Get ready for the Creative Organisations funding rounds
The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport is introducing a new Creative Organisations Funding Framework in 2026.
We’re launching a new Creative Organisations Two Year Funding Program to complement our existing Arts Organisations Investment Program (AOIP). The Creative Organisations Four Year Funding Program is the new name for the AOIP. '
Review of existing organisational funding highlighted a two year and four year funding model was consistent across jurisdictions and that, while annual funding is valuable, a two year funding cycle would be more effective.
This change reflects a clear preference by organisations for larger grants over a longer period of time.
Assessment of both programs will run in conjunction with the first rounds opening on 19 May 2026 and closing 2 July 2026.
This will mean applicants only need to do one application for multiyear organisations funding, making the administration of the assessment process more efficient.
Program Guidelines will be available 2 months prior to the opening.
The department will provide guidance and advice to organisations that are unsure which program to apply for when the guidelines are published.