The following grants are available through Regional Arts NSW. Before applying for any of these grants, it is advised that you visit the Regional Arts NSW website and contact South West Arts for advice.
Country Arts Support Program (CASP)
Open November 2009 Closes February 2010
Small grants up to $3,000 for arts and cultural projects in regional NSW. Closing date is February 2010 for projects from April 2010. Program is advertised in December. More information
Regional Arts Fund (RAF)
Appliations are Closed 2010. Stayed tuned for 2011 updates
Grants supporting arts and cultural activities in regional NSW that are sustainable, have long term cultural, economic and social benefits, develop partnerships and cultural networks and provide skills development opportunities. There is one round per year with closing date of 14 August for projects commencing in the following calendar year. Multiple year funding and grants of more than $20,000 per year are available but must be discussed with Regional Arts NSW prior to applying. More information
Quick Response Arts Grants (Quicks)
No closing date - funds allocated quarterly
Small grants up to $1,500 for individual artists and organisations in regional NSW to respond to arts development and professional development opportunities that arise at short notice. Applications can be made at any time but funds are limited and projects must be discussed with Regional Arts NSW prior to applying. More information
Quick Response Performing Arts Grants - Prop Ups
Open - No closing date
Small grants program for performing arts opportunities that arise at short notice in regional NSW. Applications can be made at any time but funds are limited and projects must be discussed with Regional Arts NSW or a Regional Arts Development Officer prior to applying. More information
Guide to Writing Grant Applications
RANSW has also produced a Guide to Writing Grant Applications to assist not-for-profit community based organisations in preparing effective submissions for funding from these programs. Download a copy from the Regional Arts NSW website.
