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Why give?

  • This is our moment

    South East Queensland is getting ready to step onto the world stage for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Let’s make sure our artists are ready to BRING IT home alongside our athletes.

  • Artists in training

    Just like athletes, artists need coaching, mentoring and specialist resources to reach their peak. Your donation helps get them Olympic-ready.

  • Build our cultural capacity

    Every donation strengthens our region’s creative capacity, helping the Sunshine Coast grow a thriving arts sector that’s bold, connected and globally relevant.

  • Invest in local talent

    Your support helps unlock real-world opportunities that accelerate creative careers, from transformative residencies to professional development programs.

  • Help tell our stories

    Our region is rich with unique stories. We’re supporting artists to tell powerful local stories that resonate across the world. Your donation helps build programs so their voices are heard.

  • Leave a legacy

    This isn’t just about 2032, it’s about creating a lasting cultural legacy for generations to come. Your support today shapes the stories we tell tomorrow.

 FAQs

  • AusArt Day is a national Giving Day for the Arts taking place on Thursday 23 October 2025.

    Designed as a sector-wide fundraising movement, AusArt Day amplifies the valuable contribution of our cultural life and brings together artists, arts organisations and the broader public in a powerful, unified call to action.

    This inaugural event goes beyond traditional fundraising. It's a public celebration of the arts and a bold statement about their vital role in Australian life. AusArt Day aims to amplify the visibility of arts philanthropy across the country, inspiring generosity and support for the creative sector.

    At its core, AusArt Day recognises the essential contributions of artists, educators, performers and creators who shape culture and community through creative expression. It champions those who dedicate their lives to the arts and provides a platform for Australians to give back.

  • Your donation helps SCCA support artists to prepare for the opportunities of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games and beyond. Funds will be used for delivery of professional development of programs through The Refinery platform empowering artists to build sustainable careers and a resilient arts sector that shares local stories, connects globally, and leaves a lasting legacy.

  • Yes! Every donation of $2 or more is tax deductible.

  • There are several meaningful ways to get involved.

    You can donate directly to our BRING IT campaign. Any donation, large or small, is game-changing.

    For an even greater impact, donate and amplify the BRING IT message in your community or on your social media networks.

    Together, we can strengthen our region’s creative future.

This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.