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Grants

    Community Grants Program

    Council's Community Grants Program recognises the critical role grants play in strengthening our community by supporting local community groups and organisations to deliver worthwhile projects, programs, and events to the community.

    Council’s 2026-27 Community Grants Program include:

    Community Grant writing workshops, information sessions and Q&A

    Council’s Grants team delivered a series of free Grant writing workshops, information sessions and Q&A sessions between April and June 2026. These sessions supported community members to develop strong project plans and funding applications, while providing clear guidance on program guidelines, eligibility requirements, application processes and key timeframes.

    We would like to thank all participants for their engagement and contribution to the success of these sessions.

    The Grants team plans to deliver these sessions again in 2027.

    For ongoing updates and future opportunities, please email grants@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au to join the Grants mailing list.

    Other Grant information

    Protection of the Environment Trust Grant

    Individuals or community groups interested in undertaking environmentally based projects are encouraged to apply for funding under the Protection of the Environment Trust (POET). Updates on this program will be advertised and posted on this website. Please click here for more information.

    ClubGRANTS

    The ClubGRANTS scheme in the Central Coast’s Local Government Area is funded by local registered clubs to provide community support through Local Committee. 

    Applications for the 2026 ClubGRANTS Scheme open on 1 February 2026 and close on 30 April 2026.

    For more details, visit Central Coast LGA ClubGRANTS.

    All your grants, one searchable platform

    The Central Coast Council Grant Finder portal is a comprehensive list of all grant and funding opportunities available for Central Coast businesses, community groups, not-for-profits and individuals.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • You will need to APPLY NOW in the June 2025 Round if you need grant funding to deliver a project or event over the next 18 months – this includes events and activities to be held in 2025 and 2026.

    • You will have the opportunity to reapply for future funding when the Community Grant Program reopens. 

    • Grants may be considered part of your income in a financial year and may be subject to tax. You must determine and take into consideration any GST responsibilities you may be liable for. We suggest you consult your financial adviser. Adding a GST component to your application budget will not be accepted as part of your funding. 

    • If an applicant has applied within the Community Support Grant and the application has been declined the applicant is able to submit a new application for the same project in a subsequent round. 

    • No. If you have an overdue grant acquittal you will not be eligible to apply for any further grants until you the Grants team deem you have sufficiently acquitted. 

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    Last updated: 22/06/2026