2026-high-learning-support-needs-funding-program-quarter-4-payments
Open
Closes in about 6 weeks
46d
Stated grant valueUp to $16,540
The eligibility criteria for HLSN funding may be categorised into two components: service eligibility criteria, and child eligibility criteria. Both must be satisfied in all cases, to be eligible for funding. The department reserves the right to pause or cease funding to any service if the eligibility criteria are no longer met.Service eligibility criteriaHLSN funding is only available for not-for-profit community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools or the Mobile Preschool Funding Program.The department will not provide HLSN funding for plac
2026-inclusive-environments-funding-program-quarter-4-payments
Open
Closes in about 6 weeks
46d
Stated grant valueUp to $20,000
Service eligibility criteriaAll IE funding is available only for community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools or the Mobile Preschool Funding ProgramChild Eligibility CriteriaFor child-based IE funding, the child/children must:be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July in that preschool; orturn 3 years old after 31 July in that preschool year and demonstrate exceptional circumstances. Exceptional circumstances are like or related to the following circumstances: any child or family that experiences out-of-home or alternative care arrangeme
2026-mobile-preschool-funding-program
Open
Closes in about 6 months
185d
Stated grant valueVariable from a total pool of up to approximately $20 million
The Mobile Preschool Funding program provides funding for the provision of preschool education delivered for 3 to 5 year old children enrolled in mobile preschools in regional and remote NSW, where access to centre-based preschools can be limited.
2026-start-strong-for-community-preschools
Open
Closes in about 6 months
185d
Stated grant valueVariable from a total pool of up to approximately $550 million
The Start Strong for Community Preschools program provides funding to deliver affordable quality preschool education for 3 to 5 year old children enrolled in eligible community and mobile preschools in NSW.
2026-start-strong-for-long-day-care
Open
Closes in about 6 months
185d
Stated grant valueThe program value is approximately $350 million to $380 million.
Who can apply 6.1 Service eligibility criteria and decision-makerTo be considered eligible for funding under any of the Start Strong for Long Day Care funding streams, a provider must ensure its service/s meet all of the following criteria:have service approval for its service to operate under either: the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 (National Law) and Education and Care Services National Regulations, and operate as a centre-based service and have checked the long day care Nature of Care field under Service Details on the National Quality Agenda IT System (NQAITS), orthe C
apply-for-the-family-energy-rebate-retail-customers
Open
Service NSW
No closing date — ongoing
You may be eligible if you live in NSW and all of the following apply: you have an electricity account for your home in NSWyou're the account holder (the account and bill must be in your name)you received the Family Tax Benefit in the 2024–25 financial year and you have:lodged your tax return for the 2024–25 financial year with the Australian Tax Office (ATO), andfinalised your entitlement to the Family Tax Benefit payments with Centrelink.
apply-for-the-taxi-transport-subsidy-scheme
Open
Service NSW
No closing date — ongoing
To apply for the TTSS, you must: be a permanent resident of Australianormally reside in NSWnot be a member of a similar scheme in another Australian state or territorybe over school age (preschool-aged children, regardless of disability, are not eligible)have a severe and permanent disability in one of the following categories:ambulatory, mobility or functionalvisual impairmentepilepsyintellectual disability (cognitive impairment)speech and/or hearing. Participation in TTSS is not means tested.
apply-for-an-active-and-creative-kids-voucher
Open
Service NSW
No closing date — ongoing
To be eligible for the voucher, a child must be: under the care of a parent, guardian or carer who is receiving in the current or previous financial year:Family Tax Benefit Part AFamily Tax Benefit Part Bboth Family Tax Benefit Part A and Family Tax Benefit Part Ba NSW residentaged between 4.5 and 18 years. If you have more than one eligible child, you can apply for them in the same application. Only one person can apply for the vouchers for a child.
apply-for-a-school-travel-pass
Open
Service NSW
No closing date — ongoing
Eligible school and TAFE students can get free travel on public transport to and from school or TAFE.
apply-for-the-assisted-school-travel-program
Open
Service NSW
No closing date — ongoing
School students living with disability who are enrolled in school in NSW may be able to get assistance with travel through the Assisted School Travel Program …
moree-after-hours-activities-for-young-people-quick-response-grants-nsw
Open
No closing date — ongoing
Stated grant valueFunding of between $500 and $10,000.
Small businesses, individuals and organisations.
GO8424
Closing soon
Department of Home Affairs · 131007 - Youth Services
Stated grant value$7,376,000.00
To be eligible to apply you must be Blue Light Victoria Incorporated (ABN 57722960386).
2026-aboriginal-families-as-teachers-round-2
Closing soon
Stated grant valueFrom $62,644 to $273,221
Who can apply Applications for AFaT must be from:Aboriginal community-controlled organisations (ACCO) oran Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander organisation (e.g., Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations (ORIC) registration, Supply Nation or Indigenous Chamber of Commerce, documentation showing 51% Aboriginal ownership, or any other relevant documentation)A not-for-profit service located in an eligible location (see list below).andhave proposed program activities developed by a qualified Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) and implemented by a certificate III, diploma qualified early
GO8474
Verification pending
Department of Education · 191005 - Primary and Secondary Schools
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Stated grant value$325,000.00
The following organisation is invited to submit a proposal: Dorothea Mackellar Memorial Society Inc
u25-go
Verification pending
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Stated grant valueA grant of between $500,000 and $2,000,000 to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
State or territory peak Police Citizens’ Youth Clubs (PCYC), state or territory peak Blue Light Organisations or an organisation nominated by the Northern Territory Department of Territory Families, Housing and Communities.
genomics-health-futures-mission-projects-grants
Verification pending
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Stated grant valueUp to $5 million for genomics research projects.
In Round 1, researchers with projects in one of the following areas: cancers and diseases with high mortality and low survivability paediatric acute care genomic research for clinically ill children ethical, legal and social issues related to genomics in health care
maker-projects-community-stem-engagement-grants
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueGrants from $20,000 to $100,000.
STEM-related organisations such as a business or university, to deliver maker projects to students and youth under 18 years of age.
maker-projects-community-stem-engagement-grants-2022
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueGrants from $20,000 to $100,000.
Organisations that deliver maker projects to students and youth under 18 years. A particular focus are under-represented groups, including girls, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, youth living in regional, rural and remote locations, people with disability and people from educationally disadvantaged backgrounds.
maker-projects-community-stem-engagement-grants-2024
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueGrants from $20,000 to $100,000.
Organisations that deliver maker projects to students and youth under 18 years. A particular focus are under-represented groups including young women and girls, First Nations peoples, youth living in regional, rural and remote locations, youth with a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) background, people with disability and people from educationally disadvantaged backgrounds.
maker-projects-community-stem-engagement-grants-2026
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueGrants from $20,000 to $100,000.
Organisations that deliver community‑based Maker Projects for students and youth under 18 years of age. The opportunity particularly supports projects that increase access and participation for groups historically under‑represented in STEM, including: women and girls First Nations peoples young people living in regional, rural and remote areas people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds people with disability, and young people from low socio‑economic or educationally disadvantaged backgrounds.
medical-research-future-fund-congenital-heart-disease
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueUp to $10 million to develop new diagnoses and treatment options.
