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Donate to CIAF

Your donation to CIAF helps us amplify Queensland’s First Nations artists and celebrate ongoing connections to Cultures and Country.

Model Winifred Massey (garments featuring the frigate bird/wada by Lisa Lui) with designer Lisa Lui. Photograph: Cristina Bevilacqua (THE PHOTO CORNER).

For almost two decades, the Cairns Indigenous Art Fair has grown into a world-class platform for First Nations art and culture - grounded in Country and shaped by artists across Queensland.

More than an annual event, CIAF operates year-round, connecting artists, art centres, collectors and audiences through a multi-disciplinary program spanning visual art, fashion, performance and storytelling.

Since its inception, CIAF has generated over $60.9M in economic impact, creating real opportunities for First Nations artists and communities.

Your Support Enables

  • Major commissions and new work
  • Artist travel from remote and regional communities, including Cape York and Zenadh Kes/Torres Strait
  • Ethical market access and collector engagement
  • Year-round professional development and culturally safe programs

Cairns Indigenous Art Fair Limited is a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR).
Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible in Australia. 

WAYS TO GIVE

Online
Make a secure donation via our online portal below.

Direct Deposit
Cairns Indigenous Art Fair Limited
BSB: 064-804
Account: 1381 2686
Please include your name as a reference.
For direct deposits, email artfair [at] ciaf.com.au to confirm your gift.

Collectors, Bequests & Philanthropic Giving
For contributions of $5,000+, we’d welcome a conversation about how your support can align with specific outcomes, including commissions or program delivery.

Contact
partnerships [at] ciaf.com.au
(07) 4052 6312

Image: Model Winifred Massey (garments featuring the frigate bird/wada by Lisa Lui) with designer Lisa Lui. Photograph: Cristina Bevilacqua (THE PHOTO CORNER).