Key Arts Organisation Annual Funding

Overview / Purpose

The Key Arts Organisation Annual Funding is offered to support key arts organisations to contribute to Northern Territory’s cultural, social and economic development. It aims to support both operational capacities and core program activity. Organisations are offered a contribution towards the expense of delivering an identified and agreed program.

There is no set amount for this fund; however a minimum of 25% of funding and/or income generation from other sources is required.

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Who can apply

Eligible applicants include:
- Not for profit arts organisations.
- Organisations that have formal legal status in the Northern Territory, (an incorporated association or company limited by guarantee).

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Eligible Activities

Eligible activities include those that:
- Encourage community engagement through attendance, participation and appreciation in arts and cultural activities.
- Enhance and promote of the Northern Territory’s distinctive identity locally, nationally and internationally.

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Assessment Criteria

Applications will be assessed against the following criteria:
- Excellent and innovative artistic work.
- Organisations which display strong active leadership within the arts and cultural sector.
- A positive contribution to Government’s cultural, economic and social policies.
- Applicants must demonstrate a satisfactory history of project funding, performance and acquittal.
- A clear sense of direction.
- High standards of artistic achievement.
- Sound management and financial planning.
- Strong governance.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development of the organisation.

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Restrictions

Non arts organisations running arts programs are not eligible for support through this program.

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