Ideally, researchers with projects targeting: preventing neurodevelopmental and mental health complications understanding the impact of prenatal and postnatal factors affecting the health of children born with CHD and their families exploring the role of exercise and increased activity in reducing the impact of CHD
national-taxonomy-research-grant-program-2026-27
Verification pending
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Stated grant valueGrants up to: $10,000 for Non-salaried Researcher, Honours and Masters Scholarship Grants $20,000 for PhD Scholarship Support Grants. Required 50% co-funding for grants up to: $20,000 for Early Career Research Grants $300,000 for Research Grants $375,000 for Postdoctoral Fellowship Grants.
Australian Honours and Masters and PhD students, researchers, Non-salaried researchers, Postdoctoral fellowship researchers and early career researchers. Host institutions include Australian museums, herbaria, universities and other government agencies that have some focus on the science of taxonomy and systematics.
nuclear-powered-submarines-technical-scholarships
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueA grant of up to $15.848 million to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
Incorporated entities located in Australia.
safer-communities-fund-round-6-early-intervention-grants
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueGrants from $200,000 to $1.5 million
To be eligible you must: have an Australian business number (ABN) not be currently funded for an Early Intervention project under Round 5 of the Safer Communities Fund and be one of the following entities: an incorporated association an incorporated not-for-profit organisation. Joint applications are acceptable, provided you have a lead applicant who is the legal entity responsible for the project and is eligible to apply. Eligibility letters You must meet all eligibility criteria set out in section 4 of the grant opportunity guidelines. This includes the submission with your application of 2 signed eligibility letters on the templates provided that confirms: you are active in engaging youth at high risk in your community of focus your organisation delivers or has delivered programs that engage youth at-risk of engaging in crime or anti-social behaviour.
sponsorship-grants-for-student-science-engagement-and-international-competitions
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant value$1,500 to $15,000 to sponsor eligible Australian students.
What are the eligibility criteria? A sponsor organisation must apply on behalf of a student or group of students. To be eligible you must have an Australian business number (ABN) and be one of the following entities: a primary or secondary school that is registered with the relevant authority an incorporated not for profit organisation an entity incorporated in Australia and be able to enter into a grant agreement in your own right or through an affiliated entity. Schools Government schools in New South Wales (NSW), South Australia (SA), Tasmania (TAS) and Western Australia (WA) are not legal entities in their own right. You must include your relevant state or territory education department’s ABN as Collaborator in your application in order to enter into a grant agreement. Non-government schools including catholic organisations that are unincorporated entities must apply through a related incorporated entity in order to enter into a grant agreement.
sponsorship-grants-for-student-science-engagement-and-international-competitions-2023
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueGrants of between $1,500 and $15,000 to sponsor eligible Australian students to participate in STEM engagement events, activities and competitions. The maximum grant amount per student for Australian hosted events is $2,000 and $5,000 for events requiring international travel.
Schools, incorporated not-for-profit organisations and entities incorporated in Australia applying on the behalf of a student or group of students.
sponsorship-grants-for-student-science-engagement-and-international-competitions-2024
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueGrants of between $1,500 and $15,000 to sponsor eligible Australian students to participate in STEM engagement events, activities and competitions. The maximum grant amount per student for Australian hosted events is $2,000 and $5,000 for events requiring international travel.
Schools, incorporated not-for-profit organisations and entities incorporated in Australia applying on the behalf of a student or group of students.
sponsorship-grants-for-student-science-engagement-and-international-competitions-2025
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueGrants of between $1,500 and $15,000 to sponsor eligible Australian students to participate in STEM engagement events, activities and competition. The maximum grant amount per student for Australian hosted events is $2,000 and $5,000 for events requiring international travel.
Eligible organisations, such as schools and community groups, can apply on behalf of a student or group of students.
sponsorship-grants-for-student-science-engagement-and-international-competitions-2026
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueGrants from $1,500 and up to $15,000 or $25,000 depending on the stream to sponsor eligible Australian students to participate in STEM engagement events, activities and competitions. The maximum grant amount per student for Australian hosted events is $2,000 and $7,500 for events requiring international travel.
Eligible incorporated organisations including Australian primary and secondary schools on the Australian Schools List can apply on behalf of enrolled students under 18 years.
community-support-funding/international-students
Verification pending
City of Sydney · Community support funding
Close date being confirmed
cultural-support-funding/rehearsal-space-students-school-groups
Verification pending
City of Sydney · Cultural support funding
Close date being confirmed
postvention-support-for-children-young-people-and-families-bereaved-by-suicide
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant value$450,000
The program will support children, young people and families to develop mental tools and coping skills to work through the feelings of guilt, shame and blame that are associated with suicide bereavement grief.
youth-week-2024
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueFrom $2,588 to $5,748
The Youth Week program provides one-off, time limited grants to NSW Local Councils. The program is a private, non-competitive program. Funding is for youth participation and inclusion activities during Youth Week (April each year).
minister-for-regional-youth-discretionary-fund
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueThe fund is discretionary and the grant amounts vary.
Funding for small-scale community projects.
youth-empowerment-program
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueA grant of between $300,000 and $1 million to cover up to 100% of eligible expenditure.
An incorporated association or an incorporated not-for-profit organisation.
attendance-and-enrolment-technology-grant-for-community-preschools
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueUp to $5,000 (ex. GST).
The Attendance and Enrolment Technology Grant for Community Preschools supports eligible community preschools to apply for up to $5,000 (ex. GST) to purchase technology for the first time to track attendance and enrolment of children.
2024-start-strong-pathways
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueThe value of individual grants, including a single supplementary payment, is between $6,000 - $1.59 million (ex. GST)
The 2024 Start Strong Pathways program provides financial assistance to not-for-profit services to support the early learning needs of young children (aged 0-3 years old), offering families a pathway into more formal early childhood education.
additional-targeted-equity-loading
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueFunding is calculated using information submitted by preschools during the 2023 representative fortnight in the preschool census. Service level allocations will differ based on enrolment information.
Funding for eligible community and mobile preschools to support activities that increase inclusion and participation in early childhood education and care for children 3 years old and above from targeted equity cohorts.
2024-nsw-housing-fund
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant value$3,000,000
A one-off ad hoc grant payment of $3 million (excl GST) as a co-contribution of funds for the construction of Haven House. to accommodate young people aged 16 to 24 experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.
first-2000-days
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant value$350,000
This grant leverages on insights from NSW Child E-Cohort Project data to support improvements in the planning, delivery and coordination of services and support for mothers, babies, children, and families in NSW.
regional-industry-education-partnerships-riep-grants-program-2024-25
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueFrom $5,000 to $75,000
The following organisations are eligible applicants: NSW schools: government or registered non-government schools with student enrolments in Stages 4, 5 or 6 (school Years 7 to 12)Incorporated charities or not-for-profit entities registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations, NSW Fair Trading or other equivalent regulatory bodiesRegistered Training Organisations (RTOs) that are current contracted NSW Smart and Skilled providers under normal operations with no serious compliance or quality issues identifiedBusi
anglicare-next-level-dfv-program-ad-hoc-grant
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant value$250,000
Anglicare North Coast was funded by the Department of Social Services under the National Plan to Reduce Violence against Women and their Children to deliver the Next Level program.
