Government has approved increased funding for unsponsored steelbands and steelpan players participating in Panorama 2025.
The decision has been approved by Cabinet.
The Grant allocations for Single Pan Bands have increased from $7,500 to $10,000 per band, while Grant allocations for Conventional Bands have increased from $15,000 to $20,000 per band.
Financial support for steelpan players has also increased. Stipends for each player have been raised from $500 to $800, helping to cover essential costs such as food and transportation during the competition.
Minister of Tourism, Culture, and the Arts, Senator Randall Mitchell, said this increase in funding to the unsponsored steelbands and to the individual steelpan players reiterates Government’s strengthened commitment to the steelband community.
He emphasised steelband music is an integral part of our cultural heritage, and Government is proud to invest in the pannists and bands that help bring this vibrant tradition to life.