Country Arts Support Program (CASP) - 2026

The Country Arts Support Program (CASP) is an annual small grants program by Arts North West and funded by Create NSW. Grants of up to $3,000 are available to support not-for-profit organisations, local councils and eligible community groups to deliver locally driven arts and cultural projects across the New England North West.

CASP invests in projects that strengthen community participation, celebrate local identity and culture, engage professional artists, and create meaningful social, cultural and economic outcomes for regional communities.

Projects may include workshops, artist residencies, exhibitions, performances, public art, festivals with a strong arts component and other community-led creative initiatives.

The program is delivered through Regional Arts Development Organisations (RADOs) on behalf of Create NSW. Before applying, all applicants must discuss their project with an Arts North West staff member and read the Applicant Guidelines to ensure their project meets the eligibility requirements.