2024-start-strong-for-long-day-care-1
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueVariable from a total pool of up to approximately $350 million
The 2024 Start Strong for Long Day Care program provides funding to deliver affordable quality preschool education to children aged 3 and above who are enrolled in eligible long day care services in NSW.
community-development-fund/youth-week-2025
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueFrom $2,588 to $5,748
The Youth Week program provides one-off, time limited grants to NSW Local Councils. The program is a private, non-competitive program. Funding is for youth participation and inclusion activities during Youth Week (April each year).
2024-start-strong-for-community-preschools
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueVariable from a total pool of up to approximately $510 million
The Start Strong for Community Preschools program provides funding to deliver affordable quality preschool education for 3 to 5-year-old children enrolled in eligible community and mobile preschools in NSW.
aho-tertiary-accommodation-grants-fy24/25
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueFrom $5,000 to $10,000
Grants are available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolled with any tertiary institutions located in NSW. Applicants must be enrolled in study and demonstrate that they are in financial hardship to access the grants.
regional-conservatorium-grants-program-2025/26-2027/28
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueFunding is conditional on the Department receiving an appropriate annual allocation from NSW Government appropriation.
The RCGP aims to provide a wide range of music education, performance and engagement opportunities for NSW schools, students, teachers and community members in regional, rural and remote areas.
support-for-australian-childrens-television-foundation
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant value$318,582
To support and distribute high-quality screen content that educates, entertains, and enriches the lives of Australian children.
aho-tertiary-accommodations-grants-fy25/26
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueFrom $5,000 to $10,000
Grants are available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students enrolled with any tertiary institutions located in NSW. Applicants must be enrolled in study and demonstrate that they are in financial hardship to access the grants.
stronger-places-stronger-people
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueFunding is awarded to select organisations that have received an SPSP grant from the Australian Government and is based on the specific needs of each project and the community.
Stronger Places, Stronger People is a community-led, partnership initiative designed to improve the lives of children and their families.
digital-goal-setting-program
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant value$700,000
This grant supports the development of a Digital Goal Setting Program that will support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in NSW public schools.
additional-targeted-equity-loading-atel
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueFunding is calculated using information submitted by preschools during the 2024 representative fortnight in the preschool census. Service level allocations will differ based on enrolment information
Funding for eligible community and mobile preschools to support activities that increase inclusion and participation in early childhood education and care for children 3 years old and above from targeted equity cohorts.
pooncarie-preschool
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant value$231,718
talent-development-project-2024-25
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant value$324,720
The program provides funding and opportunity to gain advice and assistance from professional entertainers for students in Years 10-12 in NSW public schools who aspire to have a career in the music and entertainment industry.
regional-conservatorium-grants-program-2024-2025
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant value$8,389,134
The Regional Conservatorium Grants Program offers a wide range of music education, training, performance and engagement opportunities for schools, students and community members in regional, rural and remote areas.
olympics-unleashed-2024-25
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant value$500,000
The program provides funding for Olympians and aspiring athletes into NSW schools to inspire, motivate and encourage students to be their personal best and unleash their potential.
2026-start-strong-pathways
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueFunding is as per grant eligibility in the 2026 Start Strong Pathways program guidelines.
The 2026 Pathways program has a specific focus on encouraging participation of children aged 0-3 years old to engage with and transition into early childhood education and care settings.
talent-development-project-2025-26
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant value$324,720
The program provides funding and opportunity to gain advice and assistance from professional entertainers for students in Years 10-12 in NSW public schools who aspire to have a career in the music and entertainment industry.
additional-targeted-equity-loading-2025
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant valueFunding is calculated using information submitted by preschools during the 2024 representative fortnight in the preschool census. Service level allocations will differ based on enrolment information
Funding for eligible community and mobile preschools to support activities that increase inclusion and participation in early childhood education and care for children 3 years old and above from targeted equity cohorts.
olympics-unleashed-2025-26
Verification pending
Close date being confirmed
Stated grant value$500,000
The program provides funding for Olympians and aspiring athletes into NSW schools to inspire, motivate and encourage students to be their personal best and unleash their potential.
get-back-game
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $362,650 to $1,154,020
Who can applyTo be eligible to apply for this Grant, an organisation must:be currently operating in NSWbe a legal entity with the capacity to contracthave an Australian Business Number (ABN)be registered for the purposes of GSThave an account with an Australian financial institution;be covered by public liability insurancebe financially viable andbe one of the following entity types: a company incorporated in Australia a company incorporated by guarantee an incorporated trustee on behalf of a trust an incorporated association a partnership a registered charity or not-for-profit organisation an
regional-youth-programs/our-region-our-voice-regional-youth-investment-program
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $150,000 to $3,000,000
Who can apply a local council recognised under relevant NSW legislation (excluding Greater Sydney Wollongong and Newcastle)regional joint organisation of councilsSection 355 Committees of Councils must apply in the name of the relevant Council and must have permission to applya not-for-profit and community organisations registered with the Australian Charities and not-for-profits Commission (ACNC)an association registered with NSW Fair Trading under the Associations Incorporation Act 2009an incorporated entity with an Australian Business Number (ABN) or an Australian Company Number (ACN)a Loca
regional-youth-programs/regional-youth-radio-program
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $10,000 to $25,000
Who can apply Eligible organisations must be one of the following:an incorporated entity and hold an Australian Business Number (ABN), Australian Company Number (ACN), be registered with NSW Fair Trading under the Associations Incorporation Act 2009 or incorporated under an Australian federal, state or territory Act of Parliament. a regional university or TAFE college.an eligible NSW Council, including:NSW regional councils (see Appendix A – Regional NSW Local Government Areas)NSW regional joint organisations of councilsSection 355 Committees of Council. Section 355 Committees of Councils must
children-and-young-people-wellbeing-recovery-initiative/large-grants-for-storm-and-flood-impacted-regions
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $50,000
Who can apply Eligible Local Government Areas from storm and flood impacted regions are encouraged to apply for funding.Funding can be used for a range of projects such as community events and social activities, training and cultural and community connections programs.Government and non-government organisations in Local Government Areas included in the Natural Disaster Declarations, with the Australian Government Reference Number (AGRN) 954 and 960, are eligible to apply including:local Councilsjoint Organisation of Councilsschoolsnot-for-profit organisationsresearch or academic organisations
children-and-young-people-wellbeing-recovery-initiative/large-grants-program-for-regional-nsw
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $10,000 to $50,000
Who can apply Funding recipients can be government or non-government organisations in eligible regional Local Government Areas (LGAs) such as:local councilscommunity groupsnot-for-profit organisationsLocal Aboriginal Land Councilschoolsneighbourhood centres.Please note, we have reached our funding cap for the below LGAs: Albury City CouncilArmidale City CouncilByron Shire CouncilRichmond Valley CouncilShellharbour City CouncilShoalhaven City CouncilWagga Wagga City Council Types of projects funded under this grant Programs that may be eligible for funding include, but are not limited to:commun
children-and-young-people-wellbeing-recovery-initiative/small-grants-program-for-regional-nsw
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $500 to $10,000
Who can apply Funding recipients can be government or non-government organisations in eligible regional Local Government Areas (LGAs) such as:local councilscommunity groupsnot-for-profit organisationsLocal Aboriginal Land Councilschoolsneighbourhood centres.Please note, we have reached our funding cap for the below LGAs: Central Coast CouncilDubbo Regional CouncilLake Macquarie City CouncilShoalhaven City CouncilTweed Shire Council Types of project funded under this grant Programs that may be eligible for funding include, but are not limited to:community events and social activitiessport and r
stem-student-competition-sponsorship-program-2023
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $10,000
For a grant activity to be eligible it must be a STEM research competition.The Competition research area must fall under at least one of the following categories:Mathematical, information and computing sciencesPhysical, chemical and earth sciencesEngineering, environmental sciences and energy innovationBiological and biotechnological sciences.Sponsorship grants will be available for student competition research projects from January 2023 to December 2023.Applicants must have confirmation of competition registration and established project plans or seek written permission from OCSE to apply for
student-wellbeing-innovation-fund
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $200,000
Who can apply Organisations must meet the following eligibility criteria before submitting a grant application:be an incorporated charities or not-for-profit entities registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations, NSW Fair Trading or other equivalent regulatory bodies;orbe registered businesses with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) and classed as a small business under the ATOs definition (annual turnover of $10 million or less). Who can’t apply Applications from organisations that p
cancer-institute-nsw-travel-grants
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $15,000
The travel grants are open to students undertaking their PhD, and early and mid-career researchers (0-10 years post PhD) who have submitted or intend to submit an abstract for presentation at a virtual, national, or international conference. Who can apply students doing their PhDearly and mid-career researchers (0-10 years post PhD). What can’t you apply for Per diem and meal reimbursement are not claimable expenses.
