Are you a Springfield Lakes artist or innovator with a unique idea for a product or project who lacks the resources to make your dreams a reality? You can now submit your application for Brisbane City Council’s Creative and History Grant 2019-2020.
Applications have opened in mid-October but if this is your first time seeking a grant, it might help to join the Creative Grant Information Sessions first. Six sessions across different venues will be underway to help Brisbane locals prepare an effective application.
You’ll learn the following at these Creative Grant Information Sessions :
- the different creative grant programs available
- grant guidelines and application forms
- advice on project eligibility and
- tips on making an application
These are free sessions hosted by the Council but you will need to register your intent to join online for your ticket.
| Date/Time | Location |
| Monday, 4 Nov 2019 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. | Brisbane Square Library 266 George Street, Brisbane City BOOK YOUR TICKET |
| Wednesday, 6 Nov 2019 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. | Nundah Library 1 Bage Street via Primrose Lane, Nundah BOOK YOUR TICKET |
| Thursday, 7 Nov 2019 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | Seven Hills Hub 28 Tallowwood St, Seven Hills * near Ron Hurley Theatre BOOK YOUR TICKET |
| Monday, 11 Nov 2019 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. | Indooroopilly Library Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, Level 4, 322 Moggill Road, Indooroopilly * inside Indooroopilly Shopping Centre BOOK YOUR TICKET |
| Monday, 11 Nov 2019 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | Garden City Library Level R4 – Yellow Car Park Garden City Shopping Centre Corner Logan Road &, Kessels Rd, Upper Mount Gravatt BOOK YOUR TICKET |
| Thursday, 14 Nov 2019 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | Visible Ink 5 Green Square Cl, Fortitude Valley BOOK YOUR TICKET |
Three types of Creative and History Grants are being offered for this particular period:
| GRANT | DEADLINE of APPLICATION | |
| Creative Sparks Grants Program Funding: $10,000 | For creatives whose initiatives will help enrich Brisbane’s cultural, social and economic status. | Monday 9th of Dec 2019 |
| Lord Mayor’s Young and Emerging Artists Fellowships Funding: $20,000 | For budding creatives who want a career in the arts. Age limit: 17 to 30 years old | Monday 9th of Dec 2019 |
| Innovation Grants Program Funding: $30,000 | For innovators with unique ideas, products or projects. | Monday 16th of Dec 2019 |
Through these Creative and History Grants, the Council hopes to encourage local artists, innovators, historians and organisations to flourish in their chosen field of expertise. The funding will not just provide the resources to these individuals or groups but it will also bring more opportunities to develop their skills, talents and ideas to help the community.