Arts and Cultural Development Grants
Published on 11 February 2026
Funding of between $1,000 and $7,000 is available annually to artists and community groups for projects and events that deliver clear arts, cultural, and community benefits. Funded projects should demonstrate outcomes that are identifiable and, where possible, measurable. The program supports a rich and inclusive cultural life by encouraging participation from people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities and social circumstances. It recognises the important role arts and culture play in strengthening community wellbeing and contributing to the social and economic fabric of the region.
Strategic Alignment
This grant program supports the City of Coffs Harbour’s Cultural Policy and the Creative Coffs Cultural Strategic Plan, which are guided by the objectives of the City's MyCoffs 2035 Community Strategic Plan. The City is committed to fostering a vibrant cultural life and recognises its importance to the social health and economic prosperity of the Coffs Harbour region.
Priority Areas for Funding
Projects will be prioritised if they align with one or more of the following goals:
- Engage the community and visitors in the cultural life of the region
- Create and maintain vibrant cultural and public spaces
- Understand and celebrate Aboriginal and diverse cultural heritage
- Value and support creative industries
- Encourage connections, collaboration, and partnerships
Applications are open now, closing at 4pm, Monday 16 March.
Information Session
Arts and Cultural Development Info Session
Curious about turning your arts and cultural ideas into reality in the Coffs Harbour LGA? Join us for an Information Session on the City’s Arts & Cultural Development Grants.
What you’ll learn:
- How grants of $1,000–$7,000 can support your arts, cultural, or community project.
- Tips for creating inclusive, engaging projects that connect people and celebrate our diverse culture.
- How to align your project with the City’s Cultural Policy and Creative Coffs Cultural Strategic Plan.
- What makes an application stand out and priorities for funding.
- Learn from others; a FAQ session might help you answer some questions
Whether you’re an artist, community group, or not-for-profit cultural organisation, this session will give you support you can use to bring your ideas to life and contribute to a vibrant creative future for the Coffs Harbour LGA. Note: Applicants do not have to be a resident of the Coffs Harbour LGA but the project must take place within the Coffs Harbour LGA.
Date: Wednesday 25 February 2026
Time: 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Location: The Workshop, Level 1, YAM, Yarrila Place, Coffs Harbour
Click here to book your place and read more!