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Got a great arts idea? Need a grant?
The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) provides support for arts, culture and heritage development activities.
Areas of support include professional development; workshops and masterclasses; innovative arts, culture or heritage projects; concept development; creative industries development; and cultural tourism initiatives.
Find out more about:
Funding rounds and available funding
There are two main funding rounds each year, generally closing in:
- Mid March (for projects not starting before June) and
- Mid September (for projects not starting before December)
Out of round RADF grants of up to $1,000 are also available to support opportunities that would otherwise be missed due to the timing of closing dates. Out of round applications must include a covering letter detailing reasons the application needs to be considered outside of the normal funding rounds. Out of round applications should be submitted as early as possible, but no later than 2 weeks prior to the event commencing.
There are no upper or lower limits on the amount of money that can be applied for and it is advisable to discuss your project budget with the RADF Liaison Officer prior to submission.
In the past a wide range of RADF projects have been awarded grants ranging from $250 to more than $15,000 however the average grant amount is typically around $4,500.
Applying for a grant
- Carefully read the guidelines
[PDF 1MB]
- Complete ONE of the following application forms and submit by the due date:
- RADF Application Form - All Categories [DOC 460KB]
- RADF Application Form - Category 1 [DOC 340KB]
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Submitting your application
Only posted or hand delivered applications will be accepted. Please note that applications must be received by the due date. Applications will be photocopied so please do not bind or place in plastic sleeves.
Hand deliver to a Council customer service centre.
Or mail to:
Regional Arts Development Fund
Moreton Bay Regional Council
PO Box 159
Caboolture Qld 4510
Assistance is at hand
Council officers are available to assist with your application. Group and one-on-one information sessions are held prior to the RADF closing dates. Details on upcoming group information sessions can be found on the Food for Thought program page.
For more information:
How RADF applications are assessed
Applications are assessed by the RADF Advisory Committee comprised of arts and cultural workers active in the Moreton Bay region.
The current committee is comprised of:
- Ray Swenson (Chair) - Theatre portfolio
- Joan Baker-Winn - Museums / Collections portfolio
- Margaret Barnett - Creative Arts / Crafts portfolio
- John Bayne - Multimedia portfolio
- Janice Charlish - Arts Management
- Ellie Neilsen - Visual Arts portfolio
- Cassey Russell - Music portfolio
- Emily Sunwall - Dance portfolio
- Tracy Watson - Literature /Writing portfolio
The nine RADF Advisory Committee members serve for a maximum of four years in their artform portfolio area. As positions on the RADF Committee become available, Expressions of Interest are called from community members. Future Expressions of Interest will be advertised through the ArtsMail eNewsletter.
To signup for the ArtsMail eNewsletter.
Acknowledgement RADF support
Successful applicants will receive an information pack with details of required acknowledgements. In brief, RADF support is acknowledged through the placement of:
- Moreton Bay Regional Council logo
- Queensland Government logo
- The byline: The Regional Arts Development Fund is a Queensland Government and Moreton Bay Regional Council partnership to support local arts and culture
Download the full Acknowledgement requirements [PDF 30KB] and email: radf@moretonbay.qld.gov.au 
with any queries.
Proofs of any promotional materials must be provided for approval. Email proofs to: radf@moretonbay.qld.gov.au with at least 48 hours turnaround.
Acquitting your grant
Successful applicants are required to submit the appropriate outcome report within eight (8) weeks of completing the project.
Example RADF projects
Browse example RADF projects.
Funding outcomes
The Regional Arts Development Fund is a partnership between Moreton Bay Regional Council and the Queensland Government to support local arts and culture.
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