Artist Professional Development Grants are available from 3rd Feb 2025 – 30th June 2025 or until annual funds for this program are expended.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible you must be:

an individual artist/arts worker over the age of 18 with a sole trader ABN and;

• a permanent resident of regional or remote South Australia, residing in locations classified as MM2-MM7 according to the Modified Monash Model.

Or;

• An Australian incorporated organisation and;
• Actively registered as such on both the Australian Business Register and the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) Register and;
• The organisation’s primary address must be classified as MM2-MM7 according to the Modified Monash Model.

Applicant’s postcode must match that of the ABN.

How Much Can I Apply For?

• Up to $1500 per application for applicants located in regions MM2 – MM5
• Up to $2000 per application for applicants located in regions MM6 – MM7.

The applicant is expected to cover any additional costs associated with participating in the professional development opportunity through their own contributions or other funding sources.

What Can I Apply For?

Artist Professional Development Grant funds may only be spent on:

• Professional Development costs – Fees for workshops, masterclasses, conferences, unaccredited courses, seminars, shows, mentors etc
• Travel costs – Flights, bus, train or tram fares, fuel, taxis (or ride share) fares
• Accommodation
• Meals and incidentals

Assessment

Applications for Artist Professional Development grants are assessed internally.

Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application within 10 working days

If successful, a grant agreement will need to be signed and an invoice provided prior to the professional development opportunity taking place.

How to Apply

1. Read the Guidelines thoroughly.

2. Email [email protected] or contact a member of the Country Arts SA team to discuss your application.

3. Apply online via SmartyGrants