Deadline: 03-Mar-2026
Creative Australia’s Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups program provides AUD 10,000–50,000 to support Australian artists and arts professionals to deliver creative projects nationally or internationally across all art forms. The program prioritises quality, impact, and viability, with strong support for access, inclusion, and First Nations–led practice.
Overview
The Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups program by Creative Australia supports a wide range of artistic activities across all arts practices, both within Australia and internationally. The program is designed for practicing artists and arts professionals to develop skills, create new work, collaborate, tour, research, and engage communities through high-quality, viable, and impactful projects.
Funding Amount
How Much Funding Is Available
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Grant range: AUD 10,000 to AUD 50,000
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Funding supports full or partial project costs
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Projects may take place nationally, internationally, online, or in hybrid formats
What Activities Are Supported
Eligible Project Types
Funding may be used for:
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Skill development and professional development
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Creation of new artistic work
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Research, experimentation, and innovation
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Collaborations and partnerships
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Touring and festivals
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Performances and exhibitions
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Publishing and recording
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Promotion and market development
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Community engagement activities
Activities can occur in physical spaces, digital environments, or mixed formats.
Who Is Eligible?
Eligible Applicants
Applicants must:
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Be individuals or groups, not organisations
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Be Australian citizens or permanent residents
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Be practicing artists or arts professionals
Applications to the First Nations panel must be submitted by First Nations individuals or groups only.
Ineligible Applicants
You cannot apply if you:
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Are an organisation
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Have overdue acquittals or owe money to Creative Australia
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Have already applied for the same closing date
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Are seeking funding for the same activities through the International Engagement Fund or International Travel Fund
Access and Inclusion Support
Access Costs
Applicants may request funding for access-related costs, including:
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Auslan interpretation
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Translation into other languages
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Captioning and audio description
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Temporary building or venue adjustments
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Alternative-format materials
Additional Support for D/deaf and Disabled Artists
D/deaf applicants, applicants with disability, or those working with d/deaf or disabled artists may request extra funding for:
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Interpreters and translators
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Assistive or specialist technical equipment
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Carer or support worker assistance
Assessment Panels and Categories
Peer Assessment Panels
Applications are assessed by peer panels in the following categories:
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First Nations
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Community Arts and Cultural Development
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Dance
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Emerging and Experimental Arts
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Multi-art form
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Music
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Theatre
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Visual Arts
Assessment Criteria
How Applications Are Evaluated
Applicants must address three criteria.
Quality
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Artistic vision and ideas
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Rationale and innovation
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Significance and relevance of previous work
Viability
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Capacity to deliver the project
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Planning, timelines, and resource use
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Fair payment, safety, wellbeing, and consultation
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Compliance with cultural and ethical protocols
Impact
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Benefits for artists, participants, and audiences
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Community, sector, and cultural outcomes
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Inclusion, equity, access, and sustainability
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Career development and skill-building opportunities
How to Apply
Required Application Information
Applicants must provide:
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Project title and concise summary
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Artist or group biography
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Detailed project outline
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Timetable or itinerary
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Description of intended impact
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Project budget outlining expenses, income, and in-kind support
Supporting Material
You may include:
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Examples of previous or proposed work
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Bios of collaborators
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Letters of support or permission from participants, communities, organisations, or First Nations Elders
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Confirmation letters for international presentations detailing partner roles and contributions
Support material can be submitted via URLs or uploaded as video, audio, images, or written documents.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
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Applying as an organisation instead of an individual or group
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Requesting funding for activities already supported by other Creative Australia international funds
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Submitting incomplete budgets or unclear project plans
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Failing to address all three assessment criteria
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Missing required letters for international activities or community permissions
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups program?
It is a Creative Australia grant supporting artists and arts professionals to deliver creative projects across all art forms.
How much funding can I apply for?
You can request between AUD 10,000 and AUD 50,000.
Can projects take place overseas?
Yes. Projects may be national, international, online, or hybrid.
Can organisations apply?
No. Only individuals and groups are eligible.
Can I request funding for access costs?
Yes. Access and inclusion costs are eligible and encouraged.
Which assessment panel should I apply to?
You must select the panel that best aligns with your primary art form or practice.
Can I apply if I already applied for the same round?
No. Only one application per closing date is permitted.
Why This Program Matters
The Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups program is a cornerstone of Creative Australia’s support for independent artistic practice. By funding diverse, accessible, and high-quality projects, the program strengthens Australia’s creative ecosystem and expands cultural participation locally and internationally.
Conclusion
Creative Australia’s Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups grant provides flexible, substantial funding for artists to develop, present, and share creative work. With strong support for access, inclusion, and artistic excellence, the program enables Australian artists to realise ambitious projects and generate lasting cultural impact.
For more information, visit Creative Australia.
