The Scottish Arts Council champions the arts for Scotland, working to create a confident, cultured Scotland. It is the lead body for developing, advocating and investing in the arts in Scotland.
It invests over £60 million from Scottish Executive and National Lottery funding to support and develop artistic excellence and creativity throughout Scotland.
It offers a unique national and international perspective on the provision and management of the arts across Scotland, balancing the needs of all arts sectors and all communities in Scotland.
It nurtures individual artists and promotes the value of the arts for individuals, for communities and for the nation. Its knowledge, expertise and funding assists artists, galleries, festivals, theatres, arts centres, touring companies, promoters and artist resource centres across the country and internationally.
