Young Arts - Funding Youth Art in our community

Student Bursaries 

TASMK has entered into an five year agreement with the University of Creative Arts, Canterbury. There will be three student bursaries. Two for £2,000 and one for £1,000 annual. In addition TASMK will be awarding an annual £1,000 Fine Arts prize. The first Fine Arts prize was awarded on 10th June 2025.

Image: Prof. Hedley Roberts, Executive Dean (UCA) Dr. A. Broadhurst (TASMK), UCA Vice-Chancellor Pro Temp, 2025 Prize Winner Ellis Smith, BAFA,  Phillida Gunning (TASMK), Dr. Michael Lent, Research Lead School of Fine Arts (UCAFA), John Broadhurst (TASMK)

Support for Young Children

Support for young children and youths from 5 to 18 years old and one college/university student

We aim to inspire children and young people with an enthusiasm and love for the arts, in all its forms. And to this end provides financial support in our community.

We support individuals, local community youth groups, schools and colleges/universities. For example; painting, sculpture, dancing, singing, acting, music and instruments, choirs and more…

We are committed to continuing our support for the biannual Maidstone Museum competition for young artists. 

These awards are funded by our Elizabeth Hammond fund.

Contact:  youngarts.tasmk@gmail.com or  phillidagunning@gmail.com