'The Nesting Project' - Castlemaine Community House Inc, 2019 Quick Response Grant recipient. Image by Sophie Parker.

Regional Arts Fund

About the Regional Arts Fund 

The Regional Arts Fund is part of the Australian Government’s Arts and Cultural Development Program that supports participation in, and access to, Australia’s arts and culture through developing and supporting cultural expression. The Regional Arts Fund is managed by Regional Arts Australia on behalf of the Australian Government, (Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts) and managed in Victoria by Regional Arts Victoria.

Funding is available for

  • Project Grants – maximum amount $30,000.

    For arts projects, professional development for artists and arts workers, and community capacity building projects.
  • Quick Response Grants – up to $3,000 for individuals, $5,000 for organisations.

    Rounds are open on the first of every month and close on the last day of every month from February to November. 

    For small arts projects, professional development for artists and arts workers, and community capacity building projects.

Please read the Guidance Material first, then get in touch with your Regional Arts Victoria staff in your area to discuss your eligibility and application before applying.

Quick Response Grants

Funding for professional development or small projects.

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Project Grants

Funding for high-quality arts projects.

Successful Applicants

Past recipients of the Regional Arts Fund.

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Assessment Criteria

Find out how your application is assessed.

Eligibility Criteria

Find out if you are eligible to apply.

Information for Successful Applicants

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