With the festive season fast approaching, the City of Hobart is encouraging community organisations to apply for Community Christmas Carol Grants—providing up to $15,000 in funding to support free, inclusive Christmas events across the city.
Last year, the Hobart Men's Barbershop Harmony Club received a grant of $4045 to support rehearsals and performances by the Deep South Chorus.
The project brought together men from across Hobart to learn and perform Christmas songs, culminating in pop-up performances in the CBD, hospital wards, and local carols events.
Cr Gemma Kitsos said the initiative was a great example of how Christmas can be a platform for connection and wellbeing.
The Community Christmas Carol Grants are part of a broader suite of City of Hobart competitive grants open now, designed to support creative, community and event-based initiatives that make a real difference.
Grants available:
- Community Christmas Carol Grants – up to $15,000
- Community Grants – $1000 to $5000
- Creative Hobart Small & Medium Grants – $1000 to $15,000
- Creative Hobart Major Cultural Organisation Grants – over $20,000
- Event Grants – $1000 to $20,000
- Event Partnerships – over $20,000
Applications close 3pm Monday 1 September 2025.
All applicants are encouraged to visit the City of Hobart website here for full details and eligibility criteria.
Quotes to be attributed to Cr Gemma Kitsos:
"The Deep South Chorus project didn't just bring music to our streets—it created a safe, supportive space for men to connect, learn new skills, and support each other's mental health.
"We're proud to support community-led celebrations that bring people together and make Hobart feel festive, inclusive and alive.
"These grants are about empowering our community—whether it's through music, art, events or grassroots projects.
"We know these programs are in high demand, and we're calling on local organisations to get involved and help shape a vibrant, connected Hobart."
Quotes to be attributed to Hobart Men's Barbershop Harmony Club president Paul Adams:
"We use grants such as this to encourage men of all ages to experience the many benefits and camaraderie of singing.
"As a not for profit community organisation, access to grants such as these make such a difference to our capacity to promote the benefits of singing."
