Grant writing for Creatives

Artists: Debby Maziarz

Got a creative idea but not sure how to put it into words? This workshop will guide you through the basics of applying for creative grants—with tips from a practicing artist who knows what it’s like to start from scratch.

You’ll learn how to:

• Find funding opportunities
• Write clear, compelling responses
• Pitch your project with confidence
• Understand grant cycles and criteria
• Build partnerships and budgets
• Choose the right support material

Whether you’re applying for SIGNAL’s Young Creatives Lab or another opportunity, this session will help you take the next step in bringing your ideas to life.

This workshop is suitable for all skill levels with no prior experience needed. Beginners are very welcome!

The workshop will reference the Young Creatives Lab opportunity.

AUSLAN interpretation is available on request. Please let us know when booking if you require this support.

Age: 16 to 25 years

Please ensure you are within this age range.

Accessibility (including allergies)

Signal has two main event spaces. One is on the ground floor with step-free access, and one is on the first floor with both a staircase and a lift. There will be a quiet space available on the day. There may be background music, which can be turned down or off on request, and the lights are dimmable.

Some events might also use the outdoor area for activities or breaks. The concrete ground is mostly even, with a raised platform/bench on one side and a walkway on the other. There’s no shade for most of the day. We can bring out additional chairs. Signal is located between a train line and the Yarra River, and there’s significant background noise when trains are going past.

If you have any questions about accessibility or want to share anything about your access needs (including allergies) beforehand, please email signal@melbourne.vic.gov.au or call 03 9658 7808.

For more detail, visit Signal Access KeyExternal link.

What to expect

• Getting to SIGNAL: Train – Flinders Street Station. Tram – 58 to stop #1 (Flinders St/Queens Bridge St) or 19, 57, 59 to stop #1 (Flinders Street Railway Station/Elizabeth St) or any Swanston Street tram to stop #13 (Federation Square). For a visual guide, please see the Access KeyExternal link.
• Please bring: Some food or money for lunch. There is a water tap, fridge, kettle and microwave that you are welcome to use. If you bring food into the building, we request that it is nut-free.
• Arriving: The front door will open at 10.45am. A staff member with a lanyard will be in the foyer to greet you and tick you off the door list, as well as show you where the kitchen and bathrooms are. They will then direct you to the workshop space.
• In the workshop space: The artist and another staff member will be in the space to greet you. You will be able to take a seat while other participants arrive. The workshop will start when most people have arrived, or at the latest 11.10am. The staff member will then do a general welcome and explain some information specific to the workshop, before introducing the artist.