Sounds Australia is not a funding body and therefore not in a position to offer any kind of financial assistance. In the interest of staying neutral and fair, we do not provide letters of support to funding bodies on any artist’s behalf.
Make sure you cost your entire initiative out first with funding assistance and without (don’t forget to budget in the correct currency).
See below for various Federal and State funding opportunities for international activity.
Information about Australia Council’s new funding model and how to apply can be found here
If you are an individual artist, arts worker or group of artists, this grant can provide support to further develop your skills or improve your capacity to build an enduring career. Grants are available from $5,000 to $25,000.
In 2020, the grant rounds will close on:
Technical and administrative support will not be available after 5pm on the closing date.
Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application approximately 12 weeks after the closing date.
Our arts projects program funds a range of activities that deliver benefits to the arts sector and wider public, including national and international audiences:
In 2020, the grant rounds will close on:
Each round closes at midnight on the closing date. Technical and administrative support will not be available after 5pm on the closing date.
This program funds a range of activities that deliver benefits to the arts sector and wider public, including national and international audiences. Only organisations are eligible to apply. Grants are available from $10,000 to $100,000.
In 2020, the grant rounds will close on:
Each round closes at midnight on the closing date. Technical and administrative support will not be available after 5pm on the closing date.
The Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) scheme is a key Australian Government financial assistance program for aspiring and current exporters. Administered by Austrade, the scheme supports a wide range of industries.
The EMDG scheme:
See EMDG at a glance (PDF) for an overview of the scheme.
What is a grant year?
A grant year is the financial year (July to June) in which the dates of the expenses being claimed actually occurred.
Expenses incurred in a grant year must be claimed as part of the EMDG application submitted in the financial year immediately following (except your first application, which can include expenses from the two financial years immediately before the application).
The Australian Cultural Diplomacy Grants Program (ACDGP) supports the delivery of high-quality public diplomacy initiatives which promote our economic, artistic, and cultural assets to an international audience. These initiatives strengthen Australia’s reputation as an innovative, creative nation and foster collaborative people-to-people links internationally.
Cultural diplomacy outcomes
Projects supported by the ACDGP should advance the soft-power and partnerships aims of the 2017 Foreign Policy White Paper by:
ACDGP objectives
The ACDGP will achieve DFAT’s cultural diplomacy outcomes by:
Next grants round
The ACDGP is currently being evaluated in line with the Soft Power Review. The 2019 grants round will be open later this year. Please check back for updates.
The International Relations Grants Program (IRGP) supports the Government’s foreign policies and economic diplomacy interests and projects a positive contemporary image of Australia. IRGP grants support professional, community and institutional linkages between Australia and its partners on contemporary issues of shared interest including business, education, innovation, science, technology, the arts, media and sport.
Funding options are available from the following foundations, councils and institutes:
Grant round dates
The 2019 FCIs annual grant rounds open in the first week of February 2019. Information specific to each foundation, council or institute can be found on their respective web pages. Applications are made via the Australian Government’s website: Grantconnect.
Grants eligibility
There is considerable competition for grant money with approximately 10 per cent of applications being successful. Individual grants generally do not exceed $40,000 per year. IRGP grants are managed in accordance with the Commonwealth Grant Rules and Guidelines. Grants are generally not awarded for:
Given the competition for grants funding, requested travel costs should be reasonable (refer to the ATO website).
Arts Activities Funding is available through two categories:
The Government has committed to $775,000 being available for Arts Activities across the two categories. At least $175,000 will be available for the Up to $5k category over the calendar year, and at least $600,000 will be available for the two $5-50k rounds .
Up to $5k for smaller projects, available all year round.
$5-50k for larger projects, available twice a year.
How to Apply
Applications to both categories must be submitted via the online artsACT grants portal.
Create NSW’s Arts and Cultural Funding Program 2019/20 provides funding opportunities for arts and cultural organisations, professional artists and arts/cultural workers across a wide range of artforms and disciplines.
Application processes
To make it simpler and easier to apply, we’ve consolidated 14 individual project funding rounds into two open rounds per year which includes Project, Creative Koori Projects and Annual Organisation funding.
Funding limits for these categories have been removed, which means an increase to the amounts applicants can apply for.
We have also introduced fixed application timelines, with clear notification dates. That way, applicants will know at the time of applying when they will receive funding results.
