Event Support Grants now open with expanded eligibility criteria.
The Victorian government has listened to feedback, including from Ausdance VIC, and made changes to open up the criteria for the program. We hope many more in the dance sector will now be able to access this support.
Presenters can apply for up to 12,000 for 2 events and Suppliers up to $4,000 for up to 20 events. Applications close on 8 September.
Key changes for Suppliers (Performers, crew etc) include:
- You can now apply for $200 or $500 per show, depending on the losses or unrecoverable costs
- The event must be for an audience of at least 75 people or, in the case of a performance that is repeated across multiple days or a season at the same location, a minimum audience of 200.
- You can apply for eligible interstate events
Eligibility criteria include: ABN registered in Victoria but DO NOT need to be GST registered. ANZSIC codes 9001, 9002, and 9003 are included.
FAQ’s and apply: https://business.vic.gov.au/grants-and-programs/victorian-events-support-package/live-performance-support-program-suppliers-round-two/faqs
Key Changes for Presenters (Companies, studios, producers) include:
- ANZSIC codes are no longer required.
- The event must be for an audience of at least 75 people or, in the case of a performance that is repeated across multiple days or a season at the same location, a minimum audience of 200.
- Dates have been extended in line with the extended restrictions period.
- Applicants can apply for two events instead of one.
- Applicants can receive a maximum of $12,000 across the two rounds of the program.
Eligibility criteria include: must have incurred losses or unrecoverable costs due to lockdown or restrictions, GST registration or NFP status.
FAQ’s and apply: https://business.vic.gov.au/grants-and-programs/victorian-events-support-package/live-performance-support-program-suppliers-round-two/faqs
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