before-and-after-school-care-basc-innovation-grant
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $80,000
youth-opportunities-program/2023-youth-opportunities-grant-applications
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $10,000 to $50,000
Who can apply incorporated not-for-profit community organisations operating in NSWNSW Local Councils Who can't apply Commonwealth or State Government agenciesschools (including Parents and Citizens Associations), a university or TAFE collegeindividuals or sole traderscommercial for-profit organisationssub-contractors engaged to manage or deliver the project on behalf of non-eligible organisations Type of projects funded under this grant Projects should focus on giving young people the opportunity to develop a range of skills, includinglife skills and healthy behavioursleadership, communication
local-dfv-committee-grants
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $1,800
Who can apply To qualify as a Local Domestic and Family Violence Committee, you must:be a formally recognised forum with documented terms of reference, where organisations in a local area (government and non-government) providing services to women, men and children experiencing domestic and family violence, can discuss issues of concern, and enhance inter-agency responses to women, men and children who experience domestic and family violence be a body with membership from both government agencies and non-government organisationshave members with demonstrated expertise in addressing domestic an
flexible-initiatives-trial/ecec-flexible-initiatives-trial
Closed
Stated grant valueVariable from a total pool of $20 million
This $20 million, 2-year (2023 to 2025), test and trial program aims to support early childhood education and care providers to provide new or adapted, flexible operating models to offer increased availability of education and care.
2024-inclusive-environments-funding-program
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $20,000
Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for Community Preschools (including mobile preschools) receiving NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools funding.In addition, to be eligible for the service-based inclusion readiness funding, the Community Preschool must not have previously received HLSN or MCW funding and it must not have any children with disability recorded as attending the service in the 2023 Annual Preschool Census.Child Eligibility CriteriaFor child-based IE funding, the child/children need to have constant and ongoing support needs and require significant adju
stem-student-competition-sponsorship-program-2024
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $10,000
Who can apply The applicants must be enrolled or employed at:a NSW universitypublic sector research institutionfrom the NSW communities sector.The competition research area must fall into at least one of these categories:mathematical, information and computing sciencesphysical, chemical and earth sciencesengineering, environmental sciences and energy innovationbiological and biotechnological sciences. Who can’t apply Applicants are not eligible if they receive more than 50% of estimated funding for the competition from NSW Government agencies other than the Department. Expenses from additional
supporting-young-scientists-equity-and-access-program
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $10,000
Who is eligible to apply for the grant? Grants will be available to NSW high school students undertaking STEM-related activities between November 2023 and December 2024. Grant funding will be considered for students who identify with at least 1 of the following groups. For student teams, composition must reflect diversity, equity and inclusion which can include participants who identify with at least 1 of the following groups:experiencing financial hardshipfrom remote or regional areasfrom a low socio-economic backgroundAboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderfrom any other background that might
regional-youth-programs/holiday-break-program
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $7,000
To be eligible for grant funding, an applicant must:have an Australian Business Number (ABN) acknowledge that funding will only be made available to the applicant on successful execution of a funding agreementeither currently hold public liability insurance of not less than $20 million per occurrence or better self-insurance to the satisfaction of the Department, or confirm willingness to obtain relevant insurance prior to executing a Funding agreement with the Departmentbe an eligible applicant. Who can apply To be eligible for grant funding, an applicant must meet each of the following requi
health-and-development-participation-grants-2024
Closed
Stated grant value$7,500
Who can apply Not-for-profit community preschool (centre based or mobile);Not-for-profit long day care (as identified in the National Quality Agenda IT system, or where sufficient evidence is provided upon request), including a local government managed service;Multifunctional Aboriginal Children’s Service*;Aboriginal Child and Family Centre*Aboriginal Controlled Community Organisation*; andStandalone for-profit long day care (defined as for profit providers operating a single long day care service as identified by the National Quality Agenda IT system); Types of projects funded under this gran
natural-hazards-stem-support-program
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $400,000
To be eligible for the program applicants must:have an Australian Business Number (ABN)have an account with an Australian financial institutionbe headquartered in NSWdemonstrate that all project activities will take place in NSW schoolsensure all grant monies are used on activities undertaken to deliver the program in NSW schoolsdemonstrate alignment to content descriptions and student learning outcomes in relevant fields in the NSW curriculum for students in K-12demonstrate any funding received from other NSW or other state or federal government grant programs does not duplicate activities re
natural-hazards-stem-support-program-0
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $10,000 to $400,000
Who can apply To be eligible for the Program applicants must:have an Australian Business Number (ABN)have an account with an Australian financial institutionbe headquartered in NSWdemonstrate that all project activities will take place in NSW schoolsensure all grant monies are used on activities undertaken to deliver the program in NSW schoolsdemonstrate alignment to content descriptions and student learning outcomes in relevant fields in the NSW curriculum for students in K-12demonstrate any funding received from other NSW or other state or federal government grant programs do not duplicate a
regional-youth-programs/alumni-school-events-program
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $2,000
Who can apply All government and registered non-government secondary schools in regional NSW are eligible to apply (excluding Greater Sydney, Newcastle and Wollongong Local Government Area (LGA). Event type Only one event per school will be eligible to receive funding.Events must:be endorsed by the school principalinvolve past students of the school sharing their career experiences with current students address the program purpose and objectivesbe delivered between 8 August 2023 and 14 June 2024be student led and/or students contribute to the planning and organisation of the eventinclude cost
digital-games-seed-development-program-2023-24
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $30,000
Who can apply Please see the Screen NSW website for the full guidelines.All applicants need to fulfil the following criteria: If an individual, the applicant must be a NSW resident (i.e., lived and operated in NSW for at least six months immediately before the application) If a company, the applicant must be incorporated in Australia and taken to be registered in NSW, have their central management and control in Australia and carry out business in Australia Applicants must have an ABNApplicants must not be full-time secondary or tertiary students; or employing students who are currently studyi
formative-assessment-year-before-school-project-2024
Closed
Stated grant valueParticipating services will receive up to $8,000 (ex GST) of funding
This project invites eligible services to explore existing formative assessment tools and determine what resources and supports the sector needs to uplift and sustain effective formative assessment practices across all NSW ECEC services.
