Inner West Council - Living Arts
Inner West Council Arts Grants
Inner West Council funds creative work that strengthens cultural life in the Inner West. We offer two grants: up to $5,000 for individual artists developing their practice, and up to $10,000 for projects that bring arts and culture to Inner West communities.
Applications close: 4pm AEST, Friday 15 May 2026.
Grants available
Artist Support Grant
Up to $5,000
For individual artists based in the Inner West who want to develop their creative practice or advance their career.
• Attending a masterclass, intensive, or short course
• Working with a mentor over an extended period
• Undertaking a residency to develop new work
• Research or creative development that advances your practice
• Presenting new work to a small audience as part of a development process
Who can apply?
Individual practicing artists based in the Inner West LGA
Applications open via SmartyGrants:
Arts Projects Grant
Up to $10,000
For individual artists, groups of artists, or arts organisations producing or presenting work that benefits the Inner West community.
• Producing and presenting a new performance, exhibition, or installation
• Delivering a community arts or cultural program
• Running a festival, concert series, or public event
• Creative partnerships and cross-artform collaborations
• Projects that create paid opportunities for local artists
Who can apply?
Individual artists, groups of artists, or arts organisations. The project must benefit Inner West residents
Applications open via SmartyGrants:
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