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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 works year-round, connecting artists, art centres, collectors and audiences through a program spanning visual art, fashion, performance and storytelling.

Since 2014, CIAF has delivered:

• $6.5M+ in direct art sales
• $41M+ in regional economic impact
• 420K+ in audience attendance

Government funding and corporate partnerships provide vital support, but they are only part of what sustains CIAF. A diverse income base—including individual giving—is critical to our independence, resilience and future growth. Every donation strengthens the platform behind our artists, carrying their work to new audiences, new markets and new generations.

Your Support Empowers

• Major commissions and new work — giving artists the resources to create ambitious, career-defining pieces
• Artist travel from remote and regional communities — including Cape York and Zenadth Kes/Torres Strait, so distance is never the barrier to opportunity
• Event delivery, ethical market access and collector engagement — building fair, respectful pathways between artists, national and international audiences
• Year-round professional development and culturally safe programs — supporting artists long before and after the fair itself

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