Grants
Support to help get your project off the ground. Our grants support initiatives and projects that build the social, cultural, environmental and economic life of our city.
New grants program launching in July
We developed the new program based on feedback from the community and past applicants. All current funding opportunities continue, and we’re adding new ones.
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Programs open all year
Applications are open year-round until the budget is exhausted.
Opportunities
Apply for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander collaboration fundApplications are open year-round until the budget is exhausted.In progressOpportunities
Apply for a quick response grantOur quick response grants are open year-round, until funding runs out, supporting priority communities with urgent projects that improve access and reduce barriers.In progressCultural support & funding
Creative live and work spaces grantsWe offer creative studios and living spaces for people working in a creative field.Opportunities
Apply for venue hire supportOur venue hire support grants help community and cultural groups and organisations to access our indoor venues at reduced rates.In progressOpportunities
Apply for street banner hire supportApply for free or discounted street banner pole hire to promote your cultural event or community activity.In progressCommunity support & funding
Accommodation grantsInvolves leasing community facilities and spaces at no charge or a reduced rate.Community support & funding
Short-term empty properties grantsWe offer short-term use of empty properties we own, for a limited time to eligible applicants.Cultural support & funding
Dixon Street improvement grantSupports the revitalisation of the historic heart of Chinatown through matched funding for works to shop and building frontages.Community support & funding
Affordable and diverse housing fundMaking our city more inclusive and functional by improving access to different housing options for our diverse communities in the local area.
Set yourself up for success
Check out our new grants guides and resources. Get tips on writing a strong budget or project plan, sourcing letters of support, templates and more.
Accessible application options are available
Applicants with disability, or from diverse cultural and language backgrounds, or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants may apply in alternative formats, including verbal applications.
Accessible applications are assessed in the same way as all other applications.
Get in touch early and allow extra time for us to provide this support.
To find out more or to access this support, call us on 02 9265 9333 or email [email protected].
You can also contact us through the National Relay Service. You’ll need to provide our phone number: 02 9265 9333.
Help with grants in your language
Need help with information about our grants in other languages?
Success stories
Read articles about successful grant recipients. See a list of past approved grants.
News
Our grants in action – keeping bikes out of landfillCity of Sydney grant recipient Revolve ReCYCLING is on a mission to recycle or redeploy Sydney’s unwanted bikes.17 January 2024News
Amplify change: Trading Blak on how your everyday purchases can make a huge differenceFemale-led First Nations businesses are building stronger communities and teaching the next generation.29 February 2024News
From food scraps to solar: Glebe building taking steps towards sustainable livingGreen champion supports strata committee to pursue City of Sydney grant and make eco-friendly upgrades9 August 2023
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Top image: Opening night of Asia Live 2026. The festival was supported by a City of Sydney Haymarket activation grant. Image: Bespok3 Pty Ltd
