Queer Futures Fund - 2026

The Queer Futures Fund is a grant program designed to empower and uplift LGBTQIA+SB young people aged between 18 to 26 years old.

Grants of between $5,000 and $20,000 are available to support arts, culture and community based projects run by LGBTQIA+SB youth for LGBTQIA+SB youth.

The Queer Futures Fund is open to individuals, organisations or groups. Applicants may be emerging artists and performers, community organisers, writers or filmmakers (and so much more). The aim is to support Queer expression in whatever form you imagine, the creation and strengthening of communities and the cultural shifts that occur from each passion project.

Projects must commence between 1 January and 30 June 2027. There's no fixed end date, though most projects are completed within 12 months. They ask that you outline clear milestones so they can see how you plan to get there.

To be eligible for an Queer Futures Fund grant, applicants must:

• 26 years old or younger (18 to 26) by 1st December 2027.

• Identify LGBTQIA+SB

• Based in Australia

• Have an Australian Business Number (ABN)

• Have a Tax File Number (TFN) (if applicant is an individual)

Eligible projects must:

• Commence between 1 January and 30 June 2027

• Be lead by LGBTQIA+SB young people

• Meaningfully engage LBGTQIA+SB community in development or presentation