Pre-application Q&A webinar: 5 February 2026

Watch a pre-application Q&A webinar we held on 5 February for organisations interested in applying to Esmée for support who have questions about our application process or guidance. The panel includes: Alison Holdom, Funding Manager Lead - Creative, Confident Communities Simon Wightman, Funding Manager Lead - Our Natural World Laura Lines, Funding Manager Lead - A Fairer Future Luna Dizon, Communications Lead (Q&A support) Outline of the webinar: 00:02:44 Welcome and housekeeping 00:05:49 Plan for the session 00:08:02 Overview of Esmée's strategy and funding priorities 00:10:44 What we don't fund and what we're looking for 00:16:19 What we consider when making decisions and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 00:21:43 Application process, application numbers and tips 00:29:44 Q&A