Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF)

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

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.

RADF Objectives

Redland City Council RADF supports arts and cultural activities that:

• Encourage creative and skills development within the arts and cultural life of Redlands Coast.
• Encourage partnerships and cultural innovations within the arts and cultural life of Redlands Coast.
• Support and nurture arts practices and development of local artists and foster a thriving creative community.
• Build local cultural capacity, sustainability, and community pride.
• Elevate First Nations creators and audiences.
• Encourage all creatives and artists to foster an engaged and creative community across all art forms.
• Support a robust living culture in Redlands Coast.
• Provide public value for Queensland communities.

For further Queensland Government arts and cultural programs and opportunities please visit Arts Queensland.

Strategic Goals

RADF is aimed at the development of emerging and established artists, creative practitioners, and producers. Funding is awarded to projects that align with Redland City Council’s Corporate Plan Our Future Redlands: A Corporate Plan to 2026 and Beyond and the Creative Arts Service Strategic Plan 2024-2029 priorities:

• Engagement
• Partnerships
• Spaces
• Sustainability

How can I apply?

• Applications must be completed via Council’s online portal SmartyGrants.
• Please ensure you have read the Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Information Kit [PDF 379.23 KB] prior to starting your application.