Community support & funding
We’re committed to the social wellbeing of our residents, workers and visitors, and supporting our vibrant local communities.
Social and community grant programs
Our social and community grants program is part of our main funding round. It opens for applications in late July each year with funding available from 1 January.
It supports local communities to lead projects that address local challenges.
The program has 2 funding categories:
Other opportunities for support
These programs are open all year until budgets are exhausted.
Opportunities
Apply for a quick response grantThis program supports priority communities with an urgent or immediate need. It funds projects that reduce barriers and improve access to opportunities, services and programs.In progressOpportunities
Apply for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander collaboration fundThis program supports the priorities and aspirations of local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, and contributes to a sustainable, community-controlled sector.In progressOpportunities
Apply for street banner hire supportApply for reduced rate street banner pole hire to promote your cultural event or community activity.In progressOpportunities
Apply for venue hire supportOur venue hire support grants assist community and cultural groups and organisations to access our indoor venues at reduced rates.In progress
Homelessness initiatives
Community support & funding
Responding to homelessnessCommunity support & funding
Woolloomooloo Integrated Services Hub
People & communities
Our diverse communities
Subsidised spaces
We offer reduced rental charges for organisations whose activities benefit local communities.
These opportunities are published on our website and in our email newsletters.
Community support & funding
Short-term empty properties grantsWe offer short-term use of empty properties we own, for a limited time to eligible applicants.Community support & funding
Accommodation grantsThis program provides affordable access to buildings we own for organisations and individuals focused on community, cultural, economic and sustainability outcomes.
Other community support & funding programs
Community support & funding
Community transportCommunity support & funding
Making Sydney inclusive for people with disabilityCommunity support & funding
Refugee and people seeking asylum access projectCommunity support & funding
No fee for hiring community spacesCommunity support & funding
Welcoming international students to Sydney
