Armidale Regional Council Community small Grants Round 1 2026/2027

Armidale Regional Council's Community Grants and Sponsorship Policy aims to provide financial assistance and "in kind" support to community groups in order to increase community participation, facilitate initiatives and provide effective and quality services in the following areas: -

• Building Communities and Recreational Opportunities.
• Celebrating Culture and Creativity.
• Ensuring Environmental Sustainability.
• Supporting Economy and Business.

Armidale Regional Council's Community Small Grants program offers up to $2000 to not-for-profit organisations within the LGA.

Successful applicants will also be required to demonstrate how their project aligns to the goals within Armidale Regional Council's Community Plan.

For more information visit Armidale Regional Council’s website: http://www.armidaleregional.nsw.gov.au/community/community-support/grants-funding-opportunities

Local not-for-profit organisations and community groups that support and provide services to the Armidale Regional Community.

Applicants must:-

• demonstrate that the proposed project will bring tangible benefits to residents of the Armidale Regional Council local government area.
• adhere to the required Work Health and Safety policies and practices as mandated by legislation.
• maintain appropriate and up-to-date insurance coverage.
• hold any necessary certificates when required, such as Police Checks, Working with Children Checks, or Working at Heights certification.
• have successfully fulfilled all previous grant conditions and have no outstanding debts to the Council.
• complete and submit an online Grant Application by the specified due date.

The allocation of community grant funding is a critical process designed to support projects and initiatives that have a positive and lasting impact on our community. ARC's community strategic plan serves as the guidelines by which grant applications will be assessed, providing a fair and transparent framework for evaluating the suitability of projects. 

Link to ARC's community plan: community-plan-2025-2034_.pdf 

For each project to be eligible for funding, it must illustrate how it contributes to one or more of the following goals within the Armidale Local Government Area:

• Enhancing access to services, programs, and facilities that promote health and well-being
• Facilitating support and empowerment for all members of our community
• Creating opportunities that foster a stronger sense of community
• Safeguarding and enhancing both environmental and community well-being
• Encouraging and stimulating local business, agriculture, tourism, and education
• Actively promoting participation in arts and cultural experiences
• Nurturing artists and creative industries
• Contributing to the provision of a wide range of engaging community and cultural experiences for our residents
• Preserving and embracing our rich Aboriginal heritage