The Queensland Government has been a significant investor in the small to medium arts and cultural sector for over 21 years, recognising the vital importance of this sector as the engine room for innovation and creativity.

The small to medium arts sector also plays a key role in fostering community engagement and participation, providing regional access and supporting the professional development and employment of artists and arts workers.

Introduced in 2007, the s2m program has fostered renewal and dynamism within our arts and cultural sector. The Arts & Cultural Sector Plan 2010-2013 will guide the s2m program's investment in this important sector.

The s2m program has two funding categories - triennial and annual.

Only annual funding is available in 2013. Triennial funding will be offered again in 2014.

Key Eligibility

Applications are welcome from not-for-profit, non-government organisations that are either an incorporated association or a company. Eligible organisations must demonstrate that they undertake professional artistic or cultural activities as their main business. This funding program is not available for education and training, film, television and broadcasting organisations, or museums.

Further eligibility requirements are outlined in the s2m guidelines.

Available funds

$50 000 minimum annual funding for 2013.

Key dates

Closing date for 2013 funding: 15 June 2012

Notification of outcomes: October 2012

How to apply

1. Read the s2m guidelines for eligibility and selection criteria.
2. Use the resources to assist with application process
3. Complete the s2m application form.
4. Read the Frequently Asked Questions (DOC, 53 KB)
5. Post FOUR hard copies of your completed application, including FOUR copies of support material and EMAIL Arts Queensland a copy of your application, excluding printed or multimedia support material by the closing date.

Please note, Arts Queensland can no longer accept applications for funding at reception on the ground floor or Floor 16 reception at 111 George Street (hand delivered or by courier). This change in arrangements has been necessitated by changes in security procedures across Government buildings. Applications to Arts Queensland must be submitted by post, unless alternative arrangements have been made with the relevant Client Contact Officer prior to the closing date.

Who to contact

For more information, email Arts Queensland Grants, or contact Arts Queensland reception on (07) 3224 4896 or toll-free 1800 175 531 who will direct you to the relevant Arts Development officer.

Current and past grant recipients

2012 funding (DOC, 77 KB)
2011 funding (DOC, 81 KB)
2010 funding (DOC, 68 KB)
2009 funding (DOC, 73 KB)
2008 funding (DOC, 76 KB)