The Arts Funding Program has three funding categories:
Negotiated Program Funding
Direct negotiation of Program Funding is available for major organisations jointly funded with the Australia Council, state significant organisations (with strategic partnership funding) and statewide peak bodies. Organisations eligible for Negotiated Program Funding are directly advised by Arts NSW.
Program Funding through application
Triennial Program Funding - for arts and cultural organisations that are central to the cultural life of NSW. Organisations will be advised by Arts NSW if they are eligible to apply for Triennial Program Funding.
Annual Program Funding - all other eligible applicants may apply through the application process set out in the 2010 Arts Funding Program Guidelines.
Project Funding through application
All eligible applicants can apply for Project Funding through the application process set out in the 2010 Arts Funding Program Guidelines. Funding is offered for four specific purposes:
- Capital
- Creation and/or Presentation
- Performing Arts Touring
- Strategic Industry Development
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Posted: 15 May 2009