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Regional Arts NSW Quick Response Grants — October 2026

Regional NSW artists can seek up to AUD $3,000 and organisations up to $5,000 for unexpected opportunities requiring a quick response. The October round closes at 11:59 pm AEDT on 31 October 2026. Projects must start two to twelve weeks after the round closes.

Funding (AUD)
Up to $3,000 individuals / $5,000 organisationsUnexpected opportunities only; monthly rounds run February–November.
Location
NSW
Closes
31 October 202611:59 pm AEDT

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Who can apply

  • Applicants need an active ABN and a qualifying regional or remote business location in Modified Monash areas MM2–MM7.

First Nations relevanceA general program. First Nations applicants may qualify if they meet the stated applicant, location and project requirements; no dedicated First Nations allocation is stated.

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What it can fund

  • Projects must start two to twelve weeks after the round closes.

What to check

  • Eligible applicants include individuals over 18, incorporated organisations and local government; for-profit companies and individuals operating through a trust or partnership are excluded.

About this opportunity

  • Regional NSW artists can seek up to AUD $3,000 and organisations up to $5,000 for unexpected opportunities requiring a quick response.
  • The October round closes at 11:59 pm AEDT on 31 October 2026.
  • Contact Regional Arts NSW before applying.

Before you submit

  1. Check the official eligibility rules and project fit.
  2. Prepare the information the provider requires.
  3. Confirm the closing time and time zone, then follow the provider’s instructions before the listed deadline.

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