Grants programs
Information on council's funding opportunities.
All funding program guidelines should be read in conjunction with the Community Grants Policy.
To receive information about upcoming grants and funding opportunities, and for details of our free Council Grant Writing Workshops or Webinars, sign up to our Grants and Funding eNews.
Many organisations offer grants including government departments, corporations, foundations and trusts. To access the free Sunshine Coast Funding Finder, check out our other funding opportunities page.
Arts Funding
Find out about funding available for creative arts
Major Grants
Project funding for not-for-profit community groups up to $15,000, and up to $30,000 for infrastructure projects.
Minor Grants
Project funding for not-for-profit community groups up to $2000.
Festive and Commemorative Events Grants
Funding for community-led Christmas, New Years, Australia Day, Anzac Day and Remembrance Day community events.
Emergency Grants
Funding to assist with an emergency, a significant impact caused by unforeseen circumstances. Also applies to declared disaster situations, including COVID-19.
Environment levy funding
Funding provided for not-for-profit community based organisations and private rural landholders under the environment levy.
Heritage levy funding
Funding provided to not-for-profit community museums and heritage groups under the heritage levy.
Individual Development Grants
Funding to support residents performing, competing or presenting at national or international competitions, conferences or events.
Councillor Discretionary Funding
This program allows funds to be allocated at the Councillor’s discretion to not-for-profit organisation for community purposes.
Community Partnership Funding
Operational funding for incorporated not-for-profit groups that provide key facilities or services to local communities.
Sports Field Maintenance Funding
Funding towards the cost of maintaining sports fields in the region.
Recreation Trails Partnership Program
Funding for community organisations who contribute to the development, maintenance, and activation of publicly accessible trails and associated nature based recreation infrastructure.