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Funding opportunities

Funding programs

The Queensland Government is committed to fostering a vibrant arts scene, underpinned by the values of inclusivity and respect where art is celebrated and every Queenslander is welcomed.

Queensland Arts Project Fund

Closing date: Monday 3 November 2025 at 2pm
Amount: Up to $150,000 (see project page for specific details)

The Queensland Arts Project Fund provides one-off grants to support Queensland-based new creative works.
  • Round 1 - General: 19/09/2025 - 03/11/2025

Regional Community Arts Program

Closing date: Monday 10 November 2025 at 2pm
Amount: Up to $50,000 (Core) and up to $20,000 (Project)

The Regional Community Arts Program supports delivery of community-led arts and cultural activities in regional and remote Queensland.
  • Round 1 - General: 19/09/2025 -10/11/2025

Organisations Fund 2026-2029

Closing date: Currently closed
Amount: Min. $100,000 per year (over four years)

The Organisations Fund 2026-2029 is a four-year funding program that supports small-to-medium Queensland-based arts and cultural organisations to be stronger businesses and deliver vibrant arts and cultural experiences across the state.
  • Round 1 - General: - 30/09/2024 - 20/01/2025
  • Round 2 - Festivals: 13/01/2024 - 14/03/2025

Previous funding

Previous funding

Arts Queensland invests in the state's arts and cultural sector though a range of funding programs and initiatives.

Independent Peer Assessment

Peer assessors make a valuable contribution in supporting equitable funding decisions for the Queensland arts and cultural sector.

Funding information

Are you thinking of applying or have you recently received funding through Arts Queensland?

View the links for some useful information.

Banner image: The Long Sunset at Canungra, Queensland Music Festival. Credit: Mitch Lowe.