Grants Hub

There are many potential sources of grants or funding for community projects. These include; government funding (state and federal), private philanthropic organisations and even private companies who may offer sponsorship. To get you started on your grants journey click on the category below that matches your project and have a browse. If you are unsure about which category is a match contact our grants officers for some advice.

Please note - Council does not provide funding to individuals. Twice a year applications are taken for Council's Community Funding Program. Click here for more information.

Grants Officer

Forbes Shire Council has a Grants Officer available to assist residents in finding and preparing grant applications. The Grants Officer can not only assist you to find a funding source but can give you some great tips on giving yourself the best chance of success. Hint – number one is about committing to planning your project well before you start to even think about how you are going to pay for it!

To learn more about the grants available and other great tips make an appointment to discuss by contacting Council 02 6850 2300 or email grants@forbes.nsw.gov.au

Monthly Grants Newsletter - The Grants Feed

Community

These grants provide small amounts of money that organisations and community groups can use to help their volunteers. The grants form part of the State and Federal Government's work to support volunteers, as well as to encourage and increase participation in volunteering.

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31st July 2022	Forbes Shire Council Community Funding	The Community Funding Program is open and organisations are invited to apply for funding for eligible projects (including programs, activities, events and capital works) across four categories: Sport and Recreation; Culture and the Arts; Community Services; and Rural Village Enhancement. Not-for-profit community groups and organisations can access up to $5,000 in assistance for each project as either a cash contribution, in-kind support, or a combination of both.
30th April 2022 31st July 2022 31 October 2022	Inland Rail Community Sponsorhips	Inland Rail are offering funding between $1000–$4000 for individuals and organisations in regional areas along the Inland Rail route that contribute to local and regional prosperity, well-being and sustainability. There are four rounds each year.
Last Friday in August 2022	Evolution Cowal Partnering Program	Evolution encourages clubs and not for profit organisations in the community to submit sponsorship and donation applications that provide outcomes in the areas of economic development, youth, health, safety, education and environment. Initiatives and events should: incorporate community participation; have the aim of engaging and strengthening the community; offer a demonstrable benefit to the community; and/or result in a clear vision or strategy for benefiting the community in the long term
31st May 2022	Northparkes Community Investment	Northparkes Community Investment program supports initiatives which contribute to the Parkes and Forbes local government areas in the following categories: economic development, culture and recreation, education and youth, environment and health.
31st March 2022	Infrastructure Grants	The NSW Government offers grants to communities across NSW to support the building, renovation and fit-out of community infrastructure. Funding is available for sport and recreation facilities, arts and cultural infrastructure, as well as projects that assist communities with essential infrastructure and disaster readiness. Infrastructure Grants can be used for costs such as construction, the purchase of capital equipment and professional fees. Funding is available in four key categories: Arts & Culture - $50,000 to $200,000 available per project Community Infrastructure - $10,000 to $200,000 available per project Disaster Readiness - $10,000 to $200,000 available per project Sport & Recreation - $50,000 to $300,000 available per project

Sports

Various grants are available for encouraging sporting pursuits of all ages. They can provide funds to buy equipment and uniforms through to infrastructure and maintenance of grounds.

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15th April 2022 (Extended)	The NSW Government offers grants to communities across NSW to support the building, renovation and fit-out of community infrastructure. Funding is available for sport and recreation facilities, arts and cultural infrastructure, as well as projects that assist communities with essential infrastructure and disaster readiness. Infrastructure Grants can be used for costs such as construction, the purchase of capital equipment and professional fees. Sport & Recreation Category - $50,000 to $300,000 available per project

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15th April 2022 (Extended)

The NSW Government offers grants to communities across NSW to support the building, renovation and fit-out of community infrastructure. Funding is available for sport and recreation facilities, arts and cultural infrastructure, as well as projects that assist communities with essential infrastructure and disaster readiness. Infrastructure Grants can be used for costs such as construction, the purchase of capital equipment and professional fees.

Sport & Recreation Category - $50,000 to $300,000 available per project

Arts

Art Grants offer support to artists in all fields of the arts to support them in creating their work, and free them up to concentrate on creating. These grants can cover all forms of the Arts including performance, collaborations, productions, publishing, recording and creative development.

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Ongoing	Quick response Small Projects - Create NSW	Small Project Grants support the creation, development and presentation of new work and professional development or promotion for NSW-based professional artists and arts and cultural workers. You can apply for between $500 and $5000 towards your project. Ongoing rounds.

Environment

Environmental Grants can support community groups undertaking projects that will make a positive difference to the natural living environment, on land or in air, rural or urban. We will direct organisations and individuals to the right support grants available.

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Agriculture

Funding, grants and assistance for agriculture industries can be found here.

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16 June 2022	Special Disaster Grants – NSW Severe Weather & Flooding November 2021	The NSW and Australian Governments have announced additional assistance measures to support primary producers who have been impacted by the floods and severe weather that occurred during November and December 2021. Assistance is now being provided to 48 local government areas in NSW through the jointly funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA). Primary producers recovering from the devastating impacts of floods are receiving vital support, with Special Disaster Grants of up to $50,000 now available. Once approved, eligible primary producers can access $10,000 in assistance up-front, with a further $40,000 in financial assistance available thereafter upon submission of valid tax invoices.

Drought

Funding, grants and assistance for drought affected communities can be found here.

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Currently closed but keep watch for a new round in 2022	FRRR Future Drought Fund's Networks to Build Drought Resilience	The Future Drought Fund’s Networks to Build Drought Resilience Program will fund community-led events, projects, activities, training, and small-scale infrastructure that assist communities to build their capacity by strengthening social and community networking, support, engagement, and wellbeing to be more prepared for, and resilient to, the impacts of drought. Projects that are community-led and focus on locally defined solutions to building drought resilience will be prioritised.

Ongoing	On-Farm Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate – NSW	To provide funding for one-off rebates to eligible primary producers for the costs associated with the purchase and installation of on-farm water infrastructure that addresses animal welfare needs, permanent planting needs and improves resilience to drought.

Business

Funding, grants and assistance for businesses can be found here.

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Available until 30 June 2022	Small Business Fees & Charges Rebate	If you are a sole trader, the owner of a small business or a not-for-profit organisation in NSW, you may be eligible for a small business fees and charges rebate of $1500. Funds can be used to offset the costs of eligible NSW and local government fees and charges. These include, but are not limited to: food authority licences; liquor licences; tradesperson licences; event fees; outdoor seating fees; council rates.

Grant Success Stories

In the 2019/20 financial year, eleven grants have been successful to a total value: $6,452,382.00. We continue to strive for more success stories for our community. Please contact us if you need help with your next grant application.

Community Group Success Story

The Forbes Dragon Boat Club were successful in obtaining a grant through Forbes Shire Council's Community Funding Program. The club has purchased a new trailer with the funds to help them move their 10's boat in and out of the water and into storage. Well done to those involved and happy rowing!

Dragon Boat 1