In particular, it is aimed at the continued advancement of artistic excellence in creative production and development of new South African work, professional development and training for the young.
Open for applications on an ongoing basis, the ACT Development Programme makes once-off grants up to a maximum of R50,000 available for disbursement. In support of the development of new South African work, the development of arts professionals and projects involved in arts training for the young, individual artists, arts and culture organisations and small creative businesses are invited to submit applications for funding.
To encourage growth and innovation within the arts and culture sector, all expressions of art including, but not limited to, literature, theatre, dance, craft, music, new media and visual art projects across South Africa will be considered for support. The current funding cycle come to a close on 30 September, with the outcome available on 13 November.
The next funding cycle closes on 31 January 2014, and the outcome will be available by the 15 March 2014.
For more information on the ACT Development Programme or to submit an online application, go to www.act.org.za.
