Triennial Operational Grants

Applications for the 2026–29 Triennial Operational Grants will open at 9 am Monday 1 December 2025.

Triennial Operational Grants support operating and program costs associated with the delivery of services, celebrations and events in Boroondara.

Triennial Operational Grants are part of Council's Community Grants program, which funds activities that respond to the social, cultural, recreational and environmental needs of Boroondara residents. The objectives of the Community Strengthening Grants program are to:

• increase participation of residents in their community
• increase inclusion and representation of under-represented groups and issues
• develop innovative approaches to local issues
• assist groups and volunteers to develop skills and build capacity
• encourage the sustainability and better governance of community organisations
• encourage partnerships between local organisations and the development of local community networks.

Boroondara Community Plan

The Boroondara Community Plan (BCP) is our key strategic document, and the activities and projects funded through the Community Grants program reflect its themes and aims.

Following the adoption of the refreshed BCP by Council on Monday 24 October 2025, the Community Grants Policy 2025 has been updated to strengthen this alignment.

Previously, applicants selected from one of 6 grant streams. From now on, you will apply under the relevant theme and aim of the BCP that best matches your project.

You can learn more about the plan and its themes on our Boroondara Community Plan 2025-2035 page.

Grant themes and aims

Applicants can apply for Triennial Operational Grants under the following themes and aims of the Boroondara Community Plan 2025-35:

Theme 1 - Our community

• 1.2 Health, wellbeing and social connection
• 1.3 Safety and resilience
• 1.5 Arts and Culture
• 1.6 Diversity and inclusion

Theme 2 - Our places

• 2.6 Local economy

Theme 3 - Our environment

• 3.1 Tree canopy and biodiversity
• 3.4 Circular economy

Theme 4 - Our Council

• 4.1 Reconciliation

Get help with your application

We also offer free Community Grant Information Sessions. They provide community groups and organisations with useful information about:

• how to apply
• the selection criteria
• the assessment process

They're also a great opportunity to ask questions.

RSVP to one of our Triennial Operational Grant information sessions to gain a clear understanding of the available small grants and how to apply. Registration is essential.

If you need any help or advice about the Triennial Operational Grants, please contact us on (03) 9278 4753.