GRANT-NSW Grants for Good Program
2026-02-13 08:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Sydney)
Helps communities within the Ausgrid network area (Eastern Sydney, CBD, Newcastle, Central Coast, Hunter Valley and Coffs Harbour).

The Grants for Good program is open and is an important part of fostering connections with Ausgrid’s community and demonstrating their dedication to a sustainable, innovative, and community-focused future.
Grants are one important way Ausgrid is helping communities in their network. By providing substantial funding through Electrification Grants and Grassroots Grants, they are not just talking about their commitment to community and sustainability – they are actively investing in it.
There are two types of grants:
1. Electrification Grants – Up to $15,000
Help your community embrace the switch from fossil fuels to electric alternatives. These grants support projects that promote a sustainable electric future—from installing induction cooktops in community kitchens to setting up EV charging infrastructure for not-for-profits.
2. Grassroots Grants – Up to $5,000
Support causes and organisations our communities care about. Nominate charities, volunteer groups, local sports teams and organisations in our network area for initiatives that strengthen community connection, promote safety and wellbeing, or improve equity and accessibility.
Ausgrid are looking for projects that align with one or more of these themes:
– Electrification: Helping community organisations transition to a sustainable electric future. This could include switching from gas to electric appliances, installing solar systems, or setting up electric vehicle charging infrastructure
– Community: Strengthening connections and bringing people together. Projects that build social cohesion, create inclusive spaces, or support community activities
– Equity and Accessibility: Making electricity and renewable energy available to all. Projects that address energy equity, support vulnerable communities, or improve accessibility to energy services
– Safety: Supporting the safety and wellbeing of our communities. This includes electrical safety initiatives, emergency preparedness, or projects that enhance community safety.
Eligibility criteria
– Your organisation must be registered and operating within the Ausgrid network area (Eastern Sydney, CBD, Newcastle, Central Coast, Hunter Valley and Coffs Harbour)
– Organisations should be not-for-profit or community organisations
– Your project must be delivered within the Ausgrid network area
– Your project must align with one or more of four grant themes
– Funds must be used within the 2026 calendar year.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

GRANT-NSW Playing Australia Project Investment
2026-03-03 08:00 - 17:00
Supports organisations to undertake performing arts tours to reach regional and remote communities across Australia.

The program supports costs associated with touring to regional and remote areas of Australia. There is no limit on the amount that can be requested. Touring activity must be confirmed prior to seeking investment through this category.
Who can apply
– Legally constituted organisations only may apply.
Creative Australia acknowledges that flexibility is required when touring and supports a variety of touring models. Applicants may seek investment for alternative touring models that:
– Propose activity such as residency models with live performance outcomes or concept touring
– Present a tour that includes significant and targeted community engagement
– Present an annual touring program for single or multiple works
– Propose a digital tour.
You can apply for support towards:
– A tour that has a confirmed itinerary
– Payment of fees and salaries for artists and touring party
– Costs associated with remounting or rehearsing a work
– Production costs associated with touring the work or delivering the activity
– Touring costs including freight, transport, accommodation and travel allowances
– Tour co-ordination
– Costs associated with reducing the environmental impact of your tour
– Costs associated with supporting the wellbeing of the touring company.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

GRANT-NSW Venue Upgrade Grants - Advice and Planning
2026-04-22 08:00 - 17:00
Provides venues who demonstrate a commitment to increasing live music programming with grants to support advice from consultants and experts to create fit-for-purpose venues.

Advice may include:
– Assessment reports to support infrastructure development (e.g. soundproofing, ventilation, accessibility)
– Development application and planning expenses
– Legal services and licensing consultants
– Energy efficiency audits.
This funding aims to:
– Increase the number of fit-for-purpose live music venues in NSW
– Increase sector knowledge and expertise in best practice sound management and sustainable live music programming
– Reduce sound impact on neighbours, leading to less complaints and increased business viability
– Increase diversity of live music offerings for improved audience and visitor experience.
This funding program is open to NSW contemporary live music venue owners and operators who demonstrate a commitment to increasing live music programming.
Applicants must satisfy ONE of the following criteria:
– Be an incorporated entity or trust (including a trust with a corporate or individual trustee) and hold an Australian Business Number (ABN), Australian Company Number (ACN), or
– Be registered with NSW Fair Trading under the Associations Incorporation Act 2009 or the Co-operatives National Law (NSW) set out in the appendix to the Co-operatives (Adoption of National Law) Act 2012.
Applicants must also:
– Hold a lease or occupancy agreement with at least 2 years from the application close date remaining of the current term (where the premises aren’t owned by the operator)
– Provide a support letter from premises (building) owner for proposed grant where premises not owned by the applicant
– Have majority Australian ownership
– Hold a OneMusic licence for Live Music performances.
Examples of venue types may include, but are not limited to small bars, hotels, clubs (including DJ performance venues) and community halls.
Applicants are required to contribute 30% in cash to the overall project budget.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.
