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Arts and Culture
Up to $10,000

About the Major Grant Round

There are two RADF Major Grant Rounds annually. The Major Grant rounds open in April for projects that can start from July and in September for projects that can start from January.

The Major Grant Round is broad, encompassing and includes all arts streams. This category offers support towards projects and programs that create vibrant arts and cultural experiences, including but not limited to:

  • performances and exhibitions
  • increased skills and professional development opportunities for artists
  • new works that extend artists and art forms
  • community arts and cultural development
  • initiatives that strengthen cultural tourism and enhance cultural programs

Applicants can apply for up to $10,000.


Who can apply?

  • individual professional artists
  • emerging professional artists
  • arts workers
  • cultural workers
  • project coordinators
  • collective/artist-run initiatives & groups. (Note: non-incorporated groups must be auspiced by an incorporated organisation, or an individual with an ABN)
  • incorporated arts and cultural organisation

Before you apply

Applicants must read important information and discuss their project with Council's RADF Liaison Officer before submitting an application.

Read the guidelines and FAQs

Email the RADF Liaison Officer*

*If you would prefer to speak to the RADF liaison officer, please call (07) 4032 6603

How to apply

Applications must be completed via Council's online portal.

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The SmartyGrants Help Guide for Applicants and Applicant Frequently Asked Questions are available to assist you in the online application process.

Last Updated: 9 April 2024

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