Boost Your Live Music Venue with the Live Music Events Fund
Are you passionate about bringing incredible live music to your community? The Australian Government's Live Music Events Fund is back for Round 8, offering financial support to small and medium-sized venues dedicated to original Australian music. Let's take a look at this fantastic opportunity.
Understanding the Live Music Australia Program
The Live Music Australia Program is a significant government initiative launched in the 2019-20 Budget to bolster Australia's thriving music scene. Over four years, this program delivers funding through competitive grant rounds. To date, seven rounds have provided $17.5 million to the live music industry, supporting both established venues and exciting music festivals. Round 8 marks the final round of the program and will maintain its focus on supporting ‘brick and mortar’ venues.
Key Points
- Funding Objective: Supports high-quality events featuring original Australian music, building capacity in the live music scene.
- Grant Amounts: Up to $100,000 per project.
- Eligibility: A range of organisations can apply (see the official website for the full list).
- Focus: Small to medium venues promoting a vibrant local music scene with a focus on Australian music.
The Details: Why This Grant Matters
The Live Music Events Fund recognizes the value of live music in our communities. It aims to:
- Expand Performance Opportunities: Help Australian musicians get on stage and connect with audiences.
- Strengthen the Industry: Build sustainable venues that keep the music scene thriving, from sound engineers to backstage crews.
- Grow Audiences and Networks: Create collaborative hubs for fans, artists, and industry professionals to forge strong connections.
Who Can Apply?
If your organization champions local live music and meets the following criteria, this grant might be the perfect fit:
- Possessing an Australian Business Number (ABN)
- Meeting necessary GST registrations
- Types of organizations: Companies, incorporated associations, sole traders, local governments, and more. (Complete list on the official grant website)
How to Use the Funds
Grant money can help venues address a variety of needs, including:
- Staging concerts and festivals
- Upgrading sound and lighting equipment
- Improving accessibility for diverse audiences
- Marketing and promoting live music events
- Collaborations and partnerships within the sector
Make Your Live Music Vision a Reality
Do you dream of vibrant local music scenes filled with enthusiastic audiences and talented artists? This could be your moment to contribute! The Live Music Events Fund – Round 8 has the potential to turn your ambitions into reality.
