Short Description

First implemented in 2015, the Adelaide Fringe Fund Grants has distributed more than 750 grants since its inception and is responsible for propelling forward artists such as Gravity & Other Myths, Michaela Burger and Casus Circus, venues like Goodwood Theatre and Studios and Rhino Room, and producers such as Peta Spurling Brown and Joanne Hartstone.

Fringe Fund grants are possible thanks to the generous support of the Government of South Australia and Arts Unlimited donors and supporters.

Grants Available 

Get Involved Grants
Open to Australian and International applicants across three categories:

  • Artist, Collective, or Community Group – $5,000.00
  • Producer – $5,000.00 to $7,500.00
  • Venue – $5,000.00

Australian First Nations Grants
Open to Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants across three categories:

  • Artist, Collective, or Community Group – $5,000.00
  • Producer – $5,000.00 to $7,500.00
  • Venue – $5,000.00

Early Career Producer Mentorship
This opportunity offers additional funding of up to $2,500.00 to support mentorship costs.

Eligibility

  • Get Involved Grants – Open to Australian and International artists, collectives, community groups, producers, and venues.
  • Australian First Nations Grants – Open to Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists, collectives, community groups, producers, and venues.
  • Submissions from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged.
  • Applications from South Australian emerging creatives and World Premieres will be prioritised in this funding round.

Early Career Producer Mentorship

Additional funding opportunity open to Emerging and Mid-Career Producers applying for Get Involved and Australian First Nations Grants.

This funding opportunity offers funding of up to $2,500.00 to support mentorship costs. The Early Career Producer Mentorship grant must be applied for in addition to either a Get Involved or Australian First Nations grant and will only be awarded alongside a successful Get Involved or Australian First Nations grant application.

Submission Requirements

  • Team Roles and Biographies – You will need to provide a one-page document listing the key contributors to your show and their roles.
  • Budget – We are looking for evidence that your project has a strong financial plan
  • Marketing Plan – We want to know who the audience of your show is, and what marketing you will use to reach those audiences. 
  • Venue Confirmation or Evidence of Communication with Potential Venues – We will need to see a list of three potential venues and, if possible, correspondence with those you’ve already approached. 

How to Apply

Online Application

Entry Fee

None

Location

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Timeline

  • Application Deadline: 1 August 2025

Website Link: https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringe-fund

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