Project funding supports excellence, innovation and creativity within the NSW arts and cultural sector. It aims to deliver a dynamic and diverse range of arts and cultural experiences to communities across NSW, contribute to the development of a vibrant and accessible arts and cultural sector, and support the employment and development of professional NSW-based artists and arts and cultural workers.
Funding is available for a wide range of arts and cultural activity, including:
How much funding is available?
There is no upper limit to the amount of funding you may request.
However, to be competitive, you must provide a level of detail in your written application, support material and budget appropriate to the level of your funding request (see assessment criteria below).
This expectation will vary according to the following levels of your funding request:
You may not request funding for the total cost of your project. You must include an independent financial contribution (cash and/or in kind) from other sources.
Creative Koori Projects funding aims to build support for a strong, resilient and exciting Aboriginal arts and cultural sector for NSW. This will be done through embracing the principles of Aboriginal self-determination and putting Aboriginal artists, organisations and communities at the centre of funded cultural and creative activity.
Your intended projects may cover the following elements:
How much funding is available?
There is no upper limit to the amount of funding you may request.
However, to be competitive, you must provide a level of detail in your written application, support material and budget appropriate to the level of your funding request (see assessment criteria below).
This expectation will vary according to the following levels of your funding request:
You may not request funding for the total cost of your project. You must include an independent financial contribution (cash and/or in kind) from other sources.
Annual Organisation funding is provided on an annual basis to support Arts and Cultural Organisations (including service organisations) to deliver multiple arts and cultural activities throughout a single calendar or financial year. Funding can contribute to any aspect of an organisation’s program.
Funding is available for a wide range of arts and cultural activity, including:
How much funding is available?
There is no upper limit to the amount of funding you may request.
However, to be competitive, you must provide a level of detail in your written application, support material and budget appropriate to the level of your funding request (see assessment criteria below).
This expectation will vary according to the following levels of your funding request:
You may not request funding for the total cost of your project. You must include an independent financial contribution (cash and/or in kind) from other sources.
Small Project Grants support the creation, development and presentation of new work and professional development or promotion for NSW-based professional artists and arts and cultural workers.
You can apply for between $500 and $5000 towards your project.
Apply now until the end of June 2020.
Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their applications no later than 3 weeks after you submit your application.
Small Project Grants aim to:
If you are a Northern Territory (NT) artist or arts worker, you can apply for professional development and showcasing opportunities.
This funding is offered under the Arts Grants Program for projects that:
What you can apply for
You can apply for up to $2,000 per financial year per applicant.
Professional development opportunities may include participation and showcasing at:
Support for attending awards, ceremonies, exhibitions and competitions is not a priority.
Before you apply
You should read the Arts Grants Program guidelines before you apply.
You must also make sure:
If you have any questions or if your application will involve international travel you will need to talk to the senior arts broker before you submit.
When to apply
Grants are open all year round.
You will be notified of the outcome 30 days after your submission.
Your funded activities must not start before the notification date.
The Queensland Arts Showcase Program (QASP) provides funding to support individuals, organisations or collectives to deliver vibrant and accessible arts and cultural experiences for Queensland.
This is a rolling fund with applications accepted at any time.
How to apply
The Individuals Fund is for individual artists and cultural workers (emerging and established) to participate in transformational professional and career development opportunities.
Objectives
Funding available
Up to $10,000 per application.2019 opening and closing dates
Opens 10 June 2019 and closes at 4pm on 16 August 2019, for activities starting after 8 November 2019.
The prestigious $25,000 Grant McLennan Fellowship offers the recipient/s an opportunity to travel to New York, London or Berlin for up to six months and use the experience of being immersed in a foreign and vibrant musical culture to further develop their own artistic skills.
The Fellowship is for a contemporary music songwriter or songwriting duo with both experience and exceptional talent. The artist/artists will have more than five years of professional experience and will have developed a national profile through album releases, touring and media recognition.
The Grant McLennan Fellowship is delivered through a partnership with Arts Queensland, APRA AMCOS (The Australasian Performing Right Association – Australasian Mechanical Copyright-Owners Society) and QMusic.
Key Dates:
Applications Open: 18 July 2019
Applications Close: 23 September 2019
Winner Announced: December 2019
Funding for Contemporary Music in South Australia is facilitated by the Music Development Office, and delivered through the Dept for Industry & Skills.
Full details in the HANDBOOK.
