Funding Available

• Grants between $2,500 and $20,000
• Projects with a total value of up to $50,000
• Funding available for up to 20 projects across Dobell
• Successful projects must be completed by 31 March 2028

Who Can Apply?

• Not-for-profit organisations
• Community groups
• Sporting clubs
• Charities
• Volunteer organisations
• Other eligible entities with an ABN

Some unincorporated organisations may be eligible to participate through a sponsoring organisation.

Eligible Projects

Projects must align with the program guidelines and demonstrate a clear benefit to the local community.

Examples of eligible projects include:

• Upgrades to community halls and clubhouses
• Improvements to sporting and recreation facilities
• Accessibility and inclusion initiatives
• Community equipment purchases
• Environmental and sustainability projects
• Shade structures and climate resilience measures
• Women's and family facilities
• First Nations cultural projects
• Technology and communications upgrades
• Defibrillators and community health equipment

Expression of Interest Process

Expressions of Interest for Round 10 of the Stronger Communities Programme have now closed.

Those which were received will be assessed by a Community Consultation Committee before funding recommendations are provided to the Department.

Nominated organisations will have until 19 January 2027 to complete their application but will be invited to apply as soon as the Department has confirmed their eligibility and approved their project.

If you have any questions about the programme or other funding opportunities please contact the office on (02) 4353 1027 or via email at [email protected].

You can also view frequently asked questions and answers about the programme here.