Cumberland City Council recognises the power of festivals and events in bringing people together, celebrating diversity, and strengthening community connections.
The Event Support Grant provides financial support for one-off events that foster social cohesion and community participation, ensuring all residents have equal opportunities to engage and connect.
This program aligns with the Cumberland Cultural Plan 2019–2029, supporting events that celebrate the area’s rich cultural heritage while promoting inclusive participation across diverse communities.
Available Funding: The program offers funding of up to $15,000 per applicant.
Co-investment requirement: Applicants must demonstrate match-funding (25%), which can include in-kind support.
Event Support Grant Guidelines (PDF, 88KB)
Risk Assessment Template (DOCX, 258KB)
Event Planning Checklist (DOCX, 274KB)