Adelaide Fringe Reveals $1 Million in Grant Allocations
The 2025 Fringe Fund is handing out 200 grants totalling just over $1,000,000.
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The Adelaide Fringe is giving back to the local arts community in a big way, awarding financial support to a wide range of artists, producers, and venues through the 2025 Fringe Fund.
A whopping 200 grants have been approved, totalling more than $1 million in critical financial support for local creators and businesses involved in next year’s Adelaide Fringe Festival. The money is to be used to help plan, construct and market shows and events during the 2025 Fringe Festival.
The grants have been approved by the Adelaide Fringe Fund, which is part of Arts Unlimted (Adelaide Fringe’s foundation), and the Government of South Australia for a diverse range of creatives including First Nations, LGBTQIA+ and artists with a lived experience of disability.
49% of grants have been awarded to emerging artists who have been working in the arts for less than five years, showcasing the Adelaide Fringe’s commitment to ensuring the growth of young artists. The festival also continues to strive to be a safe and inclusive space where local talent can begin their career in the arts.
Heather Croall AM, Director and CEO of Adelaide Fringe, said, "These grants are about empowering artists and creating an environment where new ideas thrive. Our focus has always been on providing opportunities for emerging and diverse talent, ensuring Adelaide Fringe remains a world-class platform for creativity and inclusivity. The financial pressure one of these grants relieves from the costs of putting on a show is often the reason many of these artists are able to participate in Fringe."
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Along with help from the government, Adelaide Fringe is thankful for the support from key partners Novatech Creative Event Technology and Lumo Energy.
Recipients of the Novatech Arts Innovation Fund are Fool’s Paradise, Multicultural Comedy Hub - Ibis Hotel, The Warehouse Theatre, The GC Grand Central at The Arts Theatre, and Nineteen Ten.
Ashley Gabriel, Director of Sales & Marketing at Novatech said, “The Novatech Arts Innovation Fund is all about pushing boundaries and providing artists and venues with the tools they need to deliver big ideas! We’re excited to see how this year’s grant recipients will leverage our support to bring their innovative ideas to life and contribute to the diverse landscape of Adelaide Fringe.”
Recipients of the Lumo Energy Venue Grants are Holden Street Theatres, Nexus Arts Venue, Prompt Creative Centre, and The Jade.
David Holman, General Manager, Lumo Energy said, “At Lumo Energy, we believe in empowering venues to create inclusive and sustainable experiences. The Lumo Energy Venue Grants allow independent venues to overcome operational challenges, allowing them to deliver exceptional experiences during Adelaide Fringe. We’re proud to play a role in supporting these spaces and helping make the festival more accessible and sustainable for everyone.”
You can find the full list of grant recipients here and keep up-to-date with everything that’s happening via the Adelaide Fringe website.
