This program is open once a year. The program opened on 1 June 2023 and close 30 June 2023.

The Community Events and Place Activation Grant Program aims to support local organisations to deliver community events and activities that activate spaces and places to complement activity around town centres, foreshores, lakes and green spaces for the community and visitors.

Applications can be made for funding up to $20,000 per financial year per activity in combined funding and in-kind Council services.

The program is time limited and covers activities that are able to be completed within an eighteen (18) month timeframe from date of funding.

Key dates

Applications are scheduled for final decision at a Council Meeting approximately 3 months after the application deadline. Council timelines may alter due to the volume of applications/and or Council meeting agendas.

More information

For more information, please contact our Community Grants team on 4325 8861 or email grants@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au

Helpful documents

Please read the Community Events and Place Activation Grant Program guidelines for additional information, including criteria, eligibility and program objectives.