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Regional Arts Development Fund

Find out how to apply for funding under the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF).

The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) is a partnership between the Queensland Government and council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.  RADF funds are aimed at the development of emerging and established artists, creative practitioners and producers.  RADF funding is awarded to projects that align with the Sunshine Coast Creative Arts Plan 2023–2038, which provides a roadmap to guide council's future priorities, programs and investment in the arts.

Always check the guidelines for eligibility and priorities before applying.

RADF Grants - FREE online information session

Interested in applying for a RADF Grant? 

If so, join us for a free 90-minute webinar covering everything you need to know about RADF Grants. The session will include eligibility, assessment criteria and some top grant writing tips!  

When & Where: Wednesday 19 February, 1pm-2.30pm, Online.

Book Now, limited spaces! 

RADF Grants - FREE one-on-one consults

We’ve got an afternoon of 30-minute consults coming up! 

Would you like to discuss your project idea with an Arts Officer? Need some help with application planning? Ready for us to review your draft application and provide feedback? If so, book in for a free RADF Grants consult.

When & Where: Wednesday 5 March, 12pm-4pm, City Hall Foyer, Maroochydore. 

Book Now, registrations essential!

What funding is available?

The RADF program is evaluated annually and we’ve recently made some important changes. RADF grants are now available in two categories — Arts Projects and Artist Development.

Arts Projects 

  • Major Projects (up to $15,000): two rounds per year — applications close March and October. 
  • Small Grants (up to $3,000): rolling grant fund that receives applications throughout the year or until funds are fully expended. 

Artist Development  

  • Mentorship (up to $5,000): two rounds per year — applications close March and October. 
  • Professional Development (up to $1,500): rolling grant fund that receives applications throughout the year or until funds are fully expended. 

Information on eligibility, priorities and assessment criteria

RADF Guidelines (PDF 1.07MB) (updated August 2024)

FAQs and Important Information (PDF 1.19MB) (created August 2024)

When is funding available?

The next round for Arts Projects - Major Projects and Artist Development - Mentorship opens on Monday 3 February and closes on Monday 31 March 2025. 

Arts Projects - Small Grants and Artist Development - Professional Development are rolling funds and are open year-round until all funds are expended.

Who assesses my application?

Applications are assessed by the RADF Assessment Panel.

When will I know if I have been successful?

Approximately 8 weeks from closing date of round funds and 6 weeks from submission to rolling funds.

How to apply

What else to consider when applying for funding

Contacts

  • For more information about the RADF program, help planning the application and technical queries, please contact council's Creative Development Officer on [email protected] or (07) 5420 8019
  • Office hours are 8.30am–4.30pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).