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The ACF is a fundraising platform for Australian artists. Get in touch with our team to find out more about how the ACF can work for you.

The ACF is an online fundraising platform for Australian artists, and it’s a little different from other fundraising platforms. It’s dedicated solely to Australian artists, across all art forms; it offers tax deductibility for donors and it comes with access to expert fundraising advice. You aren’t required to offer rewards, so you can focus on campaigning; and it's not all-or-nothing, so you can fund your project even if you don't reach your target. What’s more, the ACF is government backed and has been around since 2003, so it knows what it's doing and does it well. Simply register online, set up your project page and you’ll be generating donations in no time!

26/10/2026

💡 Could impact investment be part of your organisation’s future?

The Impact Investment Readiness Program is a free 14-week online program supporting creative and cultural organisations to strengthen their foundations, build long-term sustainability and explore impact investment as a potential source of capital.

Expressions of interest close Friday 30 October.

👉 Find out more and express your interest via the link in bio.

Image: Cahli Blakers (Teenage Joans, credit - Will Johnston

16/10/2026

Final call for ACF Boost!
You could receive $5,000 in matched funding to help take your ACF fundraising campaign further.

⏰ Applications close Monday 19 October at 12pm.
More details via the link in bio.

Image: MR BIG, Dax Carnay-Hanrahan - photo by George Jefford

15/10/2026

One week until AusArt Day! Let’s Make Art Happen 💪🏽

In preparation for Thursday 22 October:
✅ Save the date✅ Find a project you love✅ Spread the word, comment and share

Explore the full project gallery to find your favourite project on our website – ausartday.gov.au

Image Credit: Mark Gambino

09/10/2026

A little 'boost' can go a long way! TILDE raised $6,000 through the ACF + received $5,000 in matched funding as a 2026 ACF Boost recipient.

Applications for ACF Boost are open now, with up to $5,000 in matched funding available.

Applications close 19 October.
More info via the link in bio.

07/10/2026

Are you ready for Impact Investing?

Creative Australia’s Impact Investment Readiness Program, delivered in partnership with Sefa, will support a cohort of arts and cultural organisations to better understand impact investment, assess their readiness for repayable finance, and develop practical pathways towards becoming investment-ready.

Interested in learning more? Join the online information session:
📅 Monday 12 October, 12–1pm AEDT
Register via the link in our bio.

Image: The Hum feat. artists of The Australian Ballet and artists of Australian Dance Theatre. Photo: Daniel Boud

30/09/2026

Looking for a fundraising boost for your next creative project?
Applications for ACF Boost are now open. Successful applicants receive up to $5,000 in matched funding to leverage donations raised through their Australian Cultural Fund campaign.

Applications close Monday 19 October
For more info see link in bio.

Image: Poppy Mee at The Mill, Neasan

24/09/2026

Looking for a fundraising boost for your next creative project?

In 2026, Orchestra Legato smashed their fundraising goal and received an additional $5,000 in matched funding through ACF Boost.

Beyond the funds raised, ACF Boost helped the organisation build fundraising skills and strengthen connections with its community.

ACF Boost 2027 applications are now open and close 19 October.
Learn more via the link in bio.

21/09/2026

💥Apply for a $5,000 boost to your fundraising!
ACF Boost is back for 2027, helping independent artists, collectives and arts organisations amplify their fundraising efforts. Successful applicants can receive up to $5,000 in matched funding, leveraging donations raised through their Australian Cultural Fund campaign.

Applications open now and close 19 October 2026.
Head to the link in our bio to learn more and apply.

10/09/2026

Want to level up your fundraising skills? 📈
Creative Australia is offering 20 Fundraising Institute Australasia (FIA) Training Scholarships for intermediate and advanced arts fundraisers. Successful applicants will receive access to the FIA National Conference and travel support where required. Applications close 13 October 2026.
Learn more via link in bio.
Image credit: Mark Gambino

24/08/2026

📢 Applications extended to 4 September.
There's still time to apply for the Australian Cultural Fund's Private Sector Engagement Manager role. We're looking for a dynamic relationship-builder to help grow philanthropy and private sector support for the arts.
Head to the link in our bio to learn more and apply.

Address

Level 17, 360 Elizabeth Street
Melbourne, VIC
3000

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://lnk.bio/Avac, http://australianculturalfund.org.au/

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