ACF Boost 2027

What it is

ACF Boost is an annual matched funding program for independent artists, collectives, and organisations who want to fundraise from private sector support through the Australian Cultural Fund. Successful applicants run a fundraising campaign on the ACF platform, and all funds raised are matched dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000. The project must fall under at least one eligible cultural form including literature, music, performing arts, visual arts, craft, design, film, video, television, radio, community arts, Indigenous arts or languages, or movable cultural heritage.

Who it is for

Australian citizens or permanent residents aged 18 and over who are engaged in arts and cultural activities and have an active ABN or an auspicing body agreement.

Open to artists in Australia.

The call says: “Source page restricts to Australia”

Where

Australia

When

October 19, 2026

Runs February 1, 2027 to April 30, 2027

What you get

Matched funding of up to $5,000 to boost funds raised through a fundraising campaign on the Australian Cultural Fund platform between 1 February 2027 and 30 April 2027.

What you need to apply

• ACF Artist Profile registration (must be registered minimum two business days before deadline)
• ACF Project submission with Boost tickbox checked, including project details, budget, fundraising strategy, and contingency strategy
• Response to: What impact will $5k of matched funds have on your project, artistic practice, and/or fundraising capability?
• Response to: How will you/your team manage your time and resources to deliver the proposed fundraising campaign?

How long it takes

About 4 hours

Medium application. Estimated from the 4 items this application asks for, not from the organisation.

Cost to apply

Free

Apply

https://artists.australianculturalfund.org.au/s/login/