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The Telstra Footy Grants program provides financial support to AFL community clubs to help secure their future by strengthening three key areas: increasing volunteer capacity, expanding and diversifying participation, and improving club environments and overall experiences.

The Bega Valley Women’s Giving Circle SheCares grants program is designed to support local initiatives that uplift and nurture women and/or young people in the Bega Valley.

This program aims to improve the safety, accessibility and climate resilience of airports and aerodromes in regional areas of Australia

This program aims to support international travel costs associated with Australian artists, authors, illustrators, creative workers and organisations attending significant market development platforms or key gatherings overseas.

This program aims to support farmers and communities to get ready for drought. It forms part of the Australian Government's $5 billion Future Drought Fund which seeks to help Australian farms and communities prepare for the impacts of drought.

This program aims to recognise individuals, groups or organisations who have made an outstanding contribution to the community's appreciation and awareness of the rich heritage of the Eurobodalla Shire in the last two years.

Award of up to $1,500 is available.

This program aims to assist Surf Life Saving Clubs throughout NSW to create new, or upgrade existing facilities that are safe, adaptable, inclusive, environmentally sustainable and climate resilient. It is part of the NSW Government's ongoing commitment to support the upgrade of local Surf Life Saving Clubs

This program aims to support councils in NSW to enhance vibrancy and support road safety outcomes in existing or proposed low-speed zone areas through placemaking interventions. 

The Net Zero Manufacturing Initiative supports NSW’s commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 by investing in low-emission technologies, building local manufacturing capacity for low-carbon products, and boosting production of renewable energy components. It aims to back innovators and manufacturers to accelerate emissions reduction, create jobs, drive economic growth, and position NSW as a leader in net zero technology and manufacturing.

This program aims to provide organisations grant funding to build new public fast electric vehicle charging stations at automotive dealerships or EV repairer sites. It forms part of the Australian Government's $60 million, five-year program (from 2024-25 to 2028-29) to fund the purchase and installation of EV charging units at automotive dealerships and EV repairer premises across Australia.

This program aims to support cultural projects initiated by Australian artists, groups and organisations.

Grants between $3,000 and $25,000 are available.

This program provides financial support to businesses impacted by reduced hardwood or by-product supply caused by the harvesting moratorium in the Great Koala National Park. It aims to ease operational disruptions by offering short-term, targeted assistance to offset increased costs for materials and freight, ultimately reducing immediate financial pressure on affected businesses.

We are committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2050. To do this, we must:

• develop new low emission technologies  

• build local manufacturing capacity of critical low carbon products

• stimulate local manufacturing of renewable energy generation, storage and transmission components.

That’s why we’re backing the next wave of innovators and manufacturers that will fast-track emissions reduction, create new jobs and drive economic growth across NSW. 

This program aims to accelerate the adoption of innovative solutions to address key challenges currently facing Homes NSW. It seeks to provide support for piloting new solutions that can improve the delivery of social and affordable housing in response to challenges identified by Homes NSW.

This program aims to provide essential funding to assist people in moving from inappropriate housing, such as aged care, rehabilitation or hospital, into somewhere more appropriate. It may involve returning home or transitioning to more specific housing for their needs, such as Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA)

This program aims to provide funding for the provision of preschool education delivered for three to five year old children enrolled in mobile preschools in regional and remote NSW, where access to centre-based preschools can be limited. 

The Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) provides multiple grant programs designed to strengthen rural, regional and remote communities across Australia. These grants support community-led projects, disaster recovery, climate resilience, youth initiatives, and capacity building.

This program aims to support eligible businesses that are interested in piloting a few battery electric vehicles (BEVs) or for smaller fleets that want to start their electrification journey. It forms part of the EV Fleets Incentive program which supports fleet managers to transition their passenger vehicles (PVs), sports utility vehicles (SUVs) and light commercial vehicles (LCVs) to battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), therefore lowerin

The objective of the STS program is to commemorate the service and sacrifice of Australia’s service personnel who served in wars, conflicts and peace operations, including, National Service personnel and their families.

This program aims to encourage and assist community involvement in the management of waste minimisation and education for the benefit of the whole region.

This program aims to support initiatives to improve services and outcomes for sections of the community that need improved transport.

ClubGrants is one of Australia’s largest grant programs, providing more than $100 million in cash each year to a variety of worthy causes across NSW.

Charities, sporting organisations and not-for-profit community groups are among tens-of-thousands of worthy causes funded through the program each year.

This program aims to encourage and assist community involvement in the management of the Bega Valley Shire environment for the benefit of the whole region.