business-capability-development-program
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $13,650
Enhance the viability and sustainability of NSW ECEC Services, operating under small NSW Providers located within the 3 SA3 trial locations Campbelltown, Coffs Harbour and Dubbo.
assistive-technology-rural-access-project-at-wrap
Closed
Stated grant value$1,548,720
The project will train 80 allied health clinicians and students, deliver 40 individualised AT packages to people with TBI (with half targeting those over 40 years), and conduct 16 technology showcases across the regions. By building on existing rural rehabilitation services rather than creating new infrastructure, the model aims to be more feasible and sustainable in resource-constrained rural settings.AT-wRAP addresses the gap where people with TBI face cognitive challenges in attention, memory and executive function that can be effectively supported by electronic AT solutions, but rural clin
flexible-initiatives-trial/early-childhood-education-and-care-flexible-initiatives-trial-round-2
Closed
Stated grant valueVariable from a total pool of $20 million
This $20 million, 2-year (2023 to 2025), test and trial program aims to support early childhood education and care providers to provide new or adapted, flexible operating models to offer increased availability of education and care.
moree-youth-services-quick-response-grants
Closed
Stated grant valueApplicants can apply for up to $25,000 if the project will have significant impact. This will require written approval from the NSW Premier’s Department and will be assessed on a case by case basis.
Who can apply An individual who lives, works, studies, volunteers, or has a cultural connection to the Moree Shire LGA.OR A not-for-profit organisation, agency or group based, or delivering services, in the Moree Shire LGA. These include:Incorporated organisation registered as a not-for-profit association.Community organisation registered as an incorporated not-for-profit association.Trust that is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-Projects Commission (ACNC)Local Aboriginal Land CouncilAn Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Corporation registered under the Corporations (
youth-opportunities-program/previous-recipients/youth-opportunities-program-2024/25-round-13
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $10,000 to $50,000
Funding is for new projects that enable marginalised young people to lead and participate in community development activities.
health-and-development-participation-grant-round-2
Closed
Stated grant value$7,500
Who can apply Multifunctional Aboriginal Children’s ServiceAboriginal Child and Family CentreAboriginal Controlled Community Organisation Types of projects funded under this grant Implementation of the Health and Development Checks in ECEC program before 31st May 2025
supporting-young-scientists-equity-access-program-2024-25
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $2,500 to $10,000
Who can apply Grant funding will be considered for students who identify with at least one of the following groups. For student teams, composition must reflect diversity, equity and inclusion which includes participants who identify with at least one of the following groups:experiencing financial hardshipfrom remote or regional areasfrom a low socio-economic backgroundAboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderliving with a disabilityfrom any other background that might need support.A student can only be included in one application per funding round/per year.You can only apply for one round within t
2024-high-learning-support-needs-funding
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $15,402
To be eligible for this funding, service eligibility and child eligibility criteria are applied. All applications will be considered by the department on a case-by-case basis.Service eligibility criteria This funding is available only for Community Preschools (including mobile preschools) who are currently in receipt of NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools funding or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.Child eligibility criteria To be eligible for this funding, the child must:be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July in that preschool year and not in compulsory schooling; orturn at l
2025-high-learning-support-needs-funding-program-quarter-1-provisional-prepayment
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $15,984
To be eligible for this funding, service eligibility and child eligibility criteria are applied. All applications will be considered by the Department on a case by case basis.Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for Community Preschools (including mobile preschools) who are currently in receipt of NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools funding or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.Child eligibility criteriaTo be eligible for this funding, the child must:be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July in that preschool year and not in compulsory schooling; orturn at lea
2025-inclusive-environments-funding-program-quarter-1-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $20,000
Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for Community Preschools (including mobile preschools) who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools Funding Program or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.In addition, to be eligible for the service-based inclusion readiness funding, the Community Preschool must not have previously received High Learning Support Needs (HLSN) or IE funding and it must not have any children with disability recorded as attending the service in the 2024 Annual Preschool Census or, where applicable, an ad hoc data submissi
2025-high-learning-support-needs-funding-quarter-1-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $15,984
To be eligible for this funding, service eligibility and child eligibility criteria are applied. All applications will be considered by the Department on a case by case basis.Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for Community Preschools (including mobile preschools) who are currently in receipt of NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools funding or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.Child eligibility criteriaTo be eligible for this funding, the child must:be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July in that preschool year and not in compulsory schooling; orturn at lea
health-and-development-participation-grant-fy24/25
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $1,500 to $7,500
Who can apply Not-for-profit community preschool (centre based or mobile);Not-for-profit long day care (as identified in the National Quality Agenda IT system, or where sufficient evidence is provided upon request), including a local government managed service;Multifunctional Aboriginal Children’s Service*;Aboriginal Child and Family Centre*Aboriginal Controlled Community Organisation*; andStandalone for-profit long day care (defined as for profit providers operating a single long day care service as identified by the National Quality Agenda IT system); Types of projects funded under this gran
stem-student-competition-sponsorship-program-2025
Closed
Stated grant valueEach successful applicant can apply for and receive up to $10,000 (excluding GST).
Who can apply To be eligible for the Program applicants must be enrolled or employed at a NSW university or public sector research institution. Types of projects funded under this grant For a grant activity to be eligible it must be a STEM research competition.The Competition research area must fall under at least one of the following categories: Mathematical, information and computing sciences Physical, chemical and earth sciences Engineering, environmental sciences and energy innovation Biological and biotechnological sciences. Sponsorship grants will be available to student teams attending
band-association-of-nsw-community-band-development-grants-2025
Closed
Stated grant valueMaximum of $2000.
Who can apply Only community bands who are members of the Band Association of NSW and who are located in an NSW Local Government Area are eligible to apply for this funding. Types of projects funded under this grant Funding is available to support and promote banding by means of increasing banding activity within NSW communities, increasing performance standards and growing audience numbers through:Workshops and Band Camps which involves a combined adult and youth band skill development and / or integration aspect and a general public focused performance.Band organization outreach program to s
2025-high-learning-support-needs-funding-quarter-2-priority-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $15,984
To be eligible for this funding, service eligibility and child eligibility criteria are applied. All applications will be considered by the Department on a case by case basis.Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for community preschools (including mobile preschools) who are currently in receipt of NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools funding or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.Child eligibility criteriaTo be eligible for this funding, the child must:be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July in that preschool year and not in compulsory schooling; orturn at lea
digital-games-seed-development-program-2024-25
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $30,000
Who can apply Please see the Screen NSW website for the full guidelines.All applicants need to fulfil the following criteria: If an individual, the applicant must be a NSW resident (i.e., lived and operated in NSW for at least six months immediately before the application).If a company, the applicant must be incorporated in Australia and taken to be registered in NSW, have their central management and control in Australia and carry out business in Australia. Applicants must have an ABN. Applicants must not be full-time secondary or tertiary students; or employing students who are currently stu
supporting-young-scientists-equity-access-program-2024-25-round-2
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $2,500 to $10,000
Who can apply Grant funding will be considered for students who identify with at least one of the following groups. For student teams, composition must reflect diversity, equity and inclusion which includes participants who identify with at least one of the following groups:experiencing financial hardshipfrom remote or regional areasfrom a low socio-economic backgroundAboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderliving with a disabilityfrom any other background that might need support.A student can only be included in one application per funding round/per year.You can only apply for one round within t
2025-inclusive-environments-funding-program-quarter-2-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $20,000
Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for Community Preschools (including mobile preschools) who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools Funding Program or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.In addition, to be eligible for the service-based inclusion readiness funding, the Community Preschool must not have previously received High Learning Support Needs (HLSN) or IE funding and it must not have any children with disability recorded as attending the service in the 2024 Annual Preschool Census or, where applicable, an ad hoc data submissi
2025-high-learning-support-needs-funding-quarter-2-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $15,984
To be eligible for this funding, service eligibility and child eligibility criteria are applied. All applications will be considered by the Department on a case by case basis.Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for Community Preschools (including mobile preschools) who are currently in receipt of NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools funding or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.Child eligibility criteriaTo be eligible for this funding, the child must:be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July in that preschool year and not in compulsory schooling; orturn at lea
expression-of-interest-to-provide-residential-rehabilitation-for-people-children
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $1,424,250
Ministerial approval was given for this targeted EOI to be released to NGOs that are already providing AOD residential rehabilitation for people (couples and/or single people regardless of gender) with children.
