City of Mount Gambier is now accepting applications for round one of the 2025/2026 Grants and Sponsorship Program. The streamlined program combines all funding streams into two application rounds each year, providing a more accessible and coordinated approach to support the local community.
The program offers financial and in-kind support to eligible community groups and organisations for projects and initiatives aligned with Council's Strategic Plan, ranging from community events and infrastructure upgrades to creative arts and signature events.
"Council's Grants and Sponsorship Program is an investment in the vibrancy and wellbeing of our city," City of Mount Gambier Manager Economy, Strategy and Engagement Biddie Shearing said.
"We're proud to support initiatives that contribute to a thriving and inclusive Mount Gambier, whether that's through sporting infrastructure, large-scale cultural events, or local community-led projects.
This program is about enabling people and ideas that make a real impact."
Council's Grants and Sponsorships program assists eligible groups and individuals with funds and in-kind support to host community events and projects, upgrade infrastructure or facilitate art projects in accordance with the Strategic Plan.
Grant categories:
- Sport and Recreation Capital Works - Up to $50,000
Support for the development or renewal of sport and recreation infrastructure.
- Creative Arts Fund - Minimum total project cost of $3,000
Funding for artists, community groups, and not-for-profits delivering creative public art projects.
- Community Strengthening Grant - Up to $10,000
Funds for community projects that support community quality of life, increase the usage of community facilities and/or encourage people to participate in community services and activities.
- Community Event Grant - $2,001 to $15,000
Funding for events that attract substantial economic benefit and visitation to Mount Gambier.
- Corporate Sponsorship - Over $15,000
Funds for large scale signature events or programs that have the potential to be regionally, nationally or internationally significant.
- Quick Response Grants - Up to $2,000
Funds to support small funding programs which were previously open on an ongoing basis throughout the year.
- Venue Sponsorship
In-kind support for not-for-profit groups using Council venues for socially impactful activities.
- Event Equipment Sponsorship - Up to $500
In-kind support for events with small equipment needs only.
