Dewar Awards - Awards

The Dewar Arts Awards were set up in 2002 as a fitting memorial to Scotland's first First Minister, Donald Dewar.

They have a simple aim; to give exceptionally talented young people of meagre means some assistance in fulfilling their potential in any branch of the arts.

Dewar Awards - Apply

Our criteria are very simple as are our application forms.

Any person under the age of 30, who is living and working or studying in Scotland can apply for an award regardless of their country of origin, if their financial circumstances make it difficult to progress fully in their chosen field.