Celebrating excellence and opportunity, this inaugural First Nations cash prize supports an early career artist to realise a project or develop their practice.
The First Nations Award is presented by Helpmann Academy and made possible through the generous support of SA Power Networks.
This $5,000 cash award will enable a First Nations artist (individual or group) in their first 5 years out of graduation to focus on their creative practice. The award acknowledges the artist’s early career achievements and recognises their potential.
Applicants are encouraged to propose a project or creative development that the $5,000 prize can assist in realising. The funds may purchase essential services and materials or pay for immediate costs. You may be developing small projects, building digital skills or developing your audience. It may be to support you to continue your creative practice.
The First Nations Award support opportunities such as:
- The creation or realisation of new work
- Research and development of new ideas
- Developing new skills
- A creative or business mentorship
- Professional development programs
View the Information for Applicants to read the application questions and further information. Interested applicants are encouraged to get in touch to discuss how we can help with your application. To book a 30-minute consult, please use our online booking form or call us on (08) 7089 0720.
KEY DATES
Applications open on Monday 12 May 2025
Applications closed on Sunday 29 June 2025 at 11:59pm
For activity occurring between July 2025 and December 2025
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact Helpmann Academy (08) 7089 0720 / info@helpmannacademy.com.au
AWARD PARTNER
The Helpmann Academy First Nations Award is proudly supported by SA Power Networks, a Major Partner of the Helpmann Academy.
Images: Dem Mob performing with Jazzmeia Horn at the Helpmann Academy Night of Jazz. Recipients of the Elise Ross Regional Award. Photography: Sam Roberts.