Creative Industries Grants in Western Australia — 2026

8 programs8 open nowUp to $25,000

Government grants are available for Australian businesses in the creative industries sector. Programs span federal and state governments, offering funding for growth, innovation, infrastructure and workforce development.

In Western Australia, western australia's grant landscape includes programs from the small business development corporation (sbdc), regional development commissions administering the regional economic development (red) grants, the department of local government, sport and cultural industries (dlgsc) and tourism wa.

Open programs

8 total
Open·Up to $25,000
Connecting to Country

This grant supports creative industries projects that connect to country and cultural heritage. It funds initiatives that strengthen connections between creative practitioners and their cultural landscapes, particularly for Indigenous artists and communities.

Open·Up to $25,000
Kids Access All Areas

A funding program that provides support to increase children's access to creative industries, tourism, and sport activities and experiences. The grant aims to remove barriers and expand participation opportunities for kids in these sectors across Western Australia.

Open
Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups

This grant supports arts projects created by individuals and groups in Western Australia. It funds a wide range of creative activities and artistic endeavors across various disciplines.

Open
Arts Projects for Organisations

This grant supports arts projects delivered by organisations in Western Australia. It funds a range of creative activities and artistic endeavours that contribute to the cultural landscape of the state.

Ongoing·Up to $20,000
CMF Development Program

The CMF Development Program provides funding to support the development of creative industries projects in Western Australia. It aims to foster innovation and growth within the creative sector by providing financial assistance for project development and capacity building.

Ongoing·Up to $5,000
Arts Short Notice Activity Program

This program provides funding for arts and creative activities that require short notice scheduling. It supports cultural and creative sector initiatives across Western Australia.

Ongoing·Up to $5,000
Partnership Acceptance Learning Sharing (PALS)

PALS is a funding program that supports collaborative partnerships in the creative industries sector. The grant aims to facilitate knowledge sharing, learning, and acceptance among creative industry partners through structured partnership projects.

Ongoing
Creative Organisations Multi-Year Funding Programs

Multi-year funding programs designed to support creative organisations in Western Australia. These programs provide sustained financial support to help creative organisations develop their capabilities, reach audiences, and contribute to the creative industries sector.

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