Before you begin your application, we recommend you: 

1. Review our step-by-step guide for grant applicants 
2. Check out our grant application resources 

You must also read the cultural infrastructure webpage and grants guidelines. An Easy Read version of the guidelines is also available.

This will help you confirm your eligibility and understand funding priorities and assessment criteria.

We strongly recommend you contact the creative space planning aid service team at strategy@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or on 02 9265 9626 before starting your grant application.

For projects that need planning approval or certification, or if you’re unsure if approvals are needed, the creative space planning aid service team will arrange a pre-development application (DA) meeting for you.

If you need technical help with the SmartyGrants online form, read the help guide for applicants and applicant frequently asked questions.

We provide further support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and people from diverse cultural and language backgrounds.

If you need support or have questions, contact the grants team at grants@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au or on 02 9265 9333.

To access translating and interpreting services you can get help in your language or call 131 450.