Community Funding Program

Council is committed to supporting our local community to deliver projects and activities that help make Pyrenees an inclusive, happy, and healthy place to live and visit.

We offer monthly grants and subsidies, and annual project and capital grants through the Community Funding Program. 

The Annual Grants program is now open for applications, closing on 8 October 2025. Grants are available for:

  • Programs, Projects and Activities - Up to $2,000
  • Minor Capital Works - Up to $7,000
  • Equipment - Up to $2,000
  • Community Event Support - Up to $2,000
  • Tourism Event Sponsorship - Up to $5,000

Contact - It is mandatory to discuss your application with a Council Officer before applying. Initial enquiries can be made through the Community Development Team:

Please make sure you read the Program Guidelines(PDF, 1001KB) and discuss your application with a council officer before completing your application.

Responsive grants are available for urgent or time sensitive projects. More information can be found on our Responsive Grants page. Other funding opportunities can be found on our Other Grants page.  

Our Online Application Portal must be used to complete your applications. The portal provides information to help you complete an application. There is a Help Guide(PDF, 2MB) to support your first-time use of the portal.

Council staff are available to support your use of the system, by contacting us on 1300 797 363.

Please review program information pages nominated below.