RADF

Thank you for your interest in Townsville City Council's Regional Arts Development Fund Competitive Grant ($1,000 - $10,000) application form

The objectives of this program are to support arts and cultural activities, strengthen communities through community
grants programs and where applicable, council-led initiatives that:

• Increase access to arts and cultural experiences in regional Queensland locations such as
  Townsville.
• Grow employment and capacity building opportunities for artists across regional Queensland.
• Deliver against local arts and cultural priorities and promote the value of arts, culture and
  heritage.

It is important that you take the time to read through the RADF Guidelines 2026-2027 before you begin your application.

If you have any questions or require assistance, please contact communitygrants@townsville.qld.gov.au or call 13 48 10

Applications open September 7, 2026, and close October 9, 2026. 

Cash: $1,000 - $10,000 GST exclusive
In-Kind (Venue fee waiver, hard-costs) $1,000 - $10,000 GST exclusive
Total cash and in-kind combined not to exceed $10,000 GST exclusive

General enquiries about the grant program should be directed to the Grants and
Partnerships team by phoning 13 48 10 between 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday or emailing
communitygrants@townsville.qld.gov.au

Technical enquiries about SmartyGrants should be directed to SmartyGrants 03 9320 6888
between 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday or emailing service@smartygrants.com.au