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Hinrichsen Foundation

Background

The Hinrichsen Foundation was founded in 1976 by Mrs Carla Eddy Hinrichsen to continue the established work of the Hinrichsen family as the proprietors of the music publishers Edition Peters.

In 2023 the Foundation successfully sold its interests to a company jointly owned by Wise Music Group and Christian Hinrichsen. The Foundation now derives its income from an investment portfolio.

Objectives of Fund

The Hinrichsen Foundation offers grants to support organisations and individuals undertaking projects to promote music.

Value Notes

There are two levels of funding available:

One-off small grants typically between £500 and £2,500 (for new applicants and former beneficiaries).
Larger projects or concert series generally £2,000 and over.

Multi-year partnerships may be considered.

Match Funding Restrictions

The Foundation prefers to support organisations that are making a contribution themselves to the total costs required.

Who Can Apply

Individuals, organisations and charities in the UK are eligible to apply.

Location

United Kingdom

Restrictions

Funding is not available for the following:

Projects with a very large over-arching budget or where the budgeting is unclear or largely speculative.
Applications for which there are existing official schemes of help.
Assistance in purchasing musical instruments or equipment including the electronic or computer variety.
Degree courses.
Retrospective grants.

Eligible Expenditure

The Trustees are principally concerned with providing support for the performance of contemporary music, which may include commissioning of new work, non-commercial recording or even publication.

The Trustees will occasionally provide funds for research projects not being conducted under the aegis of an academic institution.

New Initiatives

The New Initiatives Scheme is temporarily suspended whilst the Trustees take some time to reflect on key areas of success to ensure the funds are most effectively deployed in future rounds.

How To Apply

The next deadline for applications is 12 September 2023.

Applications are considered three times each year.

Application forms are available to complete online at the Foundation's website.

Funder

£200 - £2,500
no deadline

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