In October 2015, the Foundation awarded a one-off grant toThe Lowry Centre Trust towards their Studio Artists Development Programme for emerging artists (individuals and companies) who will receive bespoke support and artistic professional development. Those to benefit from the programme will be young theatre makers, students and recent graduates who will receive professional development to begin their careers in the arts; five artists or companies identified by the Lowry to have talent in writing, performance or production who will receive a yearlong package of support and mentoring; and one selected Associate Artist who will benefit from a significant amount of long-term support as well as financial contributions towards productions and placement opportunities.