Quick Response Grants are available on a monthly basis from February to November, with all applications being competitively assessed at the end of each month. The grant amounts vary, with individuals able to apply for up to $3000 and organisations up to $5000, though there is no minimum grant amount. It’s important to note that there is a limited funding pool, so accurate budgeting is crucial to ensure you are only applying for the amount you truly need.

These grants are designed to assist with urgent needs that may arise unexpectedly and are not covered by other funding rounds. This includes opportunities such as professional development, skills development, and small projects that require immediate attention.

Projects funded by the Quick Response Grants must begin within 2–12 weeks of the closing date of the round in which the application is made. Applicants will be informed of the outcome of their applications no later than 5 business days after the end of each month’s assessment.

If your project involves working with children, you must provide details of your Working with Children (WWC) check. Additionally, you will need to complete an online accreditation with Child Wise, which costs $121 per person. This requirement can be met by one member of your project team, and the cost may be included in your project budget. Credentials must be submitted to RANSW before receiving the grant funding.

For projects involving vulnerable persons, every member of the project team must obtain an Australian Federal Police (AFP) Check, which costs $42 per person. This cost can also be included in the project budget.

 

When the grant round is open, the button below will take you to the Regional Arts Australia online application system. If you have not used SmartyGrants before you will need to set up an account. This account and password can be used to go back to your application at any time and will be the same for any other grants you might apply for in the future using the SmartyGrants system. Your application will be available to you until you click SUBMIT, or the closing date is reached.

Please contact RANSW at funding@regionalartsnsw.com.au or phone 9270 2500 before applying.

For detailed information regarding eligibility, please see RAF Eligibility  and RAF Guidelines.

If you have any enquiries about RAF, contact the Funding & Development Manager at Regional Arts NSW.

Phone: 02 9270 2500

Email: funding@regionalartsnsw.com.au