October 3rd, 2024More funding now available for multicultural festivals and events

The state government is supporting Victoria’s vibrant calendar of multicultural festivals and events, with more funding now available through the Multicultural Festivals and Events Program (MFE).

Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ingrid Stitt in recent days announced that grants of up to $50,000 are available through a new round of the MFE Program and Regional Multicultural Festivals and Events Fund to host festivals and events that promote and celebrate cultural diversity.

Applications in this round will support festivals and events held between 1 January 2025 and 30 June 2025.

Previous recipients include Africare Community Services for the AfriVibes in Wodonga Festival 2024, a celebration of art, craft, food and performance held in August.

The Australia Mission of Sai Inc. received funding for the inaugural Kingston Diwali, and the Chinese Alliance of Australia also received funding for the Moon Festival 2024 Celebration.

Applications are now open and close on 25 October 2024, with submissions from rural and regional communities, and new and emerging communities with recent humanitarian needs prioritised.

Mary-Anne Thomas, Member for Macedon: “I encourage all local multicultural groups, who hold festivals to celebrate their culture and traditions, to apply.

“Diversity is what makes regional Victoria such a thriving place to live and visit.”

Minister for Multicultural Affairs Ingrid Stitt: “We’re continuing to back our diverse communities with funding for multicultural events and festivals – bringing Victorians together to share their traditions and celebrations across the state.”

For more information or to submit an application, visit vic.gov.au/multicultural-festivals-and-events-program.