Community groups and non-profit
Brisbane City Council's grants programs provide funding to help local non-profit community groups to develop and improve facilities and services in Brisbane. Grants are also given to individuals who require financial assistance to promote creativity and the arts, encourage historical, cultural and physical events and activities, take care of sick or injured native wildlife and help others in their community.
Download a copy of Council's Community Grants Policy (PDF - 136kb).
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Grants currently open
The following Council grants for community groups and non-profit organisations are currently open.
Lord Mayor's Suburban Initiative Fund
The Lord Mayor's Suburban Initiative Fund supports community groups in recognition of the vital contribution made towards building stronger communities in Brisbane.
Open: Applications open for most Council wards now
Grants currently closed
The following Council grants for community groups and non-profit organisations are currently closed.
Access and Inclusion Community Partnership Program
This program provides funds to community organisations, groups or networks for projects or services that improve access and inclusion in Brisbane.
Community Development and Capacity Building Grants
This grant provides funding to local non-profit community groups to improve and develop services.
Healthy and Physical Activity Grants
This grant provides funding to local non-profit community groups to increase participation in community sport and recreation.
Housing Support Program
This program provides funding to community organisations for projects or services that respond to the housing and social needs of homeless people, or those living in social housing.
Community Facility and Flood Recovery Grant Program
This program provides funding to local non-profit organisations to repair facilities damaged by the January 2011 floods.
Community Facility Grants Program
Council's Community Facility Grants provide funding to local non-profit organisations who are seeking to develop and improve their facilities.
Community Support Funding Program
This program offers financial assistance to community groups facing financial hardships and providers of affordable housing.
General questions
After viewing the programs, if you're not sure whether your project is suitable, phone Council on 07 3403 8888. Ask to speak to a Grants program officer who can also:
- give you advice on how to fill out the application form
- answer questions about the application process
