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Discover the grant and fellowship opportunities the Trust offers to support emerging and early mid-career Australian artists.

Bridget O'Donnell in rehearsal with Leslie Howard for a broadcast performance from Australia House, London.

The Ian Potter Cultural Trust provides grant and fellowship opportunities to support the diversity and excellence of Australia's artists.

Creative Fellowships

In 2024, the Trust joined the Sidney Myer Fund in supporting early mid-career Australian artists, creatives, and cultural leaders through its Creative Fellowship program. The Trust awards two Ian Potter Creative Fellowships annually; the Fellows will receive unrestricted grants of $200,000 over two years.

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Emerging Artist Grants

The Trust offers grants of up to $15,000 to support emerging and early-career artists, practising in all art forms and disciplines, to take up structured professional development and networking opportunities, usually overseas.

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Emerging Performers Fellowships

In partnership with the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM), the Trust offers Fellowships ($100,000 over two years) to support outstanding ANAM alumni who are committed to establishing an independent performance practice. Fellows receive financial support from the Trust and mentorship support from ANAM to assist them in developing a sustained practice.

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