Who can apply?

This grant is available to applicants whose primary practice is within the arts, creative and cultural sector.

Applicants must be:

• a resident of Greater Geelong, or
• embedded in the creative community in Geelong and deliver projects here

and one of the following:

• individual (sole trader with an active ABN) 
• incorporated not-for-profit organisation
• unincorporated group with an auspice
• registered charitable organisation 
• business

What can you apply for?

Projects designed to spark innovation, encourage fresh thinking and seed early-stage concepts with strong potential to grow, influence, or create meaningful impact.

Activities may include visual arts and craft, music, performing arts, literature and writing, design, screen and media, digital media and creative technology, cultural heritage and collections, community arts and cultural development.

How much can you apply for?

There is a total grant pool of $25,000 available.

Applicants may ask up to $2,500.

How to apply

• Read the grant guidelines.
• Check you are an eligible applicant.
• Check your activity is eligible.
• Get in touch with us - please discuss your activity with us before applying.
  [email protected] or phone 03 5272 5560
• Collate your supporting documents.
• Answer the questions in the application form.
• Don't forget to hit the submit button.

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