How to apply

Important information

Arts NSW application rounds close at Midnight (AEST) on the specified closing date.

It is recommended you allow plenty of time to review your responses before submission.

Arts NSW staff can be contacted from 9am to 5pm (Sydney time) Monday to Friday on:

Telephone: 02 8218 2222

Free call: 1800 358 594 (within NSW)

To apply for funding you need to complete and submit the relevant application form on the Arts NSW online application system.

This is a secure website and you will be required to create an account before you are able to proceed with an application for funding.

Access requirements

If you are unable to make your application online for access reasons, please contact Arts NSW and we will provide you with a PDF copy of the application form.

Email: arts.funding@arts.nsw.gov.au

Telephone: 02 8218 2222

Free call: 1800 358 594 (within NSW)

To make a National Relay Service call:

  • Type and read, type and listen, or speak and read
    133 677 or 1800 555 677 to call a toll-free 1800 number
  • Speak and listen (speech to speech relay)
    1300 555 727 or 1800 555 727 to call a toll-free 1800 number

The following documents are also available to assist you with your application:

Glossary and explanatory notes
A glossary and explanatory notes document, providing definitions for terms used in these guidelines and Arts NSW application forms.

Sample delivery plans

The NSW Aboriginal Arts and Cultural Strategy

Arts NSW’s Protocols for Aboriginal Arts and Culture

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