We are pleased to announce that Knowle West Media Centre has been awarded funding from Arts Council England, from 2023 – 2026, as part of their investment programme. 

In total, 990 organisations are receiving a share of £446 million per year, ensuring that more people in more places can find fantastic, fulfilling art and culture on their doorsteps.  

From next year, we will be in receipt of £92,188 annually and will continue our mission with the resources provided. This will enable us to achieve our goals to: 

• Develop and deliver the Knowle West Public Arts strategy 
• Culturally engage young people in the community with a unique arts and technology programme 
• Support emerging, early and mid-career artists and creatives (specifically with a focus to engage communities) 
• Put tech and creative tools in the hands of our community 
• Build a network of inclusive and welcoming community spaces 
• Share KWMC co-design practices with communities & a national and international peer network  
• Creatively engage the community in the We Can Make community housing project to change the dialogue around how housing can be done differently 

“I want to say thank you to Arts Council England and the support they are offering to us. I would also like to acknowledge that it is a difficult time for many in the arts and culture sector and we will do all we can to offer our support to our colleagues in the South West and Bristol City.” 

Carolyn Hassan, CEO KWMC, & Director of Bristol Living Lab 

Two of our core values as an organisation are Imagination (not being afraid to do or think differently) and Collaboration (working with others to achieve a shared goal), perfectly aligning with ACE’s theme #LetsCreate. 

We are proud to remain a part of the National Portfolio, but we know these are difficult times. We will to continue to contribute to the city and be a strong advocate for great investment into communities that have little access to the mainstream or city centre offer.