Tips, advice and resources to help you start a cinema in your local area Read more
Read our handy guide, and Q&A with a creative group that became a CIC Read more
Top tips for creative groups on how to use social media effectively Read more
A new toolkit designed to help creative groups spark creativity among their local deaf and disabled community Read more
From fundraising to attracting new members, music licensing to running a workshop - in this section you'll find a wide range of useful guides and information, written by Creative Lives or pointing you in the direction of a helpful organisation.
If you can't find what you need below, please get in touch at [email protected] and we'll do our best to help, or signpost you elsewhere.
Help for third sector and community organisations to become more sustainable and enterprising Read more
A handy toolkit helping creative groups attract, welcome and keep new members Read more
Applying for funding? Read this first! Read more
A short overview of the health and social benefits of participating in creative activity Read more
Our guide to fundraising for creative groups Read more
Meet the man behind this extensive fundraising website set up to help small non-profits Read more
How could PMLL help your group to legally copy and share music? Read more
Where to start if you're thinking of becoming a registered charity to access funding Read more
A handy guide to what to consider when planning a creative workshop Read more
A handy guide to setting a price for your art and craft work Read more
Guidance and tips for individuals and groups on crafting sustainably. Read more
A quick guide to ensuring your group has the protection it needs Read more
Learn how to plan a risk assessment for your event Read more
Information on QR codes for local creative groups Read more
Guidance for developing a safeguarding policy if your group works with children, young people or vulnerable adults Read more
What are the first steps to build a profile online? Read our introductory website and social media guide for creatives Read more
Create a new cultural highlight in your town's calendar! Read our guide to setting up an artist trail or open studio Read more
Learn more about running a volunteer-led local paper and how to successfully connect with your community Read more
A toolkit to help you plan, budget, promote, and evaluate free community events in high streets and town centres Read more
A short video of top tips to develop your volunteer programme by Aled Wyn Thomas from Sherman Theatre Read more
Read the new resource from Audience Agency and the Centre for Cultural Value, commissioned by Arts Council England Read more
Discover the magic of street arts and the benefits of joining NASAuk Read more
How to make the most of Gift Aid and other effective ways of giving to your organisation Read more
Recommended affordable and accessible craft activities for self-led craft groups. Read more
Resources to help pubs and community hubs invite creative groups into their space Read more
How to use photography and video to create content for your group Read more
Advice for facilitators of participatory textile making workshops and projects Read more
A free guide to remote working and working from home, including video conferencing, cloud storage and online collaboration Read more
A guide to fundraising for creative groups in Scotland Read more
The benefits and issues involved in contracting out local authority arts services Read more
Find out how you can make your performances accessible to people with hearing and sight loss Read more
A guide exploring Community Media as a platform for local creative groups and activities Read more
This briefing offers some practical tips on ways to welcome speakers of different languages to your creative group Read more
This briefing demystifies the commissioning process and demonstrates how it can be an opportunity for voluntary arts groups and individual artists. Read more
This briefing details the Companies Act 2006, designed to simplify and update the process of setting up and running a company Read more
A basic introduction to the concept of social enterprise, offering examples of how it can work for you Read more
Our guide to Crisis Management and Disaster Recovery - what to do in difficult situations Read more
This briefing is designed to help you think through the process of hiring a freelance artist or facilitator. Read more
How to make the most of CSR and the potential benefits to your organisation Read more
The trustee's perspective on strategic fundraising for an arts organisation Read more
Guide to approaching business big and small for potential sponsorship Read more
How do new GDPR laws on data protection impact your creative activities Read more
How to make sure your creative activities are welcoming for those with special needs Read more
Sustaining participation in creative activities by becoming a volunteer-led group Read more
Resources and presentation slides from the Everyday Creativity and Quality Principles shared learning event. Read more
Risk management is important for charities of all sizes to ensure they can take informed decisions Read more