Creative Projects Fund (VIC)
The Creative Projects Fund supports projects led by Victorian professional artists, creative practitioners, groups/collectives and creative micro to small organisations which can include projects collaborating with creative and non-creative personnel (such as technicians, publicists etc).
Funding amount
Uncovering Talent - $5,000. Uncovering Talent is dedicated to supporting applicants who have not previously received Creative Victoria funding. This can include developing or presenting new creative works, or experiences; professional development, mentorships, residencies, etc; collaborating and working with other creatives.
Projects - $10,000-$20,000. The Projects focus area is for applicants with a proven track record of delivering creative projects and undertaking professional development. Including: developing new creative content, products or experiences; presenting and/or launching work to reach new markets; investing in innovative ideas; supporting collaborations and partnerships.
Applications close
3pm, Thursday 13 February 2025
First Peoples and Deaf and Disabled Stream applications – 3pm, Thursday, 20th February 2025
Eligibility - Uncovering Talent
You are eligible to apply if you:
are a Victorian-based individual, collective/group, or micro to small organisation.
have an active Australian Business Number (ABN)
If you don’t have an ABN, you can apply for one online or apply through an auspice body with an ABN.
have no overdue Creative Victoria (or former Arts Victoria) acquittals.
For individuals, also:
be an Australian citizen currently residing in Victora or
a Permanent Resident (holding an appropriate visa) who has resided in Victoria for at least two years immediately prior to the date of your application (Note: you may be asked to provide evidence of this).
If under 18, be applying through an auspicing body (otherwise you are not eligible).
For organisations, also:
be a legally constituted organisation that has been registered under law (e.g. an incorporated association or company limited by guarantee or Aboriginal Corporation).
be a micro to small organisation of up to 10 FTE.
For collectives/groups:
If the group or collective is not a legally constituted organisation, they must apply under an auspice arrangement or have an individual with an ABN apply on their behalf and take responsibility for the grant.
If an individual applies on behalf of the collective/group they must meet the eligibility criteria for Individuals, as listed above.
Eligibility - Projects
You are eligible to apply if you:
are a Victorian-based individual, collective/group, or micro to small organisation
have an active Australian Business Number (ABN)
If you don’t have an ABN, you can apply for one online or apply through an auspice body with an ABN.
have no overdue Creative Victoria (or former Arts Victoria) acquittals.
For individuals, also:
be an Australian citizen currently residing in Victora or
a Permanent Resident (holding an appropriate visa) who has resided in Victoria for at least two years immediately prior to the date of your application (Note: you may be asked to provide evidence of this)
if under 18, be applying through an auspicing body (otherwise you are not eligible)
For organisations, also:
be a legally constituted organisation that has been registered under law (e.g. an incorporated association or company limited by guarantee or Aboriginal Corporation)
be a micro to small organisation of up to 10 FTE.
For collectives/groups:
If the group or collective is not a legally constituted organisation, they must apply under an auspice arrangement or have an individual with an ABN apply on their behalf and take responsibility for the grant.
If an individual applies on behalf of the collective/group they must meet the eligibility criteria for Individuals, as listed above.
For activity from 1 July 2025. For detailed information on the program, eligibility and your application please read the guidelines.
