Arts Grants in Tasmania — 2026

11 programs8 open nowUp to $200,000

Creative businesses, artists and cultural organisations can access grants from the Australia Council for the Arts, Create NSW, Creative Victoria, Screen Australia and state arts bodies. Programs support new works, touring, international creative export and community cultural engagement across all creative disciplines.

In Tasmania, tasmania offers a concentrated grant ecosystem with programs administered across stategrowth tasmania, arts tasmania, screen tasmania, events tasmania and the business growth fund.

Open programs

11 total
Open·$50,000 - $200,000
Arts organisations – annual programs

This program enables arts organisations to deliver annual programs that develop and share high-quality art experiences, create opportunities for Tasmania's professional artists and arts workers, build partnerships that strengthen the arts sector, and connect with audiences and the wider community. Eligible costs include administrative costs, creative development and research, market and audience development, presenting work, and professional development opportunities.

Open·Up to $30,000
Individuals and Groups

This program supports activities that further the artistic practice and careers of individual artists and groups. Funding can be used for creative development, research, presenting work, recording, residencies, professional development, and audience development activities.

Open·Up to $28,500
Annie Greig Dance Scholarship

An annual scholarship supporting Tasmanian dancers aged 17-26 to undertake professional development activities through national or international travel for at least three months. Funds can support dancing with professional contemporary dance companies, studying at dance education institutions, residencies, and mentorships with other dancers.

Open
The Annie Greig Dance Scholarship

Supports Tasmanian dancers aged between 17 and 26 to travel nationally or internationally for professional development. This scholarship enables young dancers to pursue training, performance opportunities, and career advancement outside Tasmania.

Open
COLLECT Art Purchase Scheme

An interest-free loan program that makes quality Tasmanian art accessible to consumers Australia-wide. Eligible Tasmanian arts businesses can participate to offer artworks through the scheme, with over 6,700 artworks worth $22 million purchased since 2009.

Ongoing
Arts Tasmania Grants and Funding

Arts Tasmania offers grants and funding to support Tasmanian artists and arts workers, arts businesses and arts organisations delivering activities in Tasmania, and Tasmanian small museums and collections. The program also offers public art commissions.

Ongoing
Regional Arts Fund Tasmania

An Australian Government program that supports sustainable cultural development in regional and remote communities in Australia. The fund awards grants for projects and programs that encourage participation in and access to arts and culture, develop partnerships and networks, build audiences, and increase employment opportunities for regional and remote artists.

Ongoing
Cultural and Creative Industries Expert Register

An expression of interest process to join a register of expert peers who assess applications to Arts Tasmania and Screen Tasmania's funding programs. Appointed peers participate in evaluating grant applications, attending assessment meetings, and providing funding recommendations to the Minister for the Arts.

Coming Soon·Up to $80,000
Organisations - youth arts

This program supports organisations to deliver activities that actively engage young people aged 0 to 25 years to develop their creative skills and enhance their social health and wellbeing. Eligible costs include creative development and research, presenting work, professional development opportunities, and market and audience development. The program is offered in partnership with Screen Tasmania.

Coming Soon
Roving Curators

This program provides Tasmanian museums, galleries, and collections with access to museum professionals for up to 25 days to support cultural heritage activities. Organizations can apply for curator support to assist with planned activities and projects.

Closed
Annie Greig Dance Scholarship 2025

A scholarship program supporting dance artists in Tasmania. This funding opportunity recognizes and supports emerging and established dancers in their professional development and artistic practice.

Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Always verify current eligibility and deadlines before applying.