ILLUMINATE ADELAIDE FOUNDATION LTD
Concentration RiskGiving Philosophy
The foundation operates primarily as an event producer rather than a traditional grantmaker, though it does commission artists and provide career development pathways for emerging South Australian creatives. Their approach focuses on creating accessible public art experiences (with extensive free programming) while supporting local creative industries and fostering innovation at the intersection of art and technology. They demonstrate strong commitment to accessibility and inclusion through relaxed sessions, detailed accessibility guides, and partnerships with Access2Arts.
Tips for Applicants
The Graduate Pathway Program is highly competitive (up to 3 selections annually) and requires a complete proposal including bio, project description (max 600 words), and supporting visual/audio materials. Emphasize how your work engages with light, technology, public space, and/or innovation. Applications must demonstrate feasibility for outdoor/public presentation and alignment with the festival's focus on immersive, accessible experiences. South Australian residency and recent graduation (within 5 years) are strict eligibility requirements. The program values accessibility considerations and community engagement.
Programs & Opportunities (1)
Annual program for recent South Australian visual arts/creative industries graduates (within 5 years of graduation). Provides $5,000 commission fee plus $2,000 support costs, 6-month mentorship, and opportunity to present work at Illuminate Adelaide. Up to 3 artists selected annually. Includes professional development from proposal to public presentation.
Notable Grants
- Annual commissions to artists including Craig Walsh (Monuments), Robin Fox (Canopy), Chris Petridis (Fracture, First Light), Jayden Sutherland (Urban Echoes), Amelia Kosminsky (Phantasma) for Night Visions 2025
- Graduate Pathway Program commissions of $7,000 per early-career South Australian artist (up to 3 annually)
Financial History (3 years)
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Surplus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12.6M | $15.3M | $1.3M | $-2,704,305 |
| 2022 | $16.6M | $17.0M | $4.4M | $-407,656 |
| 2021 | $11.3M | $10.0M | $3.3M | $1.3M |
Community Evidence
External EvidenceIdentity
- GS ID
- AU-ABN-67639517838
- ABN
- 67639517838
- Sector
- arts
- Website
- www.illuminateadelaide.com
- Financial Year
- 2023
Focus Areas
Board & Leadership (5)
- director
- director
- officeholder
- public officer
- secretary
Financials
- Revenue
- $12.6M
- Assets
- $1.3M
Method
- Match Confidence
- registry
- Cross-references
- 2 datasets
- Match Key
- ABN
- Relationships
- 20
Matched by Australian Business Number (ABN) — high confidence. This entity was found across multiple government datasets using the same ABN.
Data Sources
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View on JusticeHubLocation Intelligence
- Postcode
- 5034
- Locality
- CLARENCE PARK
- Remoteness
- Major Cities of Australia
- SEIFA Disadvantage
- Decile 9/10
- LGA
- Unley
- SA2 Region
- Goodwood - Millswood
- Entities in Area
- 281
Disability Market Context
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