Stronger Together Festival and Event Grant

Key information

• Apply for $5,000 to $20,000 per event or festival.
• Event or festival must take place between 1 October 2026 and 30 September 2027.
• Applications close at 4pm Monday 13 July 2026.
• Only one round of Festival and Event grants is available for 2026-27.

About the grantsThe Multicultural NSW Stronger Together Festival and Event Grants Program provides funding for multicultural and multifaith community groups to deliver festivals and events that celebrate and embrace our state’s vibrant cultural diversity.In 2026–27, Multicultural NSW will open only one round of the Stronger Together Festival and Event Grant Program for festivals and events held between 1 October 2026 and 30 September 2027.

Who can applyWe are looking for applications from eligible community organisations for festivals and events that:

• promote cross-cultural awareness and understanding
• engage with a broad cross-section of the NSW community
• ensure NSW’s multicultural community can celebrate, preserve and share traditions
• are accessible to the public and are welcoming for everyone in NSW.