Creative Australia Storytelling and Recording: First Nations Project Fund 2026

🌟 About the Fund

The Storytelling and Recording – First Nations Project Fund aims to strengthen First Nations media, storytelling, and recording initiatives. This program supports community-driven projects that:

• Preserve culture
• Share knowledge
• Engage audiences through diverse media platforms

💰 Benefits

• Grants range from $10,000 to $50,000 per project.
• Support includes:
  • Production, training, and skill-building
  • Funding guidance for quality and sustainability

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Who is Eligible?

Eligible applicants include:

• First Nations individuals working in media, storytelling, or cultural documentation.
• First Nations organisations involved in community-led media and creative projects.

Cultural and Intellectual Property Protocols

All projects must adhere to First Nations Cultural and Intellectual Property protocols, including:

• Consultation and informed consent.
• Respectful handling and sharing of community knowledge.
• Benefit-sharing arrangements with participating communities.

📝 Application Process

1. Develop Your Project Proposal: Identify a project that preserves culture, strengthens media skills, or amplifies First Nations voices.
2. Define Scope and Budget: Ensure funding requests align with the $10,000–$50,000 range.
3. Submit Application: Include project objectives, timelines (June 2026–June 2027), and community engagement plans.
4. Cultural Protocols: Demonstrate adherence to First Nations consultation, consent, and IP protocols.
5. Review and Funding Decision: Applications are assessed based on:
   • Cultural impact
   • Feasibility
   • Skills development
   • Sustainability
6. Project Implementation: Complete activities within 12 months while following guidance provided by Creative Australia.

📅 Application Deadline

09 February, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

• View details of the Creative Australia Storytelling and Recording: First Nations Project Fund.
• Apply via the Creative Australia Application Portal.

• Grants range from $10,000 to $50,000 per project.
• Applicants may receive support for production, training, and skill-building, alongside funding guidance for quality and sustainability.