Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Grants

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ISAAC REGIONAL ARTS DEVELOPMENT FUND (RADF)

Grants are available for both emerging and established artists, groups and organisations.

Whether you're an emerging artist looking to build your skills or an established artist seeking new professional development opportunities, RADF funding can help take your creative practice to the next level.

Artists may apply for up to $2,000 through the DEVELOP Grant to cover eligible expenses. Maybe you're a country singer wishing to attend a songwriting workshop, or record new music in the studio; a visual artist interested in honing their painting skills through a mentorship with an established artist; or a dancer seeking to elevate their performance in a Queensland Ballet masterclass.

New this year, the DEVELOP Quick Response Grant offers up to $1,000 for professional development opportunities that require a fast decision when event timelines don't align with the regular funding rounds.

Artists, performers and groups looking to bring community together through hands-on workshops, live performances, art trails, festivals, public art and other arts and creative experiences may apply for INSPIRE Grants.

GROW grants support projects where artists, performers and groups use the arts to build community resilience and wellbeing, or any circumstances where arts practice may benefit a community’s ability to process an identified issue or need. For example, combatting loneliness or helping people recovering from flood or bushfire by bringing them together to participate in a creative workshop or community art project.

Both the INSPIRE and GROW Grants are capped at $8,000 for eligible activities with the amount of the grant not to exceed 65% of the total project cost.

Applicants seeking more than $5,000 must speak with the Arts and Cultural Development Officer (Ph: 0439 174 373) about their proposal prior to submitting an application.

With $60,000 in RADF funding available this year, now is the time to invest in your artistic and professional growth and use the arts to bring communities together to celebrate our stories, cultures and identities.

The Regional Arts Development Fund is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Isaac Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.

2026/2027 RADF Grant Rounds

Round

Open

Close

Activity Period

Round One

17 July 2026

7 August 2026

1 November 2026 - 31 October 2027

Round Two

1 February 2027

1 March 2027

I July 2027 - 30 June 2028

*Please note that no applications will be accepted outside of these grant rounds unless the application is a Develop - Quick Response application


If you have any queries about RADF, please contact Council's Arts And Cultural Development Officer on 0439 174 373 or by email RADF@isaac.qld.gov.au

To make a grant, you may either complete the relevant application below or download a fillable PDF version to complete.

ISAAC REGIONAL ARTS DEVELOPMENT FUND (RADF)

Grants are available for both emerging and established artists, groups and organisations.

Whether you're an emerging artist looking to build your skills or an established artist seeking new professional development opportunities, RADF funding can help take your creative practice to the next level.

Artists may apply for up to $2,000 through the DEVELOP Grant to cover eligible expenses. Maybe you're a country singer wishing to attend a songwriting workshop, or record new music in the studio; a visual artist interested in honing their painting skills through a mentorship with an established artist; or a dancer seeking to elevate their performance in a Queensland Ballet masterclass.

New this year, the DEVELOP Quick Response Grant offers up to $1,000 for professional development opportunities that require a fast decision when event timelines don't align with the regular funding rounds.

Artists, performers and groups looking to bring community together through hands-on workshops, live performances, art trails, festivals, public art and other arts and creative experiences may apply for INSPIRE Grants.

GROW grants support projects where artists, performers and groups use the arts to build community resilience and wellbeing, or any circumstances where arts practice may benefit a community’s ability to process an identified issue or need. For example, combatting loneliness or helping people recovering from flood or bushfire by bringing them together to participate in a creative workshop or community art project.

Both the INSPIRE and GROW Grants are capped at $8,000 for eligible activities with the amount of the grant not to exceed 65% of the total project cost.

Applicants seeking more than $5,000 must speak with the Arts and Cultural Development Officer (Ph: 0439 174 373) about their proposal prior to submitting an application.

With $60,000 in RADF funding available this year, now is the time to invest in your artistic and professional growth and use the arts to bring communities together to celebrate our stories, cultures and identities.

The Regional Arts Development Fund is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Isaac Regional Council to support local arts and culture in regional Queensland.

2026/2027 RADF Grant Rounds

Round

Open

Close

Activity Period

Round One

17 July 2026

7 August 2026

1 November 2026 - 31 October 2027

Round Two

1 February 2027

1 March 2027

I July 2027 - 30 June 2028

*Please note that no applications will be accepted outside of these grant rounds unless the application is a Develop - Quick Response application


If you have any queries about RADF, please contact Council's Arts And Cultural Development Officer on 0439 174 373 or by email RADF@isaac.qld.gov.au

To make a grant, you may either complete the relevant application below or download a fillable PDF version to complete.

  • Application for DEVELOP grant or DEVELOP-QUICK RESPONSE grant

    Funding is available to support Isaac Regional Council local government area residents to access financial support to participate in activities that build on their chosen arts practice.

    This application form is to be used for:

    • DEVELOP grant where the timing of the activity fits within the eligibility period for the funding round; and
    • DEVELOP-QUICK RESPONSE grant where the timing of the activity requires a fast decision as it does not fit within the approvals process for the set funding rounds.

    Proposals may include:

    • Attending professional development seminars or activities.
    • Master classes.
    • Mentorships with recognised arts and cultural peers.
    • Artist in residence programs; and
    • Placements with recognised arts and cultural organisations.

    Considerations

    Assessments will support intrastate and interstate activities but not overseas activities.  Eligible expenses include workshop fees, registration fees, mentorship fees, accommodation, travel and meal allowances (known as Per Diems usually calculated at $65 per day).

     For a DEVELOP grant, assistance is available for between $500 to $2000 covering up to 100% of eligible expenses. 

    For a DEVELOP-QUICK RESPONSE grant, assistance is available for a maximum of $1,000 covering up to 100% of eligible expenses.

    Contact Council's Arts and Cultural Development Officer on 0439 174 373 or by email RADF@isaac.qld.gov.au to discuss your idea.

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  • Application for "Inspire" or "Grow" Grants

    Complete this application form if the funding category you are applying for is either the INSPIRE grant or the GROW grant.  

    Artists, performers, groups and organisations looking to bring community together through hands-on workshops, live performances, art trails, festivals, public art and other arts and creative experiences may apply for INSPIRE Grants.

    GROW grants support projects where artists, performers, groups and organisations use the arts to build community resilience and wellbeing, or any circumstances where arts practice may benefit a community’s ability to process an identified issue or need. For example, combatting loneliness, or helping people recovering from a flood or a bushfire, by bringing them together to participate in a workshop or a community art project.

    Both the INSPIRE and GROW Grants are capped at $8,000 for eligible activities with the amount of the grant not to exceed 65% of the total project cost. 

    If the funding amount you are seeking is more than $5,000, you must speak with the Arts and Cultural Development Officer (Ph: 0439 174 373) about your proposal prior to submitting an application.

    Complete Form
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