family-based-aod-psychosocial-support-ngo-grant-program
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $682,600
Who can apply To be eligible for the grant you must:Be a non-government organisationBe a not-for-profit organisationEnsure the activity is delivered within the Greater Newcastle region in the LGAs of Newcastle, Maitland, Cessnock, Lake Macquarie and Port StephensDemonstrate delivery of quality AOD psychosocial support servicesSubmit your application by the due dateSubmit your application in full Who can’t apply You cannot apply if you are:an individual/sa Federal, State or local government agency or body or an affiliate health organisationa for-profit organisationduplicating a service under an
building-early-learning-places-program
Closed
Stated grant valueVariable from a total Program budget of $20 million
The Building Early Learning Places Program aims to help not-for-profit providers in the early childhood education and care sector create more spaces for children aged 0 to 6 for communities with the greatest immediate need.
2025-high-learning-support-needs-funding-quarter-3-priority-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $15,984
To be eligible for this funding, service eligibility and child eligibility criteria are applied. All applications will be considered by the Department on a case-by-case basis.Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for community preschools (including mobile preschools) who are currently in receipt of NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools funding or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.Child eligibility criteriaTo be eligible for this funding, the child must:be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July in that preschool year and not in compulsory schooling; orturn at lea
strengthening-youth-resilience
Closed
Stated grant value$200,000
Who can apply This grant is only available for not-for-profit organisations based in NSW that have an Australian Business Number (ABN).Applicants should demonstrate their not-for-profit status by being one of the following:incorporated non-government organisations (not-for-profit)registered Associations under an Act of Parliamentregistered cooperatives under an Act of Parliamenta company limited by Guaranteea company limited by shares (non-profit distributing)a community-based organisation registered or established under an Act that is not-for-profitan Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
2025-inclusive-environments-funding-program-inclusion-readiness-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $5,000
This funding is available only for community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools or the Mobile Preschool Funding Program.In addition, to be eligible for the service-based Inclusion Readiness funding, the community preschool must:not have previously received High Learning Support Needs (HLSN) or Inclusive Environments (IE) fundingnot have any children with disability recorded as attending the service in the 2024 Annual Preschool Census or where applicable, an ad hoc data submission in 2024.FundingUp to $5,000 (ex GST) per community preschool
2025-high-learning-support-needs-funding-quarter-3-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $15,984
To be eligible for this funding, service eligibility and child eligibility criteria are applied. All applications will be considered by the Department on a case by case basis.Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for Community Preschools (including mobile preschools) who are currently in receipt of NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools funding or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.Child eligibility criteriaTo be eligible for this funding, the child must:be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July in that preschool year and not in compulsory schooling; orturn at lea
2025-inclusive-environments-funding-program-quarter-3-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $20,000
Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for Community Preschools (including mobile preschools) who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools Funding Program or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.In addition, to be eligible for the service-based inclusion readiness funding, the Community Preschool must not have previously received High Learning Support Needs (HLSN) or IE funding and it must not have any children with disability recorded as attending the service in the 2024 Annual Preschool Census or, where applicable, an ad hoc data submissi
moree-after-hours-activities-grants
Closed
Stated grant valueTier 1 – grants for individuals between $500 and $2,000. Tier 2 – grants for individuals, small businesses and community organisations between $2,000 and $10,000
Who can apply An individual who lives, works, studies, volunteers, or has a cultural connection to the Moree Shire LGAA not-for-profit organisation, agency or group based, or delivering services, in the Moree Shire LGASmall businesses with 5 or less employees
2024-start-strong-for-long-day-care-application-form
Closed
Stated grant valueFunding will be calculated based on enrolment information.
Who can apply Not Applicable Who the grant is targeted towards Not Applicable Types of projects funded under this grant Not Applicable Outcomes for projects funded under this grant Not Applicable What costs you can apply for Not Applicable Who can’t apply Not Applicable What costs you can't apply for Not Applicable Types of projects not funded under this grant Not Applicable Example projects Not Applicable What co-contributions are required Not Applicable
2025-high-learning-support-needs-funding-quarter-4-priority-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $15,984
To be eligible for this funding, service eligibility and child eligibility criteria are applied. All applications will be considered by the Department on a case-by-case basis.Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for community preschools (including mobile preschools) who are currently in receipt of NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools funding or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.Child eligibility criteriaTo be eligible for this funding, the child must:be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July in that preschool year and not in compulsory schooling; orturn at lea
preschool-attendance-boosting-project-application-form
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $1 to $200,000
Who can apply The targeted competitive grants are available to up to 50 eligible services in the Campbelltown, Fairfield, Kempsey or Walgett Local Government Areas (LGA). Please refer to section '4. Grant Eligibility' of the Preschool Attendance Boosting Project Program Guidelines for a full description of eligibility. Types of projects funded under this grant For the purpose of this project, activities should primarily focus on supporting children who are enrolled in the service to attend their enrolment schedule. Attendance boosting activities are those that aim to increase attendance and ma
2025-high-learning-support-needs-funding-quarter-4-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $15,984
To be eligible for this funding, service eligibility and child eligibility criteria are applied. All applications will be considered by the Department on a case by case basis.Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for Community Preschools (including mobile preschools) who are currently in receipt of NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools funding or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.Child eligibility criteriaTo be eligible for this funding, the child must:be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July in that preschool year and not in compulsory schooling; orturn at lea
2025-inclusive-environments-funding-program-quarter-4-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $20,000
Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for Community Preschools (including mobile preschools) who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools Funding Program or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.Child Eligibility CriteriaFor child-based IE funding, the child/children need to have constant and ongoing support needs and require significant adjustments to enable them to engage with the educational program on the same basis as their peers, or a temporary illness or injury that requires short term adjustment to enable participation in the educat
16-days-of-activism-2025
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $2,500 to $5,000
Who can apply To be eligible to apply for the grant program you must be an incorporated entity, or have a member who is a part of- Local Domestic and Family Violence Committees in NSW; or- Local Domestic Violence Networks in NSWYou must have: a formally recognised forum (Committee or Network) with documented terms of reference, where organisations in a local area (government and non-government) are providing services to women and children experiencing domestic, family and/or sexual violence, can discuss issues of concern, and enhance inter-agency responses.A body with membership from both gove
2025-inclusive-environments-funding-program-final-adjustments-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $20,000
Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools funding or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.In addition, to be eligible for the service-based inclusion readiness funding, the community preschool must not have previously received High Learning Support Needs (HLSN) or IE funding and it must not have any children with disability recorded as attending the service in the 2024 Annual Preschool Census or where applicable, an ad hoc data submission in 2024.Child Eligibility CriteriaFo
2025-high-learning-support-needs-funding-final-adjustments-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $15,984
To be eligible for this funding, service eligibility and child eligibility criteria are applied. All applications will be considered by the department on a case by case basis.Service eligibility criteriaThis funding is available only for community preschools (including mobile preschools) who are currently in receipt of NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools funding or the Mobile Preschools Funding Program.Child eligibility criteriaTo be eligible for this funding, the child must:be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July in that preschool year and not in compulsory schooling; orturn at lea
flexible-initiatives-trial/early-childhood-education-and-care-flexible-initiatives-trial-round-3
Closed
Stated grant valueVariable from a total pool of $20 million
This program aims to support early childhood education and care providers to provide new or adapted, flexible operating models to offer increased availability of education and care.
