Council Boosts Arts Funding with $120,000 Contribution
Fraser Coast Regional Council has partnered with Arts Queensland to deliver a significant $120,000 funding boost for the 2024/25 Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) program, demonstrating a strong commitment to nurturing local arts and culture.
Cr Sara Diana Faraj highlighted the importance of this co-investment, which will empower individuals and community groups to advance their professional development, enhance their skills, and engage in high-quality arts and cultural experiences across the Fraser Coast.
“Arts Queensland has contributed $52,250 to the RADF program, with Council adding $67,750, resulting in a generous $120,000 budget for the upcoming year,” she said.
The funding will be available through two key streams:
- Strategic Arts Development Fund: $70,000
- RADF Community Grants Program: $50,000
“The Community Grants Program offers three categories of funding, designed to support individuals, groups, and organisations in accessing professional development opportunities in the arts and engaging the community to participate in high-quality arts and cultural experiences,” Cr Faraj said.
“Applications for the 2024/25 RADF Community Funding Program will open on Monday, September 2, for projects commencing between November 18, 2024, and June 16, 2025.”
Council also recently called for nominations to fill four community positions on the Fraser Coast Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Advisory Committee.
Cr Faraj welcomed Yuen Butler, Greig Bolderrow, Lesley Reid and Hannah Stanton as the four new community members on the Fraser Coast RADF Advisory Committee and thanked outgoing members Nicky Fernandes, Paul Damms, Jillian Thompson and Suzanne Bushell.
The four new committee members join existing community members Cherie Treloar and Kym Walker, and elected representatives Cr Sara Diana Faraj (Chair) and Cr Zane O’Keefe.
For more information about the RADF program and how to apply for funding, visit www.ourfrasercoast.com.au/radf