An Overview of Arts Grants Available in Australia
About this grant
Arts funding refers to the financial support provided by organisations or businesses to sustain and promote arts and cultural activities in Australia. Essentially, arts funding helps you start arts projects and ideally keep them going. Arts funding is directed toward a wide range of artistic endeavours, including visual arts, performing arts, literature, music, film and more.
Funding is provided via a range of organisations including: [...] Provides funding for a range of visual arts projects Australia-wide.
Applications close 3 January 2025.
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### Playing Australia: Regional Performing Arts Touring Fund
Supports performing arts to reach regional and remote communities across Australia. Grants are available to support the net touring costs associated with a national tour.
Applications close 4 March 2025.
View and track grant [...] Eligibility criteria and types of arts funding varies, with programs designed for individuals, groups, and organisations across different artistic disciplines. From visual arts to performing arts, funding programs cater to a diverse range of creative pursuits, ensuring that the Australian Arts scene remains vibrant and world-class. These include initiatives such as:
### Who is eligible for arts grants?
Eligibility
- ✓ Incorporated Australian company with ABN, registered for GST; Written and directed by Australian citizens or permanent residents
- ✓ Narrative projects for online/direct-to-audience, television and theatrical feature film platforms
- ✓ National
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Last verified: 29 March 2026