Donate to the Festival

In very exciting news, we are honoured that the Federal Government through its Arts Investment and Advisory body, Creative Australia, has awarded CIMF a Plus1 dollar-for-dollar matched fundraising grant in the amount of $50,000 towards our special project campaign ‘A Major Leap – Building a Future for CIMF’.

If we are successful in raising $50,000 towards this campaign, the Federal Government will match it, literally doubling your donation and impact. A combined total of $100,000 from donors and the Federal Government would enable CIMF to fund specialist resources in philanthropy and marketing, ensuring our festival’s future sustainability.

However, this opportunity is time critical – we must raise $50,000 for ‘A Major Leap’ by the end of the year. So, in addition to your usual generosity – please help us take advantage of this one-off opportunity, only available to us until December 30.

Can you dig deep so we can match the grant before December 30? This would be a special Christmas present to our festival, the Board and all our team, whose principal aim is to bring you great pleasure and satisfaction with each festival. You are at the heart of our Festival.

The Federal Government has awarded CIMF a ‘Plus1’ dollar-for-dollar matched fundraising grant. This means that every dollar you donate towards our ‘A Major Leap – Building a Future for CIMF’ campaign will be matched by the Federal Government to double its impact.

This is a one-off fundraising incentive and applies for a limited time only. Your contribution is greatly appreciated.

All donations to A Major Leap over $2 are tax deductible.

Support a Main Concert: $4,000+

Concert Supporters bring music to the stage. Whether it is your favourite composer, a much-loved classic or a bold new work, make your mark on the Festival by supporting the music that means something to you. When the artists walk onstage, you will know your support has made something extraordinary possible.

Support an individual commission or contribute to our Commissioning Circle A Major Lift.

Donations to our Audience Fund can be made at any time of the year and are directed to where these funds will make the biggest difference. We have lots of ideas about how we can enhance the festival experience and with your help we can make them a reality.

You can support our Audience Fund by making a one-off donation or a regular pledge. Whether you give $10, $20 or $100 your donation is an investment in our Festival’s future.