The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Australia has funding available for eligible cultural projects initiated by Australian artists, groups and organisations.

Through the annual Call for Proposals, eligible applicants can apply for a contribution between $3,000 and $25,000 (AUD). Proposals are assessed by the embassy's Press and Cultural team. Advice may be sought from Dutch-government peers.

Selected projects must commence before 1 December 2026.

Funding is available for activities including (but not limited to) research-based projects, (research) publications, exhibitions, performances, film/video projects, expert panels, workshops, and conferences.

Expenses eligible for support are travel and accommodation, (art) transport, production costs and PR and communication costs for the Dutch component of the project.

Contributions towards PR/marketing and event documentation (AV, photography) are limited to a maximum of 10% of the total support per proposal.

General Applicant Eligibility:

• Applications can only be submitted by not-for-profit Australian entities registered with an Australian Business number (ABN).
• Applicants are not dependent on the financial contribution from the embassy for their core funding.
• Where possible, the applicant must co-operate with a Dutch project partner (institution or person) based in the Netherlands. The cooperation is based on equality, reciprocity, and respect for ownership.
• If you work with a Dutch partner, your application form must be accompanied by a written confirmation from the Dutch partner(s) confirming that the application has been drawn up in mutual agreeance.
• The requested financial contribution of the embassy should be between $3.000 and $25.000 AUD.
• The contribution from the embassy will not exceed 60% of the total project budget.
• The financial value (or a fair estimate) of any in-kind contributions (such as expertise, equipment, office space and PR) may be included.
• You cannot apply for funding if you have any outstanding or unacquitted funding from the embassy.

• Website: https://www.netherlandsandyou.nl/web/australia/about-us/contact-embassy-canberra