OUR MISSION
The Sunshine Coast is home to a flourishing arts industry enriching the lives of local audiences and cultural visitors.
Our region is positioned to become a leading arts destination, supported by significant population and infrastructure growth including direct international broadband, transport and an expanded airport.
Our mission is to promote the development and prosperity of the arts on the Sunshine Coast through fundraising and philanthropic investment that facilitates artistic vibrancy and engages the public imagination.
OUR VALUES
COMMUNITY
We exist for the Sunshine Coast community – a community that is enriched and connected by art and creativity.
TRUST
We are stewards of the gifts we receive, promising sound judgement, integrity and transparency in all activities.
PROSPERITY
We will work to ensure the future growth and prosperity of the Foundation, the arts and artists of the Sunshine Coast.
INDEPENDENCE
We operate independently but collaboratively and know that success comes from relationships.
QUALITY
We aim for the highest possible standards in our work, and the artistic achievements of our region.
LATEST NEWS/EVENTS
GIFTED RECIPIENTS ANNOUNCED
A physical theatre company, new recording label, local artist space, national pastel painting event, community sewing project and several visual artists based on the Sunshine Coast will receive support from the Foundation’s Gifted program [...]
BENTLEYS AND SCAF CELEBRATE ARTS, COMMUNITY AND PHILANTHROPY
Brendon Murray, Partner, Bentleys and Professor Jennifer Radbourne, Chair of Sunshine Coast Arts Foundation (SCAF) [...]
CALL FOR PROPOSALS FOR GIFTED SUPPORT
31 August 2021 It's Gifted time again. The Foundation is calling for proposals from artists [...]
WHAT IS OUR LEGACY?
The Foundation co-hosted an event with Argon Law and the Friends of the Caloundra [...]
SUNSHINE COAST CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL
Sunshine Coast Arts Foundation is delighted to support the Sunshine Coast Chamber Music Festival as [...]