supporting-young-scientists-equity-access-program-2026-round-1
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $2,500 to $10,000
Who can apply Grant funding will be considered for students who identify with at least one of the following groups. For student teams, composition must reflect diversity, equity and inclusion which includes participants who identify with at least one of the following groups:experiencing financial hardshipfrom remote or regional areasfrom a low socio-economic backgroundAboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderliving with a disability and/or disorderfrom any other background that might need support.A student can only be included in one application per funding round/per year.You can only apply for on
2026-high-learning-support-needs-funding-program-quarter-1-provisional-prepayment
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $16,542
The eligibility criteria for HLSN funding may be categorised into two components: service eligibility criteria, and child eligibility criteria. Both must be satisfied in all cases, to be eligible for funding. The department reserves the right to pause or cease funding to any service if the eligibility criteria are no longer met. Service eligibility criteria HLSN funding is only available for not-for-profit community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools or the Mobile Preschool Funding Program. The department will not provide HLSN funding for p
2026-high-learning-support-needs-funding-program-quarter-1-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $16,542
The eligibility criteria for HLSN funding may be categorised into two components: service eligibility criteria, and child eligibility criteria. Both must be satisfied in all cases, to be eligible for funding. The department reserves the right to pause or cease funding to any service if the eligibility criteria are no longer met.Service eligibility criteriaHLSN funding is only available for not-for-profit community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools or the Mobile Preschool Funding ProgramThe department will not provide HLSN funding for place
2026-inclusive-environments-funding-program-quarter-1-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $20,000
Service eligibility criteriaAll IE funding is available only for community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools or the Mobile Preschool Funding Program.Child Eligibility CriteriaFor child-based IE funding, the child/children must:be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July in that preschool; orturn 3 years old after 31 July in that preschool year and demonstrate exceptional circumstances. Exceptional circumstances are like or related to the following circumstances: any child or family that experiences out-of-home or alternative care arrangem
2025-start-strong-for-community-preschools
Closed
Stated grant valueVariable from a total pool of up to approximately $520 million
The Start Strong for Community Preschools program provides funding to deliver affordable quality preschool education for 3 to 5 year old children enrolled in eligible community and mobile preschools in NSW.
2025-mobile-preschool-funding-program
Closed
Stated grant valueVariable from a total pool of up to approximately $20 million
The Mobile Preschool Funding program provides funding for the provision of preschool education delivered for 3 to 5 year old children enrolled in mobile preschools in regional and remote NSW, where access to centre-based preschools can be limited.
2025-start-strong-for-long-day-care
Closed
Stated grant valueFunding will be calculated based on enrolment information.
Who can apply To be considered eligible for funding under any of the Start Strong for Long Day Care funding streams, a provider must:have service approval for its service/s to operate under either: the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 (National Law) and operate as a centre-based service and have checked the long day care Nature of Care field under Service Details on the National Quality Agenda IT System (NQAITS), orthe Children (Education and Care Services) National Law Application Act 2010 (NSW), the Children (Education and Care Services) Supplementary Provisions Act 2011 (NS
community-safety-investment-grant-program-stream-1
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $10,000 to $40,000
Who can apply All applicants are required to meet the following eligibility criteria:be able to enter into a grant funding agreement with Department of Communities and Justicehave an Australian bank accounthave an Australian Business Number (ABN)have appropriate insurance; this must include but is not limited to a minimum of $10 million Public Liability Insuranceaddress the NSW National Redress Scheme sanctions (included in this template)be a registered Australian business, or a not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation (ACCO), or other incorporated organisation;Incorporated
community-safety-investment-grant-program-stream-2
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $100,000 to $300,000
Who can apply All applicants are required to meet the following eligibility criteria:be able to enter into a grant funding agreement with Department of Communities and Justicehave an Australian bank accounthave an Australian Business Number (ABN)have appropriate insurance; this must include but is not limited to a minimum of $10 million Public Liability Insuranceaddress the NSW National Redress Scheme sanctions (included in this template)be a registered Australian business, or a not-for-profit Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation (ACCO), or other incorporated organisation;Incorporated
connect-irl-grants
Closed
Stated grant valueFrom $10,000 to $250,000
Who can apply Please refer to the Grant Guidelines for comprehensive information. Grants will be assessed through a competitive application process and awarded to carefully selected organisations who clearly meet as many, if not all, of the grant program objectives and funding criteria.This grant is only available for not-for-profit organisations that have an Australian Business Number (ABN) and have demonstrated services operating in NSW.Applicants should demonstrate their not-for-profit status by being one of the following:incorporated non-government organisations (not-for-profit)registered
2026-aboriginal-families-as-teachers
Closed
Stated grant valueThis is a 4 year funded program
Who can apply Applications for AFaT must be from:Aboriginal community-controlled organisations (ACCO) providing ECEC services oran Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander organisation (e.g., Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations (ORIC) registration, Supply Nation or Indigenous Chamber of Commerce, documentation showing 51% Aboriginal ownership, or any other relevant documentation) providing ECEC servicesA not-for-profit service located in an eligible location (see list below).andhave proposed program activities developed by a qualified Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) and implemente
2026-high-learning-support-needs-funding-program-quarter-2-priority-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $16,542
The eligibility criteria for HLSN funding may be categorised into two components: service eligibility criteria, and child eligibility criteria. Both must be satisfied in all cases, to be eligible for funding. The department reserves the right to pause or cease funding to any service if the eligibility criteria are no longer met.Service eligibility criteriaHLSN funding is only available for not-for-profit community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools or the Mobile Preschool Funding Program.The department will not provide HLSN funding for plac
2026-ninganah-no-more
Closed
Stated grant valueThis is a 4 year funded program
Who can apply Applications for NNM must be from:Aboriginal community-controlled organisations (ACCOs) providing ECEC services oran Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander organisation (e.g., Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations (ORIC) registration, documentation showing 51% Aboriginal ownership, or any other relevant documentation) providing ECEC services;andan organisation that is a recognised ECEC service provider under the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 (National Law) (for children aged 0-5 years)Organisations must also meet the following eligibility criter
stem-student-competition-sponsorship-program-2026
Closed
Stated grant valueEach successful applicant can apply for and receive up to $10,000 (excluding GST).
