Adelaide Fringe Foundation raises money to remove barriers, create possibilities, and ignite the magic of Fringe for everyone. 

We believe the arts belong to all, not just those who can afford to make it or see it. We believe in a future where every barrier is removed, so every artist can create and every person can participate. We believe in the long-term sustainability of the arts in South Australia, keeping Fringe accessible and alive for generations to come.

Every donation, big or small, fuels creativity, connection, and joy.

How Your Support Helps this EOFY

A large crowd cheers with raised hands as performers stand on stage beneath a ‘Loud & Proud’ sign $70 helps an artist get the word out with flyers and posters.
Image credit: Loud & Proud. Photo. Razan Fakhouri, 2026.
Donate $70
Audience members sit closely together laughing and smiling under colourful stage lighting. $250 boosts digital marketing to build ticket sales
Image credit: Grief, Love and Lead Balloons. Photo: Razan Fakhouri, 2026.
Donate $250
A musician sings into a microphone while playing guitar onstage beside another performer. $500 contributes to paying an artist's wage
Image credit: Blak Country. Photo: Razan Fakhouri, 2026.
Donate $500
A performer in a sparkling fringed costume stands centre stage with arms raised before a seated audience. $1,100 helps put a show on stage with venue hire
Image credit: Tina - A Tropical Love Story. Photo: Razan Fakhouri,2026.
Donate $1,100

Real Stories, Real Impact

"Receiving support from the Fringe Fund made a tangible difference to the Dupang Festival's season. It allowed us to properly resource our programming, support artists, and ensure the festival remained accessible and community-driven. The Fringe Fund didn't just support our event – it helped sustain a growing cultural platform grounded in connection, storytelling, and community pride."

Dupang Festival 2026, Fringe Fund Recipient
“Being a Fringe Fund recipient genuinely made my season possible. As a 20-year-old uni student juggling study, work, and creating a show, it often felt like there just weren't enough hours to make everything happen. The support from the Fringe Fund took a huge weight off my shoulders and allowed me to foucs on actually making the show the best it could be, rather than constantly stressing about costs. More than anything, it made me feel believed in as a young artist, which is so powerful at this stage.”

Kushi Venkatesh - Still Happy, Fringe Fund Recipient
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Thank You

We are forever grateful for the support of our donors, Governement of South Australia, corporate partners, Philanthropic Partners, and Foundation Board—art hits harder when everyone’s a part of it.
Philanthropic Partners logos: James & Diana Ramsay Foundation, Nunn Dimos Foundation, MGA Whittles Community Fund

Foundation Board

Adelaide Fringe Foundation is governed by a passionate and experienced board committed to supporting creativity, equity, and access.

The Adelaide Fringe Foundation Board Members:
David Pearson - Chair
Fiona Sinclair
Jess Cronin
Julie Fraser
Karen Hayes
Maria Panagiotidis
Matt Tarrant
Sam Harvey
Sarah Rohrsheim