SPARK Arts & Cultural Grant Program 2027

Overview Campaspe Shire Council is inviting applications for the SPARK Arts & Cultural Grants Program 2027, which supports local creative projects, new ideas and artistic practice across Campaspe Shire. About Council welcomes applications from: Individual artists and creatives Cultural practitioners Arts groups or collectives Community organisations working with artists Objectives The grants aim to: Support local creatives Encourage a wide range of arts and cultural activity Increase participation for Campaspe's priority communities Strengthen the creative identity of Campaspe Shire Funding Total available: $50,000 Individual grants: $5,000 to $10,000 The following can be funded: New creative work or services Exhibitions, performances or publications Professional development for creatives Community-engaged creative projects New creative businesses or project start-up costs Inclusive, safe, accessible creative activities Partnerships and collaborations Projects that are good value and are well planned Eligibility The following will not be funded: Projects outside the activity timeframe or outside Campaspe Shire, except artist development with local benefit Late applications Duplicate or ongoing programs Fundraising or prize money Projects already started Offensive or political content Australian or state government entities, including schools and universities Applicants need an ABN, an auspice, or an ATO Statement by a Supplier form. Successful applicants must hold $20 million public liability insurance. Council employees are not eligible. How to Apply Applications are submitted through Campaspe Shire Council's online grant application service, powered by SmartyGrants. If this is the first time applying using SmartyGrants, click 'Start a Submission', then 'Register here'.