Who can apply To be eligible for the Program applicants must be enrolled or employed at a NSW university or public sector research institution. Types of projects funded under this grant For a grant activity to be eligible it must be a STEM research competition.The Competition research area must fall under at least one of the following categories: Mathematical, information and computing sciences Physical, chemical and earth sciences Engineering, environmental sciences and energy innovation Biological and biotechnological sciences. Grants will be available to student teams attending competition
2026-high-learning-support-needs-funding-program-quarter-2-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $16,542
The eligibility criteria for HLSN funding may be categorised into two components: service eligibility criteria, and child eligibility criteria. Both must be satisfied in all cases, to be eligible for funding. The department reserves the right to pause or cease funding to any service if the eligibility criteria are no longer met.Service Eligibility CriteriaHLSN funding is only available for not-for-profit community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools or the Mobile Preschool Funding Program.The department will not provide HLSN funding for plac
2026-inclusive-environments-funding-program-quarter-2-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $20,000
Service Eligibility CriteriaAll IE funding is available only for community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools or the Mobile Preschool Funding Program.Child Eligibility CriteriaFor child-based IE funding, the child/children must:be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July in that preschool; orturn 3 years old after 31 July in that preschool year and demonstrate exceptional circumstances. Exceptional circumstances are like or related to the following circumstances: any child or family that experiences out-of-home or alternative care arrangem
all-ages-live-music-venue-program-eoi
Closed
Stated grant value$100,000 (ex GST) to deliver a series of all-ages events (minimum 3)
Who can apply This program is only for dedicated NSW live music venues.For the purpose of this grant, dedicated live music venues must meet the following definitions:be based in NSWbe licensed or unlicensedwhere live music is the primary function of the businessprogramming contemporary live music that is predominantly new and originalwhere original contemporary live music programming is prominent in the business marketinghave a room or space is dedicated to live music that is a significant part of the venue and contains appropriate infrastructure to support regular performances, for example, a
digital-games-seed-development-program-2025-26
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $30,000 as a grant.
Who can apply Please see the Screen NSW website for the full guidelines.All applicants need to fulfil the following criteria: If an individual, the applicant must be a NSW resident (i.e., lived and operated in NSW for at least six months immediately before the application) If a company, the applicant must be incorporated in Australia and taken to be registered in NSW, have their central management and control in Australia and carry out business in Australia Applicants must have an ABN Applicants must not be full-time secondary or tertiary students; or employing students who are currently study
stem-equity-access-program-2026-round-2
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $10,000
Who can apply Grant funding will be considered for students who identify with at least one of the following groups. For student teams, composition must reflect diversity, equity and inclusion which includes participants who identify with at least one of the following groups:experiencing financial hardshipfrom remote or regional areasfrom a low socio-economic backgroundAboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderliving with a disability and/or disorderfrom any other background that might need support.A student can only be included in one application per funding round/per year.You can only apply for on
2026-high-learning-support-needs-funding-program-quarter-3-priority-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $16,542
The eligibility criteria for HLSN funding may be categorised into two components: service eligibility criteria, and child eligibility criteria. Both must be satisfied in all cases, to be eligible for funding. The department reserves the right to pause or cease funding to any service if the eligibility criteria are no longer met.Service eligibility criteriaHLSN funding is only available for not-for-profit community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschoolsor the Mobile Preschool Funding Program.The department will not provide HLSN funding for place
2025-start-strong-for-long-day-care-intention-to-backpay-families-new-services
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $2,174 per 4YO+ eligible enrolment and up to $515 per 3YO eligible enrolment.
Who can apply 3. Program eligibility3.1 Service eligibility criteriaTo be considered eligible for funding under any of the Start Strong for Long Day Care funding streams, a provider must:have service approval for its service/s to operate under either: the Education and Care Services National Law Act 2010 (National Law) and operate as a centre-based service and have checked the long day care Nature of Care field under Service Details on the National Quality Agenda IT System (NQAITS), orthe Children (Education and Care Services) National Law Application Act 2010 (NSW), the Children (Education an
port-authority-community-grants
Closed
Stated grant value(excluding GST) for one-year programs
Communities based within 10km of our six commercial ports are eligible to apply. These are Sydney HarbourPort BotanyNewcastlePort KemblaYambaEdenView the eligible port communities map. Who can apply Grants are available for local, community-based projects and activities, including:Charities and not-for-profit organisations.Community groups.Schools, universities, and other educational institutions.Youth programs and activities.Community development projects.Sports and arts organisations.First Nations community groups. Who can’t apply Local councils.State and Federal government departments and a
2026-inclusive-environments-funding-program-inclusion-readiness-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $5,000
All IE funding is available only for community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools or the Mobile Preschool Funding Program. In addition, to be eligible for the service-based inclusion readiness funding, the community preschool must:not have previously received HLSN or IE funding, under the current or equivalent earlier programsnot have any children with disability recorded as attending the community preschool in the 2025 Annual Preschool Census or where applicable, an ad hoc data submission in 2025.FundingUp to $5,000 (ex GST) per community
2026-high-learning-support-needs-funding-program-quarter-3-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $16,542
The eligibility criteria for HLSN funding may be categorised into two components: service eligibility criteria, and child eligibility criteria. Both must be satisfied in all cases, to be eligible for funding. The department reserves the right to pause or cease funding to any service if the eligibility criteria are no longer met.Service eligibility criteriaHLSN funding is only available for not-for-profit community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools or the Mobile Preschool Funding Program.The department will not provide HLSN funding for plac
2026-inclusive-environments-funding-program-quarter-3-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $20,000
Service eligibility criteriaAll IE funding is available only for community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools or the Mobile Preschool Funding Program.Child Eligibility CriteriaFor child-based IE funding, the child/children must:be at least 3 years old on or before 31 July in that preschool; orturn 3 years old after 31 July in that preschool year and demonstrate exceptional circumstances. Exceptional circumstances are like or related to the following circumstances: any child or family that experiences out-of-home or alternative care arrangem
domestic-market-travel-support-program-australian-childrens-content-summit-2026
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $2,000 of grant funding per application is available.
Who can apply Please review the full Program Guidelines on the Screen NSW website.Screen NSW general eligibility requirements can be found in the Screen NSW Terms of Trade, which should be read in conjunction with the guidelines. All applicants need to fulfil the following criteria: Be an early to mid-career practitioner with relevant experience in producing screen content Have a slate of market-ready projects to pitch Be a key creative on the project/s: producer, director, writer Be a NSW-based individual, project team or company: If an individual, the applicant must be over 18 years of age a
2026-high-learning-support-needs-funding-program-quarter-4-priority-payments
Closed
Stated grant valueUp to $16,542
The eligibility criteria for HLSN funding may be categorised into two components: service eligibility criteria, and child eligibility criteria. Both must be satisfied in all cases, to be eligible for funding. The department reserves the right to pause or cease funding to any service if the eligibility criteria are no longer met.Service eligibility criteriaHLSN funding is only available for not-for-profit community preschools who are receiving funding under the NSW Start Strong for Community Preschools or the Mobile Preschool Funding Program The department will not provide HLSN funding for plac