RADF 2026-27 Project & Activity Round 1

The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) is an annual partnership between the Queensland Government and Redland City Council.

Funding is available up to $10,000. 

RADF promotes the role and value of arts, culture and heritage as key drivers of diverse and inclusive communities and strong regions. RADF invests in local arts and cultural priorities, as determined by local communities, across Queensland. RADF is a flexible fund, enabling local councils to tailor RADF programs to suit the needs of their communities.

We recommend that, prior to applying, you contact Redland City Council’s Creative Arts or Community Grants Team to discuss eligibility requirements and scope of the project within the grant category.

You can contact the Community Grants Team by telephone on (07) 3829 8999 or email to grants@redland.qld.gov.au 

When you apply for a grant, you're committing to deliver the project as outlined in your application. This includes using the funds responsibly, meeting agreed timelines, and submitting any required reports or updates. It’s important to ensure your organisation is ready to manage the grant if successful.

All applications:

• will be assessed based on the quality, clarity, and relevance of the information provided, and how effectively it addresses the assessment criteria for the funding round
• must be complete and include all requested information
• will be assessed using only the information submitted within this application
• are considered through a competitive process and are subject to the total funding available 
• will have their outcome formally notified in writing

Redland City Council uses personal information to deliver its functions and services. Council will only use personal information you have provided for the purpose of processing this application and for remaining in contact with you. Council is authorised to collect this information in accordance with the Information Privacy Act 2009 and other local government acts. Your personal information is only accessed by persons authorised to do so. Your personal information is dealt with in accordance with Council’s Privacy Policy.

Please note the information provided in this application and in related documentation and discussions may be provided to members of the RADF Assessment Panel in order to assist Council in assessing your application.

By submitting this application you consent to Council publishing your name, the project name, project description and Council’s funding contribution. We may also use your details for promoting Council’s funding program.

All successful grant recipients are required to acknowledge Redland City Council for the funding and any agreed benefits, in accordance with the requirements outlined in the funding agreement. This acknowledgement must refer to Redland City Council as an organisation, not individual staff members.

All eligibility requirements are listed on the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) webpage. Before proceeding, please read this information and ensure that you meet all eligibility requirements and understand your requirements and responsibilities as an applicant. Failure to meet all of these eligibility requirements will render you ineligible to apply for this funding.