Funding is made available to:
The Contemporary Music Grant program is divided into two areas of focus: Artist Development and Industry Development:
If you are interested in applying for a new grant through the Contemporary Music Grant Program, in the first instance please read the FAQs for the program, then download the essential HANDBOOK for the round.
NEXT ROUND 2019:
Round opens: Monday 4 November 2019
Application deadline: Monday 9 December 2019
Projects can start from: 01 March 2020
Categories: Recording, Touring, Marketing, Skills & Development, Festivals & Events, Jon Lemon Artist in Residence
Contact:
Elizabeth Reid, Program Officer, Music Development Office: 08 7320 3307, elizabeth.reid@sa.gov.au.
Arts Tasmania offers a range of grant programs for professional artists, arts businesses and arts organisations. We also offer programs to support small museums and collections to manage movable cultural heritage.
For more information on how to apply, visit information for applicants.
You can discuss your project with a member of Arts Tasmania’s grants team before you submit an application. Contact the grants team on 03 6165 6666 or grants@arts.tas.gov.au
This program supports:
If you are seeking funding towards a national or international opportunity, you can apply for:
If you are seeking funding towards bringing one or more practitioners to Tasmania, you can apply for:
July round
Opens: 20 May 2019
Closes: 1 July 2019
This program supports individuals and groups to undertake projects that enable them to further their careers, enrich their artistic practice and contribute to Tasmania’s arts sector.
There are no limits or caps in place for this program.
Opens: 20 May 2019
Closes: 1 July 2019
This program supports individual artists working in any artform to undertake self-directed residencies and professional development opportunities overseas.
It is offered in partnership with the Alcorso Foundation.
Applications relating to projects that that focus on quality international creative and cultural exchange which will add value to the social and cultural fabric of Tasmania’s community are encouraged.
This program provides funding for a variety of international opportunities which may include masterclasses, workshops, internships, mentorships and other significant opportunities for professional development.
You may submit up to two applications per round.
Applications are currently closed
The Music Works Grants program invests in the development and support of Victoria’s contemporary music artists and music industries. It provides support for projects and programs that will develop and bring dynamism to Victoria’s contemporary music sector, increase employment and build cultural capital. The program is open to new ideas, new modes of practice and new approaches to the delivery of contemporary music that will build on Victoria’s position as a world famous live music capital and Australia’s contemporary music hub.
Download the Music Works – Major Round program guidelines
Funding available
Key Dates:
Round opens: 9 January 2020 using the Creative Victoria Grants Portal.
Round closes: 5pm, 6 February 2020
For activity commencing from 1 June 2020.
Music Works Quick Response Grants provide support to individuals, groups and organisations to cover immediate opportunities in Regional Activity, Building Capacity (Professional Development) and Connecting to Markets areas of funding.
Download the Music Works – Quick Response program guidelines (DOC, 207.5 KB).
Funding available
Key dates:
For activity commencing from 26 March 2020:
Round Opens: 13 February 2020
Round Closes: 5pm, 5 March 2020
For activity commencing from 21 May 2020:
Round Opens: 2 April 2020
Round Closes: 5pm, 23 April 2020
Please note: It takes approximately 3 weeks from the closing date until funding results are available.
Open to Victorian music artist managers and independent labels, the Fast Track Fellowship facilitates international professional development, relocates selected participants overseas and immerses them within music companies over a two month period.
The Fast Track Fellowship program includes return flights, visas and insurance as well as financial support for accommodation, on ground logistics, per diems and registration fees for professional industry events.
Applications open: Wednesday November 13
Applications close: Monday January 13
The Contemporary Music Fund Grant Program will assist homegrown contemporary music artists with projects that enable them to produce and promote their work, building links nationally and internationally.
The program provides funding support to the WA contemporary music sector across a range of activities.
The program offers grants in two categories:
Objectives
Apply for a grant
Check the Contemporary Music Fund Grant Program Guide (PDF, 388Kb) for information on categories, who can apply, how to apply, when to apply and eligible activities.
The Key Dates Calendar (PDF, 148Kb) has application open, draft review, closing and activity start dates.
If you are applying for the U-15k category, use the U-15k Business Day Calculator (.xlsx) to work out the final eligible day you can submit your application.
Register or Login to Online Grants to apply online.
Refer to the Application Manual (PDF, 424Kb) for further instructions on completing your application.
Contact a Grants Officer if you need assistance.