25/26 Creative Nations

The Creative Nations Program supports First Nations artists, cultural workers, organisations and communities through their artistic expressions that continue to sustain and strengthen First Nations arts and culture in NSW.

Creative Nations Program funding is designed to strengthen communities though equitable access to vibrant arts and cultural experiences.

Funding is available for First Nations people or organisations that want to:

• Support First Nations arts and culture

• Share the storytelling of First Nations elders

• Make arts and culture available to everyone including people with disabilities

• Maintain and grow collections and archives at First Nations cultural centres or keeping places

• Create and manage cultural festivals and events that celebrate the diversity of First Nations people

• Promote and market arts and cultural events to reach more people

• Join in cultural community gatherings and forums.

Who can apply

Individuals:

• First Nations Individuals must be 18 years or above

• Located in NSW for the last 12 months.

Groups or other entities that do not have legal status:

• Applicants must be First Nations and 18 years or above

• All members must be currently located in NSW for the last 12 months

Organisations or partnerships with legal status:

• First Nations organisations operating in NSW for the last 12 months

Note: Preference will be given to NSW-based organisations. It is highly recommended that non-NSW based organisations discuss their application with Create NSW before applying.

Read the 25/26 Creative Nations website closely, including eligibility and what your application needs to include.

For further support, see options to contact us here.

All applications must be submitted via SmartyGrants.