For small businesses, creative enterprises, business associations or not-for-profits to support projects that reimagine what’s possible after dark.
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Applications are now open for the Visa Vibe Grants Program. Visa is awarding eight (8) grants of $25,000 each (excluding GST) – one grant in every Australian state and territory – to support projects that reimagine what’s possible after dark.
The Visa Vibe Grants Program supports innovative, inclusive, and community-focused night-time economy projects across Australia.
Visa is looking for projects that:
Improve safety, affordability, and accessibility after dark
Champion Gen Z and emerging demographics
Foster innovation and vibrancy in the night-time economy
Create measurable impact and legacy beyond the grant period
Strengthen partnerships and place-based outcomes
The Visa Vibe Grants Program welcomes diverse ideas that contribute to vibrant, safe, and inclusive night-time experiences. Eligible projects are:
Night Markets, Festivals & Events
Projects that create vibrant, affordable and repeatable after-dark experiences.
Creative, Cultural & Community Activations
Projects that bring arts, culture, sport and community together after dark.
Safety, Accessibility & Streetscape Improvements
Projects that improve real or perceived safety and accessibility in night-time environments through design, activation or infrastructure.
Affordable & Accessible Night-time Experiences
Projects that reduce cost barriers and expand participation in night-time activity.
Retail, Hospitality & Mixed-Use Night Activations
Projects that diversify night-time activity beyond traditional bars and clubs.
Precinct-Wide or Collaborative Projects
Projects that involve multiple businesses or partners and strengthen place-based outcomes.
Innovation, Pilots & Scalable Concepts
Projects that trial new ideas and can be repeated, scaled or adapted in other locations.
Read more about the program, eligibility and application requirements on the Visa Vibe Grants Program website.
Applications are submitted online via SmartyGrants. Apply here.
Before you begin:
Read all you need to know on the Visa Vibe Grants Program website, including the Program Guidelines and FAQs
Preview the form on SmartyGrants to get an idea of what your application should include
Prepare your supporting documents (project plans, visual maps, letters of support, etc.)
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