sept
🌟 10 Sept | Investing in People - Free webinar
🌟 23 Sept | Fundamentals of Arts Boards Membership
🌟 23 Sept | Creative Networking - SOLD OUT
🌟 24 Sept | Fundraising Connections
For the full listings go to > https://t.co/TSYcANn92X
The Millennium Forum is seeking to appoint a number of new Trustees to its Board, helping to shape the future of the North West's leading theatre and conference venue.
Applications are welcome from individuals of all backgrounds and sectors, and previous trustee experience is not essential.
Find out more and apply: https://t.co/WpGz2iJ88z
📅 Closing date: Midday, 18 September 2026.
We’ve got your September plans sorted! The A&BNI What’s On Guide is here!
Our picks include 👇
⭐ Culture Night Belfast (18 Sept)
⭐European Heritage Open Days (12 – 13 Sept)
⭐Bounce Arts Festival (30 Sept – 4 Oct)
Plus loads more > https://t.co/8CzxguIdbE
📌 Event: The Impact of Culture in the City |18 Nov
Explore how investing in culture can transform our urban environments and create places with energy, identity and opportunity.
🤝In partnership with @UlsterBizSchool@CQBelfast and @BelfastONEBID
https://t.co/iRizHgmOOf
🎨 Leave your mark on Marino🚉
Join Holywood-born, internationally acclaimed mosaic artist Helen McClean this Thurs 6th August at Holywood Old School & help create a permanent artwork inspired by local schools & the wider community
🎟️ https://t.co/JElPTZu8I7
#BetterConnected
We’re thrilled to welcome leading law firm Millar McCall Wylie as our new partner for 'Leaders on Arts Boards' - helping us open the door for the next generation of arts board members.
🎉 Applications for Leaders on Arts Boards 2026 are now open > https://t.co/lWqeItwyT6
Dates for your diary 👇
💡 5 Aug | 1:1 Arts Support Clinics
🚀 6 Aug | Leaders on Arts Boards Info Webinar
🤝 12 Aug | Fundraising Bootcamp | Strengthening Individual Giving
🌟 20 Aug | Webinar: Opening Up Board Recruitment
Book here >https://t.co/TSYcANn92X
Funding schemes currently open under the #NationalLottery Support for Individual Artists Programme
🔵Major Individual Artists Awards
📅Application deadline: 12noon, 20th July 2026
🔵Project Funding for Individual Artists
📅Application deadline: 12noon, 30th July 2026
🔵Artists’ International Development Fund
📅Application deadline: 12noon, 30th July 2026
🔵Creative Progression
📅Application deadline: 12noon, 20th August 2026
Visit https://t.co/ZSHHv49sk7 for more information and to apply.
Looking for things to do this July? Check out our What's on Guide which is packed with amazing events from across our arts member community. From visual arts to live music, theatre, dance, family fun, festivals, workshops and film and more > https://t.co/ySTR8kw5YP
Last chance to apply! We’re seeking a Membership Engagement Officer to help us grow and build engagement across our member community.
Apply by 9 July, 12 Noon > https://t.co/SOu7wTCHsY
We're on the look out for a Membership Engagement Officer to join our team. If you’re organised, proactive and people-focused with an interest in the cultural sector – we want to hear from you.
📅 Apply by 9 July 2026, 12 Noon
⭐ For full details visit > https://t.co/SOu7wTCHsY
June dates for your diary 👇
🤝 10 June | Creative Networking North West
🚀 17 June | Fundraising Bootcamp: Building Better Partnerships
💡 18 June | Membership that Matters
🌟 25 June | Fundraising Connections
Book here > https://t.co/TSYcANn92X
Have you checked out What’s On this month?
Packed with arts and culture across NI this June. Discover art exhibitions, theatre performances, creative workshops, film screenings, live music and volunteering opportunities > https://t.co/8pLLnA0dLB
June dates for your diary 👇
🤝 10 June | Creative Networking North West
🚀 17 June | Fundraising Bootcamp: Building Better Partnerships
💡 18 June | Membership that Matters
🌟 25 June | Fundraising Connections
Book here > https://t.co/TSYcANn92X
We’re live!🔥
We’re thrilled to officially launch our brand-new website, built by the brilliant team at DHD. With a fresh new look, improved navigation, and plenty of news, insights, resources, and more.
👉 Take a look and let us know what you think https://t.co/imuIBPtSS0
Celebrating creativity, community and collaboration
Delivered with Daisychain, When Walls Speak Welcome has brought together local schools and artists to create a striking mural at Grand Central Station– a collective welcome shaped by young voices
@daisychaininc@artsbusinessni
Applications are open for our #NationalLottery Project Funding programme.
Grants of £10,001 - £75,000 are available for one-year arts projects which contribute to the growth of arts in the community for new and existing audiences, and which reflect the diversity of Northern Ireland’s society and culture.
🔗 Apply now: https://t.co/1C57CfDV9S
🗓️ Closing date: 12noon, Monday 1st June 2026
Who funds creativity? Join us on 21 May for a conversation that explores what’s shaping the arts sector today, from grants to grassroots, Financing Creativity: Models for Arts & Culture. Tickets £5 +vat.
Book here > https://t.co/CRRa7kkOw4
Next up in our Fundraising Bootcamp series -
Navigating Trusts & Foundations
📌 13 May | 9:30am – 2pm | £15 Members/£20 (+vat)
Join us for a relaxed, hands-on session where you’ll pick up practical tips, swap ideas, and build confidence in fundraising > https://t.co/afjyBwln9S