Grants & sponsorship
Council provides assistance in the form of cash and/or hiring of Council venues and resources to eligible community groups and organisations for cultural, social, sport, sustainability and economic development initiatives. Some arts & cultural grants are also available for individuals.
Note:
- Limited funds are available through a competitive process.
- Applications are determined according to funding criteria and merit.
- Applicants must use the correct form and follow the grant guidelines.
- Applicants are to contact Council officers prior to submitting an application form. (Refer to grant information below for relevant contact details.)
- Submission of an application is not a guarantee of success.
- Before submitting an application, event organisers are responsible for confirming the venue, programming the event, obtaining all relevant quotes (including venue hire, labour, staffing, security and technical requirements) and securing all necessary permits, licences, insurances and other relevant approvals. This may include an Application for Temporary Entertainment Event ( PDF, 0.38 MB )
Community Partnerships
Arts and Cultural Assistance (Individual)
Arts and Cultural Assistance (Organisations)
Arts and Culture Partnerships (Community organisations)
Arts and Culture Partnerships (Individuals)
Councillors' Discretionary Funds (capital works)
Go Clubs Essentials
Go Clubs Infrastructure Assistance Grant
Industry and Economic Development Fund
Major Events Sponsorship
Nature-based Learning Grant
RADF Major Round
RADF Small Arts Grant
RADF Individual Professional Development Grant
RADF City of the Arts Hero Project Grant
RADF Flame.Arts Access – Leg Up Grants
Revegetation of Natural Areas
Sustainability and Climate Action Grant
Economic Event Partnerships
Major Events
Last Updated: 22 November 2023
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