RAF: TAS Quick Response Funding Program in Australia

The Regional Arts Fund (RAF) offers Quick Response Grants through the Regional Arts Program Administrator for Tasmania for the TAS 2026-09 round. This opportunity supports professional development for artists and arts workers and small, short-notice arts activities that meet urgent timing needs. Submissions close at midnight (end of day) 30 September 2026 (AEST). Opportunity at a Glance

- Funding program: Regional Arts Fund (RAF) — Quick Response Grants

- Opportunity/round name: RAF: TAS 2026-09 Quick Response Grants

- Funding provider / administrator: Regional Arts Program Administrator for the relevant state or territory (Tasmania for this round)

- Eligible location: Applicants must be located in non-metropolitan locations (see eligibility for the Modified Monash Model below)

- What the grant supports: Professional development or small activity opportunities for urgent needs

- When activities must occur: Within 2–12 weeks from the closing date of this grant round

- Priority timing (if applicable): Activities with a critical start date within 2–6 weeks from the closing date are prioritised

- Deadline: 30 September 2026 at 12:00am (midnight), end of day (AEST)

- Application platform: SmartyGrants (submission via the round form)

Note: The source does not specify the total funding pool amount or the award amount per recipient.

About the Opportunity

The Regional Arts Fund (RAF) Quick Response Grants are designed to address immediate need where an activity cannot be planned for or supported in other funding rounds. The round supports short-notice opportunities such as professional and skills development for artists and arts workers, as well as small arts activity opportunities. A key requirement is that the proposed activity must be deliverable on an expedited timeline—running shortly after the grant round closes. Funding and Benefits This opportunity provides grant support for: - Professional development opportunities for artists and arts workers - Small activity opportunities that address urgent, short-notice needs

Activity timing requirement:

- The activity must take place within 2–12 weeks from the closing date of the grant round. - Activities with a critical start date within 2–6 weeks from the closing date will be prioritised.

Not specified in the source: grant values, expenditure caps, allowable cost types, or whether costs must be matched by the applicant.

Who Is Eligible? To be eligible for a RAF Quick Response Grant, you must meet the eligibility conditions below.

1) Location eligibility

- Organisations or individuals based in metropolitan locations are not eligible to apply. - Metropolitan organisations/individuals may partner with a regional organisation/community to deliver the project—however, the regional organisation/community should submit the application. The RAF uses the Modified Monash Model to assess remoteness classification: - Applicants are eligible if their location codes are MM 2 to MM 7. - Schools are only eligible if located in very remote areas (MM 7). How to check location eligibility (as described in the source): - Visit the Modified Monash Model tool at:

https: //www.health.gov.au/resources/apps-and-tools/health-workforce-locator

- Enter your Primary Address (must be a physical address, not a PO Box). - Tick Modified Monash Model and select the most recent year. - Press Search location.

- Eligibility: MM 2 to MM 7 (and schools only at MM 7).

2) Applicant type eligibility

You must be one of the following: - An individual - An Australian incorporated organisation - A company limited by guarantee - A local government organisation

You must also have:

- An active Australian Business Number (ABN) that is registered to your name and location.

Additional eligibility notes:

- Unincorporated groups are eligible if auspiced by an organisation that meets the criteria above. - Individuals without an active ABN are not eligible to apply. - Individuals under 18 years of age are eligible if auspiced by an individual over 18 who has an active ABN. - Schools are only eligible if located in MM 7 (very remote areas).

3) ABN and application jurisdiction

- Your ABN (supplied) must match your name and current address. - You may only apply for funding from the Regional Arts Program Administrator that represents the state or territory that your ABN is registered in. - If you need assistance, the source directs applicants to contact the relevant state/territory administrator. Eligible Activities or Priority Areas

Quick Response Grants fund:

- Professional development opportunities for artists and arts workers - Small activity opportunities where the need is urgent and short-notice Timing requirement (critical for eligibility): - The activity must occur within 2–12 weeks from the closing date of this grant round. - Priority is given to activities with a critical start date within 2–6 weeks from the closing date. Why This Opportunity Matters For eligible artists, arts workers, and regional organisations, RAF Quick Response Grants provide a pathway to secure support for short-notice professional development and small arts activities when there is an urgent need. The program’s emphasis on activities delivered soon after the round closes helps applicants respond to time-sensitive opportunities that may not fit standard funding cycles. How to Apply - Access the application form for RAF: TAS 2026-09 Quick Response Grants on SmartyGrants. The source indicates submissions are accepted and provides the round page name, but it does not include a direct “Apply” URL. - Complete the eligibility checks described in the form guidance: - Confirm your location is eligible under the Modified Monash Model (MM 2–MM 7). - Confirm your applicant type and active ABN requirements. - Ensure your activity can take place within 2–12 weeks from the round closing date (and note the 2–6 week priority window).

- Submit before the deadline: 30 September 2026 at midnight (end of day), AEST.

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