Arts and Culture Partnerships (Community organisations)
Provides grant funding for the development and/or presentation of new work to build capacity and capability of arts organisations, professional or emerging professional artists and arts workers in partnership with Council’s arts and cultural presentation team.
Open all year. This grant is for venue hire and resources only (not cash)
- Application forms are available on request by contacting Council's Creative Grants Partnerships Officer on 4032 6603 to discuss project prior to preparation of the submission.
Please note: Applications must be submitted at least six weeks prior to the start of the event or activity.
Last Updated: 17 June 2026
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