The Hills Shire Council's largest grants round of the year is now open, with local community groups and not-for-profit organisations invited to apply for funding to support initiatives that benefit the region.
This year's program features a more streamlined application process with three funding streams:
Community Grants (runs once annually)
- Applicants can apply for $1,000 to $30,000.
- For grants to fund activities that deliver social, economic, cultural, or recreational benefits to The Hills Shire community and meet one of Council's priority areas.
- Available to not-for-profit, incorporated and/or registered charitable organisations delivering services and/or activities for residents of the Hills Shire.
Applications close: Sunday, 3 August 2025.
Arts, Culture, and Events Grants (runs once annually)
- Applicants can apply for $5,000 to $30,000.
- Available to local not-for-profit, incorporated, registered charitable organisations, registered bodies, and/or for-profit organisations delivering services or providing activities for residents of The Hills Shire.
- The aim of the Arts, Culture, & Events Grants round is to provide funding for arts, culture, and event opportunities in the Hills Shire.
Applications close: Sunday, 3 August 2025.
Minor Grants (runs all year round until funding has been exhausted)
- Applicants can apply for $100 to $1,000.
- These grants are ONLY available to local not-for-profits and/or registered charitable organisations.
The updated grants program follows the adoption of Council's revised Grants Policy, which ensures a more transparent, accessible, and equitable funding process.
Mayor of The Hills Shire, Dr Michelle Byrne said Council's grants program is designed to support a wide range of projects that deliver meaningful benefits to the community.
"Council is incredibly proud to provide financial support for local initiatives that improve services, encourage positive social, economic, and cultural outcomes, and promote community participation," Mayor Byrne said.
"We've simplified the application process to make it even easier to apply, as well as fairer for everyone.
"Council is also hosting free grants training sessions, which I encourage potential applicants to attend. These sessions will help you better understand the eligibility criteria and what's required to submit a strong application."
Grant application training sessions will be held at 6:30pm at Council's Administration building at 3 Columbia Court, Norwest on Thursday, July 10 and Tuesday, July 22.
For more information or to apply, visit: https://www.thehills.nsw.gov.au/Community/Support-Services/Grants
