Grassroots fundraising efforts take off amid Covid-19 crisis
Viral challenges, quizzes and poster competitions among the initiatives to help raise money for the sector
Emergency funding
Arts Council England confirms emergency funding for NPOs
Historic England also announces £2m for small organisations
Cornwall Council brings forward nearly £700,000 for cultural sector
Museums among those who will benefit from the funding
MGS unveils £700,000 funding for museums affected by lockdown
Supporting independent museums is key aim
Coronavirus: what kind of financial support is available to museums and workers?
Governments unveil emergency measures to rescue economy