Open Call: Business Event Sponsorship Program (Australia)
Issued by City of Melbourne · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls
- Published
- 6 Oct 2026
- Closes
- 20 Oct 2026
- Reference
- open-call-business-event-sponsorship-program-australia
- Location
- Australia
At a glance
City of Melbourne in Australia has published a funding call: “Open Call: Business Event Sponsorship Program (Australia)”. Submissions close on 20 October 2026, 14 days from today. Quote reference open-call-business-event-sponsorship-program-australia in any correspondence with the buyer. FreeTender has recorded 2 notices from this buyer since 2026, 2 of them currently open. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.
Details
The Quick Response Arts Grants, offered by the City of Melbourne, provide vital support for individual artists and small arts organizations to continue their creative projects. These grants offer financial assistance to help artists adapt to challenges and maintain their artistic endeavors. Applications are currently open, so eligible artists are encouraged to apply soon. The Quick Response Arts Grants aim to support the artistic community in Melbourne by offering quick financial assistance. This initiative is designed to help artists and small arts organizations address urgent needs, allowing them to continue their creative work and contribute to the vibrant cultural scene in Melbourne. The grants provide financial assistance to support various artistic projects. The exact funding amount available per recipient is not specified, but the grants are intended to cover immediate needs that enable artists to sustain their creative practices. The Quick Response Arts Grants provide crucial support to artists facing unexpected challenges, enabling them to continue their contributions to Melbourne’s cultural life. This grant helps sustain artistic practices and supports the city’s commitment to a thriving arts scene. Who can apply for the Quick Response Arts Grants? Individual artists and small arts organizations based in Melbourne are eligible to apply. What is the maximum funding amount available? The specific amount available per recipient is not specified in the source. Is there a deadline for applications? The deadline for applications is October 20, 2026. What types of projects are prioritized? Projects that require immediate funding to adapt or continue and that contribute to Melbourne’s cultural landscape are prioritized. How do I submit my application? Applications must be submitted online via the official City of Melbourne website, where detailed instructions are provided. Interested and eligible artists should review the official guidelines on the City of Melbourne’s Quick Response Arts Grants page. Ensure all application components are complete and submit your proposal through the specified online portal.
Context for bidders
We hold 2 notices from City of Melbourne, going back to October 2026 — 2 of them still open. This one closes in 14 days.
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