Community organisations are invited to apply for funding under a special round of the Community Partnership Action (COMPACT) Program, which will deliver $1.2 million to projects supporting whole-of-community initiatives.
Not-for-profit organisations in NSW may be eligible for grants of $50,000 to $100,000 per year for partnership projects for up to 2 years.
The COMPACT program has grown to support a state-wide network of community partners and allies, engaged more than 80,000 young people, and has proven to build social cohesion and community resilience.
COMPACT supports partnerships and collaboration between community, non-government, youth, sports, arts/media, educational, industry and other organisations by providing grant funding for innovative, evidence-based community projects.
Successful projects build youth leadership and support networks, facilitate respectful dialogue and engage young people through sports, art, charity and community service. New projects will join the COMPACT Alliance alongside current partners including Courage to Care, Youth off the Streets, Story Factory and the NRL.
Eligible organisations are invited to apply for funding before 4pm on Friday 29 May 2026.
An online information session will be held on 14 May 2026 to provide further information on the program and guidance on the application process.
To apply click here: https://multicultural.nsw.gov.au/compact-grants/compact-sccr-2026-2028/
Minister for Multiculturalism Steve Kamper said:
"Communities across NSW have shown extraordinary solidarity in the face of recent acts of hate and extremism.
"This round of COMPACT funding will support community-led initiatives that bring people together across cultures and faiths, strengthening trust, connection and resilience across our state."
Multicultural NSW CEO Joseph La Posta said:
"Over the past decade the COMPACT program has inspired 80,000 young people to stand together against hate and division.
"We're now inviting organisations to partner with us to continue delivering initiatives that build strong, resilient local networks."