The Community Development Levy, introduced in 2009, redistributes wealth from Local Aboriginal Land Councils (LALCs) with higher-value land holdings to those with fewer resources. Funds generated through this levy, along with contributions from NSWALC, are pooled into the NSWALC Community Fund (NCF), which is designed to support less advantaged LALCs. The overall goal of the NCF is to promote a fairer distribution of resources while strengthening the capacity, opportunities, and long-term sustainability of disadvantaged LALCs.

This program aims to provide rebates to support the replacement of gas plant and equipment with efficient electric plant. It is an ACT Government initiative to support landlords to transition gas heating and/or hot water systems to efficient electric heating and/or hot water. 

The Future Drought Fund (FDF) is designed to strengthen resilience to drought and climate impacts. It supports farmers by helping them plan, use climate tools, and adopt resilient farming practices, while also assisting communities with planning and building strong rural leadership and networks.

The program aims to provide financial support (grants, incentives, and rebates) for film, TV, games, and related industries to create jobs and boost the NSW economy, while also supporting industry growth, audience development, and local cultural initiatives.

This program aims to raise awareness of and participation in cultural performances within the community.

This program aims to assist not-for-profit organisations in the Upper Lachlan Shire in executing projects or purchasing equipment for the betterment of the local community, or to assist organisations to achieve their mission.

Supporting First Nations organisations in building skills, confidence, and knowledge in clean energy. Delivered across two rounds, the program offers small, easy-to-access grants of $5,000 to $80,000 for training, planning, and professional advice, with a focus on reducing administrative burden. The initiative aligns with Closing the Gap goals and is guided by the First Nations Clean Energy and Climate Change Advisory Committee.

This program aims to facilitate action and inspire leadership in litter prevention to ensure a healthy and thriving environment for the future. It supports the litter targets outlined in the NSW Waste and Sustainable Materials Strategy 2041 (WASM).

This program aims to provide funding to support the installation of solar panels on eligible apartment buildings and other multi-unit dwellings in NSW. It supports NSW residents living in apartments or other multi-unit dwellings to install a shared rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) system, with the aim of giving these households access to the benefits of solar energy.

This program aims to support an event, activity, individual or organisation through the provision of money, goods or services. It typically provides a tangible benefit to both the recipient (which benefits through receiving material support) and the sponsor (which benefits via enhanced public image and access to a wider audience).

This program aims to provide funding to deliver affordable, quality preschool education to children aged three and above who are enrolled in eligible long day care services in NSW. 

This program aims to support events that have previously received the maximum funding permitted through the Flagship Event stream and can present a strategy for future growth that includes the continued development of its tourism potential to drive overnight visitation to the event.

This program aims to help NSW's highest emitting industries achieve significant and sustained emissions reductions by 2030. High emitting industries is a core focus area of the Net Zero Industry and Innovation Program (NZIIP) which is part of the NSW Net Zero Plan Stage 1: 2020-30 to reduce emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2050.

Grant funding enables local councils and communities to prepare coastal management programs and implement actions identified in those programs. Grant offers are subject to statewide priorities and the availability of funds each financial year.

The scheme re-invests boating licence, registration and other fees into improving infrastructure making NSW waterways more accessible for all boaters.

This program aims to help those experiencing vulnerability stay connected to the people and services.

The program aims to encourage and support community involvement in waste minimisation and education for the benefit of the entire region. It will be delivered over a six-year period in partnership with the Bournda Environmental Education Centre. Funding includes grants of up to $500, with a total pool of $10,000 available, allowing up to $2,000 per school. Applicants are expected to contribute to their projects through in-kind support, such as labour or materials.

This program aims to support the development of vibrant, creative, and innovative events that enhance the economic, social, and cultural life of the Goulburn-Mulwaree region. It offers two funding streams: Sports Tourism Event funding and Tourism Event Development funding. Applications must be submitted at least three months before the event, although exceptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants are also required to contact the program administrator before submitting their application.

This program aims to support small projects and community initiatives. While there are no specified minimum or maximum funding limits, the Mayor has discretion to approve donations within the annual allocated budget. All funding requests must be submitted in writing for consideration.

The Clean Up Grant provides up to $575 in waste vouchers to support organisations undertaking community clean-up activities. It is designed to assist groups that are cleaning public areas or supporting community members with complex needs, including hoarding behaviours. The funding can be used to cover council waste facility fees for the disposal of general waste, green waste, and other waste items, as well as for the purchase of compost or mulch.

