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We offer a range of grants to help our community implement projects, run events or provide services to the City.
Our grants
| Grant | Funding | Open | Close |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Grants | Up to $3,000 for small, new and one-off projects or up to $2,000 for equipment | 17 February 2025 | 17 March 2025 |
| Annual Community Strengthening Grants | Up to $10,000 for community events and equipment | 14 April 2025 | 12 May 2025 |
| Triennial Operational Grants | Up to $15,000 and $80,000 for services, celebrations and events | Late 2025 | |
| Community Services Triennial Grants | Open to incorporated, not-for-profit, community-based organisations that provide services to vulnerable members of the community. | 16 June 2025 | 8 August 2025 |
| Climate Action Grants | Up to $10,000 for climate action projects | 14 April 2025 | 12 May 2025 |
| Individual Participation Grants | Up to 75% of annual sports club fees (capped at $200) | Available all year | |
| Individual Achievement Grants | Up to $200 for events held within Australia and $300 for events held outside Australia for individuals who are selected to compete, perform or represent their chosen sport, recreation, arts or cultural field. | Available all year | |
| Community Arts Venue | In-kind usage of high-quality performance spaces and function rooms at Hawthorn Arts Centre and Kew Court House. | Available all year |
Get help with your grant
For general enquiries about the grants program, please contact the Community Development Officer (Grants and Partnerships) at [email protected] or on (03) 9278 4753.
Volunteer grant writers
We’re recruiting volunteer grant writers to assist organisations to develop and complete their applications. If your organisation would benefit from this help, contact us at [email protected] or on (03) 9278 4753.
Free internet access
Boroondara Library Services provides free internet access. To book a library computer, phone (03) 9278 4666 or go to our Book study rooms and computers page.
Additional resources for your application
Data on health, education, housing, economy and diversity is available on our History and demographics page.
You can learn about what you can do to make your event more inclusive through our Make your event accessible page.