Let me help you create clear, professional and airtight grant applications. Money money money is coming your way!

 

• Spend more time on your art

• Get clarity and vision for your project

• Secure that well deserved funding!

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You focus on the art, I handle the paperwork. Together, we put forward the strongest possible application. I can help save you time, sharpen your ideas and message, and improve your chances of securing funding. I know how to frame your creative ideas in ways that assessors understand. I help cut through jargon and highlight what makes your project compelling. I help shape the “narrative” of your project so it reads clearly, strategically and makes the assessors yell out “give them money now!”. I also keep track of deadlines, guidelines, budgets and required attachments so nothing gets missed. Arts grant guidelines are often specific and technical. I can interpret and respond to them for you.​​

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I take the stress off your shoulders! I have several years experience writing grants, both for other organisations, individuals and for myself, so I have a good grasp on writing for different entities, purposes and types of funding. In my time working for organisations, I’ve written successful applications for high level grants, such as the Queensland Arts Showcase Program and Arts Queensland’s Organisations Fund, and am a current grant assessor for Regional Arts Australia (meaning I can speak from experience as to what assessors look for). I know that grants can be confusing and stressful (believe me, I do!), and that’s why I bring a friendly, joyful and supportive energy, plus a strong level of know-how and attention to detail.

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I am an artist myself so I understand the creative process and where you are coming from. I have several years experience as an independent theatre producer and director. I’ve been involved in projects involving new work, diverse artists, d/Deaf and disability arts, activating local places and spaces, cross-disciplinary work, dance and musical theatre. I’ve produced work with Brisbane Powerhouse, Wynnum Fringe Festival, Anywhere Festival, Moreton Bay Regional Council, Melbourne’s Shrine of Remembrance, Blue Roo Theatre Company, and PIP Theatre, to name a few.

 

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Creative Sparks, Brisbane City Council; Arts Queensland grants; Arts Projects for Individuals and Groups, Creative Australia; Regional Arts Development Fund; Lord Mayor’s Community Fund; Various local council grants.

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I can apply my skills/knowledge to any Australian grant, but my confidence areas are Queensland wide, mainly Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, South East Queensland.

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I can apply my skills/knowledge to any creative or performing arts grant, but my areas of confidence are: Theatre, Community Arts, New and Devised Work, Regional based Arts, d/Deaf and Disability Arts.

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I am based between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. I get around fairly regularly, so I can meet you in person. Otherwise, phone call and video chats are great (also more environmentally friendly too!)​

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I make sure that I have full and comprehensive knowledge of the grant you are applying for. That way, I can give informed and accurate advice to give you the best advantage. This includes: specific criteria, budget details, grant target areas, required support material, relevant government legislation and reports, award rates and minimums, background on the organisation and their priorities, and all the other fun, exciting things...!

 

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Sometimes, all you need is a sounding board and someone to point you in the right direction. As a grant consultant, I can be flexible to your needs, including but not limited to:

 

• Planning stage advice and strategy

• Proofreading and feedback on grant submissions

• Basic research and fact-finding

• Regular check ins for questions and addressing issues you might need help with

 

How much? Minimum would be around $90 per grant submission, depending on what you need. I am flexible to your budget so let's chat.​

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This is my specialty! If grants go over your head, I can create your entire submission, in collaboration with you. This includes:

 

• Planning stage advice and strategy

• Writing answers to grant questions

• Creating and gathering support material, such as letters of support and confirmation

• Managing the budget

• Creating required paperwork, such as evaluation plans and risk assessments

• Making inquiries on your behalf, such as contacting project partners and involved artists

• Entering the information into the specific online grant system (eg. SmartyGrants)

• Comprehensive grant management

• Ensuring your application addresses every requisite to a professional standard

• Regular checks in together

 

I take great care and scrutiny to ensure the grant is within your project vision. I check in regularly to update you on my progress and keep you informed on absolutely everything. You will always have 24/7 access to see the work I am doing.

 

How much? Minimum would be around $250 per grant submission, depending on what you need. I can be flexible to your budget so let's discuss.​​​​​​