Campaspe Shire Council is excited to announce the launch of the SPARK – Arts & Cultural Grants Program, aimed at supporting creative projects, practices, and new ideas within our community. This initiative reflects Council's commitment to investing in our local creative sector and recognising the value and role arts and culture play in building social connection, community wellbeing, and economic vitality.
The SPARK – Arts & Cultural Grants Program invites individual artists, creatives, cultural practitioners, arts groups, or community organisations to apply for grant funding. The total funding pool of $60,000 is available to support local creatives, contribute to the diversity and vitality of creative activity, and encourage active participation in arts and culture across Campaspe's nine communities of priority.
Campaspe Shire Mayor Daniel Mackrell expressed his excitement for the program which aims to foster a vibrant and dynamic arts community in Campaspe.
"By supporting local creatives, we aim to strengthen our identity as a creative shire and enhance the cultural fabric of our region.
"We are proud to introduce this new offering into our range of grant programs," he said.
Applications for the SPARK – Arts & Cultural Grants Program open on Friday, 17 January 2025, and close on Friday, 21 February 2025. Projects can commence from Monday, 14 April 2025, and must be completed by Friday, 12 December 2025.
Mayor Mackrell added, "I encourage all eligible artists and organisations who are interested in applying for this fantastic opportunity to contact our Arts & Culture Team to discuss their ideas.
"The SPARK program is designed to support a wide range of creative endeavours, and we look forward to seeing the innovative projects that will emerge from this initiative."
