Supporting those who need it most this winter
This scheme provides direct grants to PRS songwriters and composers experiencing financial hardship due to rising household bills and cost of living over the winter months.
- Grants can help with household bills and the cost of living.
- Eligibility criteria apply (see below).
- We handle all applications in strict confidence.
What you need to know
📅 Key Information & How to Apply
- Applications Open: 1 October 2026
- Applications Close: 31 March 2027
Eligibility
- Open to UK residents only.
- You must have earned at least £500 in PRS royalties.
- You have less than £16,000 in savings.
Before you apply
Points to note:
- We will only accept one application per household for this scheme.
- When applying you must provide 2 months bank statements for all accounts. Any application submitted without 2 months banks statements will not be processed.
- Relevant medical documents (if your application involves health concerns).
- If you received support in 2026, further applications will not be considered until 2027.
Ready to take the next step?
Apply here
If you have any questions or need any help to complete the application form, contact our friendly team:
Email: fund@prsformusic.com
Call:Â 020 3741 4069
What our members say
‘I cannot express enough how extremely grateful I am, and I will not forget the compassion shown to me during the difficult time I am going through, as I’m sure there are many other musicians struggling like myself.’
Winter Relief Scheme 2025 recipient
‘The grant will make all the difference and alleviate so much stress over the winter months. A very sincere thanks to you for helping me with the application and to everyone at the PRS Fund. Can’t thank you enough!’
Winter Relief Scheme 2025 recipient
‘I am absolutely speechless! How can I express my thanks to you? This is such wonderful news, and it will make an indescribable difference to our Christmas festivities this year! THANK YOU! Thank you!’
Winter Relief Scheme 2025 recipient
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