First Nations Commissioning Fund
The First Nations Commissioning Fund is focused on investing in opportunities that share First Nations stories and cultural knowledge and elevate awareness of Queensland’s exceptional First Nations arts and cultural products and experiences.
This fund is for First Nations applicants only.
Objectives
- Supporting the development and presentation of new work and cultural programs by individual First Nations artists, arts workers collectives and organisations.
- Strengthening skills development and provide new employment opportunities for First Nations artists and arts workers.
- Growing a pipeline of high-quality First Nations arts, cultural products, and experiences.
Funding
Single-year projects
Up to $70,000 for projects and programs for up to 12-months.
Two-year projects
Up to $150,000 (open to applications in January 2023) for projects and programs that need a larger and/or longer scale of development of up to two years and include presentation and/or distribution.
Additional funding available
Plus up to $60,000 towards a First Nations full-time industry placement for 12-months (or a pro rata equivalent for part-time) with a focus on arts management and/or arts production.
Plus up to $10,000 towards commissioning new music by Queensland-based First Nations composers, musicians or librettists as part of your project.
How to apply
Visit the Arts Queensland website to apply.