In the panel we will look at funds and grants available for new and current publishing ventures. The panel will discuss how small to medium size children’s publishers can receive funding for translated co editions and new digital publishing projects. Advice on how to combine the craft of print publishing with the new challenges of digital delivery with be shared with the participants. The panel will be able to share some really useful tips and offer guidance for those planning new ventures and wanting to make the most of new digital funds from across the world to support their activities. Speakers: Charles Beckett, Agnes Vogt. Moderated by Neal Hoskins

1. Funding and Support for new
digital projects
TOC Bologna 2012

12. Arts Council England
Grants for the Arts
• open, year-round lottery scheme
• apply online (<10k, >10k)
Strategic Funds
• small number, commissioned grants
• full details tba late summer 2012

13. Funding for translations (into English)
• less-translated languages
• apply in advance
Funding for digital publishing projects
• emphasis on literary quality and innovation
• reaching audiences outside mainstream

14. Other sources of funding &
support
•NESTA (R and D fund)
•Technology Strategy Board
•EU culture programme
•Ministries of Culture/Cultural
Institutes

15. Other sources of funding and
support
•UKTI (for UK publishers)
•Publishers Association/IPG
•Arts and Business
•Translation bodies/networks