The Ian Potter Cultural Trust was established in 1993 by The Ian Potter Foundation to encourage and support the diversity and excellence of emerging Australian artists. The Trust offers grants of up to $7,000 to assist early career artists of exceptional talent to undertake professional development, usually overseas.
The Ian Potter Cultural Trust’s philosophy of development of the Arts through support of talented individuals is unique in Australia. Since it was established, more than 1,200 artists have been supported by grants totalling over $5 million.