Western Sydney First Nations Program

This program provides funding to First Nations artists, creatives and organisations in Western Sydney.
Open
Closes in 17 days

Closing date: Tuesday 31 March 2026 Tue 31 Mar 2026

What do you get?

Funding between $10,000 and $100,000.

Who is this for?

First Nations artists, creatives and organisations in Western Sydney.

Overview

This program aims to:

  • help artists and arts workers develop new skills
  • support First Nations-led organisations and collectives to grow and operate strongly
  • build audiences so more people see, value, and engage with First Nations creative work
  • support partnerships that create long-term connections and networks
  • help organisations and artists find new income sources
  • activate places and spaces where First Nations communities can share culture and connect. 

Eligible funding uses include:

  • artist and worker fees
  • cultural governance and ICIP compliance
  • capacity-building activities
  • venue hire and creative space activation
  • project delivery costs
  • marketing and community engagement.

Check if you can apply

Eligible applicants include:

  • emerging First Nations artists and arts workers – individuals developing their creative practice or career 
  • micro First Nations led organisations – very small, volunteer run organisations with turnover under $250,000 and limited governance capacity
  • small First Nations led organisations – organisations with 1 to 5 paid staff, turnover between $250,000-$1 million, and some governance systems
  • medium First Nations led organisations – organisations with 5 to 20 staff, turnover between $1-$5 million, delivering regional or state level programs
  • First Nations collectives seeking formalisation – informal groups of First Nations artists or cultural practitioners working together but not yet incorporated. 

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