Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Grants - Professional Development SA

About this grant

This program provides artists and art workers with funding to help them undertake skills development and training that is relevant to their arts practice or professional practice as an arts or cultural worker.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Be an aboriginal or torres strait islander
• Be a professional practising artist or arts worker/cultural worker
• Live in south australia 6 months or more per year.
• Arts and cultural organisations and aboriginal arts centres may submit and/or auspice grants on behalf of individual aboriginal and torres strait islander artists and arts and cultural workers.
• High quality internships for wa food and beverage sector businesses
• Funding to activate residential housing projects
• Tax deductions for employees to buy, rent and maintain their non-compulsory uniform

What the funding covers

• Funding of up to $10K.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-grants-professional-development-sa for application details

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