This program provides a mechanism to invest in and support major events in Canberra that deliver strong economic benefits and enhance the city’s events calendar. It aims to drive significant tourism and visitor spending, while also promoting the Canberra region to domestic and international audiences. Grants ranging from $50,000 to $500,000 are available, and applications must be submitted at least six months prior to the event’s commencement.

This program aims to encourage the uptake of rooftop solar installations in apartment complexes. These shared solar installations are expected to be sustainable solutions at the local and community level that will:

Help residents of apartment complexes enjoy reduced energy costs.

Help apartment complexes transition off gas.

Support development of the renewable energy and sustainable services industry in the ACT.

This program aims to provide a business advisory service for ACT businesses from all industry sectors, delivering a comprehensive range of business advice and support services.

CWA of NSW has a strong track record in drought relief. We’ve supported thousands of families through previous droughts and we’re doing it again now. Thanks to our generous donors, we’ve released up to $250,000 to support those hardest hit this winter.

The Venture Capital Limited Partnership (VCLP) program supports venture capital investment through partnerships managed by a general partner, with limited partners providing funding. To access tax benefits, funds must register and meet key requirements, including having at least $10 million in committed capital (or conditional approval), being based in eligible countries, and investing in approved venture capital activities.

This program aims to assist non-government primary and secondary school communities to improve capital infrastructure where they otherwise may not have access to sufficient capital resources.

This program aims to encourage the increased use and availability of Council-owned community spaces by offering no-fee hire of certain spaces to regular community, not-for-profit, or charitable organisations that are unable to afford the hire costs.

The grant will be non-monetary and provides community usage of some spaces with special conditions.

This program aims to provide targeted assistance that gives farmers and their partners practical support to assess their situation and plan a way forward to long term financial security. It is an Australian Government support package available to eligible farmers and their partner experiencing financial hardship when the income fluctuates to a low level.

The NSW State Government has a number of funding methods to assist Local Councils in management of their Regional Road infrastructure. Transport for NSW (TfNSW) administers this funding through a number of programs including the Regional Road Block Grant.

This program aims to support an organisation's individual program/event or of an ongoing activity to enable NSWALC to market to and better engage with its local communities, and wider stakeholders. It provides a vehicle by which the NSWALC can promote its core business and further develop its brand.

This program aims to support events that encourage seafood communities nationwide to come together in a supportive setting to raise awareness of mental health and the benefits of overall wellbeing. It forms part of the Stay Afloat program which supports and improves the mental health of those in the seafood industry.

This program aims to support NSW businesses to establish comprehensive metering and monitoring plans to enable energy productivity improvements. The plans will identify submetering gaps and provide a costed proposal to implement recommendations for improving metering and monitoring systems.

This program aims to provide funding to Canberra's entrepreneurs to help them turn bold ideas into scalable companies. It forms part of the Chief Minister’s 2025 State of the Territory Address to the Canberra Business Chamber.

This program aims to provide two dollars in funds for every one dollar in funds offered by community groups to stock native fish (Australian Bass, Murray Cod, Golden Perch) into rivers and dams across NSW. Its objective is to support local communities in the stocking of high value native fish to protect and enhance the valuable state-wide recreational fisheries. 

This program aims to provide support to producers selected for competitive overseas pitching events in order for them to secure finance, production and marketplace partners for Australian projects, or for key creatives invited to attend premium overseas talent labs to enable professional development and to build international industry networks.

This program aims to support artists, designers, arts and cultural organisations, and creative businesses to deliver high-quality projects that showcase design excellence and contribute to Canberra's reputation as a globally recognised design capital. 

This program aims to provide one-off funding for small-scale community events or activities that bring people together and create positive local impact.

This program aims to enable the development and market readiness of innovative products and services within the horticulture sector.  

This program, formerly known as Drought Angels, aims to provide relief for individuals or families carrying on farming or primary production businesses who are or have been affected by droughts, floods or natural disasters.

This program aims to support regional communities where regional water supplies are threatened by circumstances that could not be reasonably planned for, to ensure critical human water needs are met.

This program aims to support organisations working to improve connectivity outcomes in rural, regional and remote communities across Australia.

This program aims to subsidise the cost for students in Year 4 to Year 12 across Australia to travel to and participate in eligible curriculum-related learning experiences within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and World Heritage Areas (the Reef).

This program aims to provide rebates for the purchase and installation of an electric vehicle (EV) charger at business premises. It is available to eligible businesses, that are registered for the Sustainable Business Program, and want to install one or more EV chargers to support their own transition to EVs or to support employees or customers with EVs.