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.
What these grants can fund
- Business expansion and capital investment
- Equipment and infrastructure upgrades
- Workforce training and skills development
- Technology adoption and innovation
- Export and market development
Common eligibility requirements
- Registered Australian business with a valid ABN
- Must be operating in the relevant sector
- Matching co-contribution may be required
- Some programs have employee or turnover thresholds
Eligibility varies by program. Always check the official source before applying.
Open programs
Showing 12 of 21This 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This grant supports creative projects and initiatives that promote wellbeing among young people in Western Australia. It funds programs that use creative industries and cultural activities to enhance mental health, social connection, and personal development for youth.
This program provides funding for arts and creative activities that require short notice scheduling. It supports cultural and creative sector initiatives across Western Australia.
A funding program that supports creative industries projects and initiatives in Western Australian schools. The grant aims to foster creativity and arts engagement among students through partnerships with creative professionals and organizations.
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.
This grant supports creative learning initiatives in Western Australia, funding programs and projects that develop creative skills and cultural engagement in educational and community settings.
A funding program designed to support the development of creative industries projects in Western Australia. The program provides financial assistance to eligible applicants working in the creative sector to develop and advance their creative ventures.
Grant information is sourced from official government websites and updated regularly. Program details, eligibility and closing dates change — always verify with the official source before applying. Last data update: February 2026.