COVID-19 impacts on the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Program
All applications for the RADF 2020/21 Program will be required to complete a Risk Assessment Questionnaire ( DOCX, 0.27 MB ) as part of their submission to ensure all proposals have considered government-issued COVID-19 public health guidelines.
The Individual Professional Development Grant provides local artist with funds to attend professional development opportunities.
Grants are capped at $1,000 for opportunities within Queensland and up to $1,500 for interstate and international travel.
This grant is open all year round to the extent of available funds.
This is an Out-of-Round grant: applications can be made up to eight weeks prior to the activity start date, however complete applications must be received at least six weeks prior to the activity start date (applicants will be notified of funding decisions within two to four weeks after complete applications are received).
How to apply
Applicants should download and save the RADF Individual Professional Development Grant application form ( PDF, 0.41 MB ), rather than working on it within an internet browser. Please use only Adobe Reader DC to save and work on these fillable forms on your computer. Adobe Reader DC runs on both Windows and Mac, and is free to download from www.adobe.com/au
Before you apply
Intending applicants must discuss your project with Council's Arts and Cultural Grants Coordinator (RADF Liaison Officer), or a RADF Committee Member PRIOR TO submitting your application. Contact (07) 4032 6650 or by email radf@cairns.qld.gov.au
- Read the RADF eligibility checklist ( PDF, 0.23 MB )
- Read the RADF guidelines ( PDF, 0.39 MB )
- Read the RADF Frequently Asked Questions ( PDF, 0.33 MB )
Submitting your application
Email (preferred method)
Email your application and all attachments to radf@cairns.qld.gov.au.
A reply email will be sent to you on the next business day after the closing date, confirming receipt of your application.
Post a printed copy of your application form and all attachments to:
Council's RADF Liaison Officer: Arts and Cultural Grants Coordinator
Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre
Cairns Regional Council
46 Collins Avenue
Edge Hill QLD 4870
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Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre
Cairns Regional Council
46 Collins Avenue
Edge Hill QLD 4870
Project highlights
Below are some examples of previous projects funded under the RADF Individual Professional Development Grant:
Individual Professional Development
The Ironing Maidens (2.0 MB)
Awarded an IPD Grant to showcase and network at Adelaide Fringe Festival 2019, The Ironing Maidens delivered two site-specific performances in the Melbourne Street Laundromat, and a 20-minute performance at the Fringe Club opening night (February 2019).
