REGIONAL ARTS FUND: PROJECT GRANTS

Applications are now open! The Regional Arts Fund supports artists and communities in regional and remote Australia, providing around $6 million a year nationally. Project Grants back high-quality arts projects across any creative practice — apply for up to $30,000 for projects starting in 2027.

Want help with your application? Regional Arts NSW is running two free online Q&A sessions:

📅 Introduction to the Regional Arts Fund — 10 July 2026, 12–1:30pm
📅 Troubleshoot Your Application — 24 July 2026, 12–1pm

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The Regional Arts Fund is an ongoing program that provides approximately $6 million per year to support artists and communities in regional and remote areas across Australia. The Regional Arts Fund is part of the Australian Government’s Arts and Cultural Development Program that supports participation in, and access to, Australia’s arts and culture through developing and supporting cultural expression.The Project Grants fund high-quality arts projects benefitting regional or remote artists, arts workers, audiences and communities. The focus of the project could include any area of creative practice, multiple art forms or cross-disciplinary practice.‍

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