This small grants program supports the recovery and wellbeing of children and young people living in regional NSW. The program will help eligible applicants deliver projects to promote social inclusion and build community connections for regional children and youth aged 0-24 years.

The grant will remain open until 31 March 2023 or until funds are fully expended, whichever is sooner.

Who can apply

Funding recipients can be government or non-government organisations in eligible regional Local Government Areas (LGAs) such as:

• local councils

• community groups

• not-for-profit organisations

• Local Aboriginal Land Council

• schools

• neighbourhood centres.

Types of project funded under this grant

Programs that may be eligible for funding include, but are not limited to:

• community events and social activities

• sport and recreational programs

• youth mental health training

• cultural and community connection programs

• healing initiatives to support Aboriginal children, vulnerable children and young people affected by adverse events

• peer support programs, mentoring and training for children and young people

• digital communications and resources.