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Annual Giving
$25K
Grant Range
$1K – $100K
Programs
1 (1 open)

Tips for Applicants

The foundation actively supports initiatives that cultivate regional artists, enhance arts access for people across regional South Australia, and foster engagement among young people and First Nations communities. Prospective applicants should highlight how their projects align with these priorities, demonstrating specific engagement with particular regional communities and diverse populations. Strong proposals might focus on supporting workshops for regional children, contributing to the First Nations Program, or facilitating access to performances for individuals who would otherwise be unable to attend.

Giving Philosophy

The foundation operates with the belief that the arts generate extensive benefits across South Australian communities, enriching lives and providing vital cultural contributions. Its philanthropic approach is centred on making arts accessible to all South Australians, irrespective of their location, nurturing emerging regional artists, facilitating attendance at shows for those facing barriers, and engaging young people through workshops with working artists. A core commitment involves elevating regional Aboriginal Elders, artists, and communities, and allowing regional South Australians to lead and inform their initiatives.

Notable Grants

Mentorship Award 2024 recipient Samuel Halleday (in collaboration with St Martins Lutheran College)

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$75K
$18K$118K$118K
FY2022
$4K
$184K$157K$157K
FY2021
$11K$11K$11K
3yr total$79KSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Programs & Opportunities (1)

1 open · sorted by deadline · last checked 3 March 2026 (73 days ago)

Country Arts Foundation Mentorship Award

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A new program launched at the end of 2024 in collaboration with St Martins Lutheran College, which supports the professional development of a student from the school with a passion for the arts through experiences at the Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre and tailored opportunities.

Grants in Database (1)

Focus Areas

artsindigenous
Geographic
AU-SA
Recipients
communityyouthrural remoteindigenous

Board & Leadership

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Jack Ritchie
director
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Data Sources

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Foundation profile updated: 15 March 2026 (60 days ago)
Grant/program scan updated: 3 March 2026 (73 days ago)
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Added: 27 February 2026 (77 days ago)
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