Arts and Culture – Quick Response (QWK)

Overview The Quick Response grant category, administered by the Department of People, Sport and Culture (NT) through Arts NT, provides support for artists and arts workers to access arts and cultural opportunities that arise at short notice. Eligible examples include travel costs to participate in a showcase, marketplace, or conference attendance that arises at short notice, and opportunities to present or promote artworks and arts and cultural activities at short notice, including travel costs and freight. Funding Up to $1,000 per applicant for materials or travel, per financial year Available to individuals Applicants living in a 'Very Remote Australia' area may be eligible for up to $500 in additional assistance per financial year to help cover travel to or from that location, if the activity involves travel Applicants must speak to an Arts NT Development Officer before submitting an application involving international travel Eligibility Applicants must confirm eligibility and activity suitability with an Arts Development Officer Applicants must have no outstanding acquittals or compliance issues with the NT Government Applicants must obtain any required permissions, including Working with Children clearances and Aboriginal cultural permissions if relevant If using an Administering Body, the Administering Body must endorse the application before submission How to Apply Key information Open all year until 31 May 2027 or until the budget is expended Applications are assessed by the Department and assessed as received Activities involving international travel or training are reviewed on a case-by-case basis Applicants are notified within 20 working days of a complete submission The activity cannot start before execution of the funding agreement Grants are subject to random audit acquittal Before you apply Read the Arts Grants Program Guidelines to understand the objectives and requirements Clearly define your activity, including what it is, who is involved, and how and when it will be delivered Prepare a realistic, balanced budget that shows value for money and includes quotes for any expenses over $1,000 Gather your support material, including CVs or bios, examples of work, and confirmation of involvement from collaborators Submit your application by the deadline, as late applications will not be accepted Supporting Documents 2026-27 Arts NT Grants Guidelines 2026-27 AGP General Eligibility Requirements Guidelines 2026-27 AGP Key Personnel Form 2026-27 QWK Rubrics 2026-27 Budget Template Enquiries Name: Arts NT Role: Department Phone: 0889998981 Email: arts.office@nt.gov.au