Community Investment Program
Randwick City Council is committed to empowering our local individuals, community groups and community organisations by providing targeted financial assistance for ideas, initiatives and services which are needs-based, inclusive, impactful and create a 'sense of community'.
Since 2008, Council has proudly supported local community initiatives through various grants, donations, and subsidy programs. The Community Investment Program was developed in 2020 with four key streams.
Apply now for: Community Connect Community Creative Community Partnerships
Information sessions will be held on the following dates, click the link to register:
- Community Partnerships: Friday, 22 May @10.30am
| Community Connect Community Creative | Round One 2026 | Round Two 2026 | Round Three 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applications open | 14 January | 6 May | 2 September |
| Applications close | 11 February | 3 June | 30 September |
| Assessment period | 18 February - 23 March | 10 June - 27 July | 7 October - 16 November |
| Funding decisions confirmed by Council | 24 March | 28 July | 17 November |
| Investment distribution | From 1 April | From 1 August | From 1 December |
| Delivery period | 1 April - 30 September 2026 | 1 August 2026 - 31 January 2027 | 1 December 2026 - 31 May 2027 |
| Acquittal report due | 28 October 2026 | 1 March 2027 | 28 June 2027 |
Note: Different timeframes apply to other funding streams. Please refer to the relevant webpages for information on Community Partnerships and Community Sustainable.
A note about fee waivers
Randwick City Council offers a limited number of 'Fee Support' grants (waiving of fees for use of a Council venue, facility or service). Applicants must meet the criteria for one of the relevant grant streams* to be considered for Fee Support. Please see the sections below for further information on eligibility for each stream.
Applications are now open for Fee Support grants pertaining to the 2025-26 financial year. To apply, please go to: Application for Fee Support
If you are unsure of your eligibility for Fee Support, please contact Council's Community Development team prior to applying:
Ph: 9093 6677
E: grants@randwick.nsw.gov.au.
*Fee Support is not available through the Community Partnerships stream.
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Community Connect
Community Connect aims to support events, activities and projects which enrich the lives of our residents and cultivate engagement, belonging and social cohesion. -
Community Creative
Community Creative aims to support the growth of creativity by funding a range of projects, programs and activities that provide opportunities for artists or art organisations to connect communities and... -
Community Partnerships
This annual program provides up to $20,000 to social welfare organisations to deliver services to disadvantaged residents. See who can apply and view past projects. -
Community Sustainable
Community Sustainable provides rebates to houses, units, business & schools to implement energy & water savings, grants for schools & venue hire fee waivers for educators & local environment groups.