Community organisations are encouraged to apply for NSW government grants to bring cultural festivals and events to life across the state over the coming year.
In a media release, the NSW government say, ‘Community organisations are invited to apply for their share of the Stronger Together Festival and Event Grants Program, with grants between $5,000 and $20,000 for events and activities that bring people of all backgrounds together to share in the vibrant cultural diversity that defines NSW’.
‘Applications are open for multicultural festivals and events taking place between 1 October 2026 and 30 September 2027.
‘Each year the NSW Government supports hundreds of events that foster inclusion and celebrate diversity through food, music, entertainment and cultural celebrations.
‘The program has previously funded a diverse program of popular events including:
‘Multicultural NSW administers the grants on behalf of the Minns Labor Government and applications close at 4pm, Monday 13 July 2026’.
For more information or to apply, visit https://multicultural.nsw.gov.au/stronger-together-events-festivals/
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