The Upper Lachlan Cultural Activity Funding Program is a small grants program delivered by the Upper Lachlan Shire Council. The aim of the program is to support new initiatives in the Upper Lachlan local government area through small grants which:
• Assist locally determined community cultural activities;
• Increase opportunities for Upper Lachlan based groups to access a diverse range of arts and / or cultural programs;
• Enable communities to explore and express their cultural identities;
• Bring social and economic benefits to the community through, training, employment and promotional opportunities; and
• Lead to greater awareness and appreciation of cultural diversity.
Funding is to assist communities establish new initiatives. A limited number of small grants up to $1000 are available primarily for wages/fees, travel, accommodation and materials. Some other costs associated with the project may be included but artist’s fees and expenses are the main focus of the program.
Project must take place between 1st July 2021 and 30th June 2022.