Community/Place-based Development Grants in Australia
Community/Place-based Development grants in Australia cover local place-based initiatives, community infrastructure, capacity building, and programs that strengthen a specific community or place. This page lists community/place-based development grants specifically available in Australian Capital Territory. Eligibility varies by funder: always check each grant's specific criteria before applying, since requirements around organisation type, DGR status, and geographic scope differ significantly between funders. Below are the 6 community/place-based development grants currently open or opening soon. Use the filters to narrow by region or eligibility, or browse related categories below.
Showing 6 grants.
CYFSP preventative early support services grant
This grant funds organisations to provide early support for children, young people and families whose needs are not met through whole of population services. Whole of population services are services …
Always openTotal pool: $746,836 (multiple grants offered)ACTVerified 57 days agoCommunity/Place-based DevelopmentGambling Harm Prevention Mitigation Fund: Community Grants
This grant is for community led activities that prevent and reduce gambling harm in the ACT.
Always openUp to $10,000ACTVerified 57 days agoCommunity/Place-based DevelopmentMajor Events Fund
The Major Event Fund supports major events that attract visitors to Canberra and strengthen the ACT’s annual events calendar.
Always open$50,000 - $500,000ACTVerified 57 days agoCommunity/Place-based DevelopmentCYFSP targeted support services grant
This grant funds organisations to provide targeted support for children, young people and families whose needs are not met through whole of population services that anyone can access.
Always openTotal pool: $7,010,000 (multiple grants offered)ACTVerified 57 days agoCommunity/Place-based DevelopmentFuture of Education Equity Fund
One-off payment to families to help get the things their child needs for school and their wellbeing.
Closes Fri, 27 Nov 2026$400 - $750ACTVerified 57 days agoCommunity/Place-based DevelopmentAboriginal Community-Controlled Organisation (ACCO) Establishment and Expansion Fund
This grant is for Aboriginal Community-Controlled Organisations who provide culturally appropriate human services to the ACT Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
Always open$15,000 - $50,000ACTVerified 57 days agoCommunity/Place-based Development