Surf Coast artists and creatives can pursue their project ambitions and careers as the DEVELOP program returns for another year.
Applications for Surf Coast Shire Council’s DEVELOP grants funding program will open on January 27 to help support creative exploration by individuals or groups.
Deputy mayor Libby Stapleton said the grants would allow individuals to apply for grants of up to $3000 and not-for-profit creative groups to apply for up to $5000.
“The DEVELOP grants program can help provide impetus for individuals and groups, maybe providing opportunities for taking creative risks or pursuing unique opportunities,” she said.
“We know Surf Coast Shire is already one of Australia’s creative hotspots, but it is important to keep stimulating original and expansive thinking and innovation across the sector.
“We encourage emerging, mid-career and established creatives to consider applying. Working through the submission process can be a great way to help crystallise concepts and ambitions.”
Council Arts Development Team will also run information sessions on January 29 from 10am to 11.30am at Lorne Community Connect and from 3.30pm to 5pm at council’s Torquay building.
Sessions will also be held on February 6 at Winchelsea’s former shire hall from 10am to 11.30am and on February 12 from 2pm to 3pm online via Teams.
“We recommend intending applicants attend one of our information sessions and talk to our Arts Development Team,” Ms Stapleton said.
Bookings for the sessions are essential and can be made at surfcoast.vic.gov.au/DEVELOP
