Arts, Culture and History

Support Activities that promote and celebrate our rich heritage, creative and diverse community and contribute to the achievement of the city’s desired outcomes for culture, heritage, and the arts. In addition, CN supports Professional Not-For-Profit Arts and Cultural Organisations by providing funding to grow sustainability and provide a funding base that organisations can leverage with other funding providers.

• Round Opens: 3 June 2024 at 9am (AEST) 
• Round Closes: 30 June 2024 at 11:59pm (AEST) 

$2,000 - $20,000 (ex GST) 

*Up to $50,000 (ex GST) for Professional Not-For-Profit Arts and Cultural Organisations

$100,000 (2025/26)

• Legally constituted not-for-profit organisation
• Businesses
• Individuals must be Auspiced by eligible entity

Expose local stories, both historic and contemporary, through cultural programming and build Newcastle’s cultural identity.

1. View the 'Grant and Sponsorship Programs - Which should I apply for? Flowchart' (PDF) to determine which Grant Program is best for you. 
2. Read the Community Grants Policy (PDF) and the Community Grants Guidelines (PDF). 
3. Apply through CN’s online funding portal.