A new Arts Organisation Fund (AOF) at the City of Port Adelaide Enfield (PAE) is putting arts and culture at the centre of community and making an impact on the creative sector.
The aim of the AOF is to attract and support professional arts organisations to the region, building on the vibrant creative identity of the City of PAE and investing in a sector that delivers economic impact and wellbeing outcomes. It provides a unique opportunity to forge meaningful partnerships with professional arts companies to deliver impactful outcomes for the City of PAE community.
The City of PAE understand there are many considerations for incoming organisations and views the Fund as a long-term approach to growing the local sector. They are committed to working closely with organisations to address potential relocation barriers and support them to connect with the region.
Submissions for the AOF open from March to April each year and can provide up to $40,000 on an annual or triannual basis for organisations that:
- can clearly identify how they will directly benefit the local community in its many forms
- demonstrate the potential for employment opportunities and professional pathways
for artists and arts workers - engage with local businesses and collaborate with existing creative groups to offer
local audiences quality arts experiences.
Interested organisations are encouraged to read the criteria and eligibility at cityofpae.sa.gov.au and connect with Council’s Placemaking and Activation Leader for further information and to start their journey with the City of PAE.
Contact: Cat Conidi, Placemaking and Activation Leader
T: 0436 467 474 or 8405 6942
E: cat.conidi@cityofpae.sa.gov.au
Photo credits:
Hannah Kent in conversation with Molly Murn at Living Landscapes Writers Festival, photo by Flavia Watkins (Sondr Creative).
Louise Flaherty in her studio at Post Office Projects, photos by Rosina Possingham
MI:WI, presented by Vitalstatistix and Country Arts SA, photo by Gregory Lorenzutti
Wild Dog, Jacob Boehme Artistic Director, produced by Country Arts SA, photo by Nat Rogers
