Applications are now open for the Holiday Break Grants Program, which supports free, safe and inclusive activities for young people during school holiday periods. The program aims to improve wellbeing, social connection and community participation by helping young people access positive experiences outside of school.

Applications are now open for the Connect In Real Life (IRL) Phase 2 Program, designed to support projects that help young people build social connections, strengthen wellbeing, develop skills, and participate in their communities.

Applications are now open for the Transgrid Community Partnership Program, providing grants of up to $5000 to eligible not-for-profit organisations for initiatives that deliver lasting, practical benefits to local communities.

Applications are now open for the Festivals Australia Grant Round 23. Delivered by the Australian Government, the Festivals Australia program provides funding for arts projects that take place at festivals or significant community events in regional and remote locations across Australia.

Start-ups, social enterprises, non profits and mission-driven teams are invited to apply for the QBE AcceliCITY Humanitarian Challenge, an initiative delivered through Humanitech and the Australian Red Cross. The challenge supports innovative, technology-enabled solutions that help communities prepare for, respond to and recover from climate-driven disasters.

NSW Businesses, innovators and research organisations developing low-emissions technologies can now apply for the Clean Technology Innovation Grant, a NSW Government initiative designed to help commercialise innovative clean technology solutions.

Students from regional and rural communities across NSW and the ACT are encouraged to apply for the 2027 RAS Foundation Rural Scholarships, which provide financial support to help students pursue further education and training while staying connected to their local communities.

Community organisations across the Riverina can now apply for funding through Jemena’s 2026 Community Grants Program, which is offering grants of up to $10,000 to support projects that help communities facing cost-of-living pressures.

Community organisations in remote, rural and regional Australia are invited to apply for funding through the In a Good Place (IAGP) grants program, which supports projects that strengthen mental health, social and emotional wellbeing.

Applications are now open for the NSW Government’s Spring and/or Summer 2026-27 Holiday Break Program, with funding available to support the delivery of free school holiday activities for young people aged 12-24 years. Applications close at 4:00pm on Wednesday, 22 July 2026.

The Telstra Connected Communities Grant Program is now open, offering funding to strengthen resilience, digital capability, and community wellbeing across remote, rural and regional Australia.

Wagga Wagga City Council’s Annual Grants Program: Neighbourhood and Rural Villages category is now open for applications. This funding stream is designed to activate community spaces, strengthen neighbourhood connections, and celebrate Wiradjuri and First Nations culture.

The Home Ownership Grants funded by the Aboriginal Housing Office (NSW) are now open for application. These grants are available to support Aboriginal people in purchasing a home in NSW.

Grants are now open for the REAL Innovation Fund, an initiative that will support the delivery of small-scale, community-led, innovative projects that build pathways to stable and culturally safe employment opportunities for First Nations people who have had contact with the justice system.

Community football clubs affiliated with the AFL have the opportunity to apply for funding through the Telstra Footy Country Grants program. This initiative is designed to help clubs strengthen their foundations and build for the future.

Applications are now open for the 2026 Country Arts Support Program, run by Eastern Riverina Arts. This program provides funding to support creative individuals, groups, and writers across the Riverina region, encouraging ambitious projects that strengthen community connection and cultural development.

The NSW Government has announced the opening of the NSW Sustainable Communities Program Economic Development and Infrastructure Round.

The NSW Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) has announced that applications are now open for the Community Safety Investment Grant Program - Stream 2. This program provides funding opportunities for community organisations to deliver initiatives that improve safety and wellbeing across NSW.

The NSW Government’s Community Safety Investment Fund is now accepting applications from community organisations. This program aims to support locally focused, community-lead initiatives that prevent or respond to youth offending, strengthening families, and improve community safety.

The Strengthening Rural Communities (SRC) - Small & Vital grant is designed to support local projects that make a real difference, whether it’s improving community spaces, running workshops, supporting volunteers, or helping people get online and build digital skills.

Applications for the 2025 Innovate with nbn Grants Program are now open. Delivered in partnership with the Regional Australia Institute, the program is celebrating its sixth year of supporting regional businesses that are using the nbn® network to drive innovation, improve productivity, and deliver meaningful social and economic outcomes in their communities.

Creative Australia has announced the Creative Futures Fund 2025, a transformative funding opportunity designed to support ambitious, large-scale creative projects that reflect and celebrate Australian identity, culture, and innovation.

The Local Jobs, Local People grant opportunity, delivered under the Local Jobs Program, will fund activities addressing local employment needs, supporting individuals into ongoing employment, or providing a clear pathway to employment. Supporting people registered in employment services is a priority. 

Early childhood education and care (ECEC) providers can now apply for a Professional Development Subsidy to support qualified staff in completing training that enhances their skills and strengthens the sector.

The Purves Environmental Fund (PEF) is offering funding to support Australian organisations working to preserve biodiversity, reduce pollution, and promote sustainable resource management.

The Disaster Relief Loans for Non-Profit Organisations (NFPs) is designed to support (NFPs) affected by a declared natural disaster in restoring essential facilities, equipment or other assets damaged or destroyed and/or temporary storage or leasing of alternate premises required as a result of the declared natural disaster. Eligible organisations may be applicable for a low-interest loan of up to $25,000 to help with recovery costs.

Economic Development Australia (EDA) is proud to offer the Indigenous Economic Development Professional Scholarship; an opportunity designed to support and empower First Nations professionals working in economic development across Australia.

The Sisters of Charity Foundation is offering Community Grants of up to $20,000 to support small, non-for-profit organisations making a difference in the lives of disadvantaged Australians.

Applications are now open for the Regional Arts Fund Project Grants, supporting high-quality arts projects in regional and remote communities across Australia.

The Multicultural NSW Stronger Together Festival and Event Grants Program, aims to provide funding for multicultural and multifaith community groups to hold festivals and events designed to celebrate and embrace NSW vibrant cultural diversity.