IMPORTANT: Please read information below to assist you in completing your application online.
Welcome to the Creative Spaces online grant application service, powered by SmartyGrants.
You may begin anywhere in this application form. Please ensure you save as you go.
If you are a first time user to the City of Melbourne's SmartyGrants portal, you will need to register as a new user.
For queries about the guidelines, deadlines, or questions in the form, please contact Creative Spaces on (03) 9658 7267 or creativespaces@melbourne.vic.gov.au
Click here to view the application guidelines.
If you need more help using this form, download the Help Guide for Applicants or check out Applicant Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Application support
Artists who have specific needs or require additional support to complete and submit an application (which could involve using an alternative format) can seek assistance in the following ways:
Deaf and Disabled artists
Applicants can contact Arts Access Victoria (AAV) for resources and support. Contact info@artsaccess.com.au or phone (03) 8640 6001.
If you are deaf, hearing-impaired, or speech-impaired, contact us via the National Relay Service 133 677 (ask for 03 9658 9658) or email creativespaces@melbourne.vic.gov.au
Artists from culturally diverse backgrounds
Applicants can contact Multicultural Arts Victoria (MAV) for resources and support. Contact office@multiculturalarts.com.au
Our multilingual information telephone service provides access to translators and information in different languages.
Technical assistance
Refer to the SmartyGrants Help Guide for technical assistance. The SmartyGrants support desk is open 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday. Contact service@smartygrants.com.au or 03 9320 6888.
Please contact creativespaces@melbourne.vic.gov.au or on 03 9658 9893 with any concerns or queries you may have regarding the application process.
