Port Macquarie Hastings Council’s Community Grants Program provides a total of $180,000 in funding for the 2026–2027 financial year. Funding is available through two major grant rounds, with Micro Grants also offered year-round. The program funds community-led projects and events that foster connection, inclusion, creativity and wellbeing across the region.
The program invests in local organisations that bring people together, create opportunities for participation, celebrate culture, support volunteers, and enhance community wellbeing, places and spaces. Through Community Grants, Council helps local groups deliver activities that make the Port Macquarie Hastings region more vibrant, inclusive and connected.
Micro grants:
Micro Grants are open year-round and applications can be submitted at any time. Applications are assessed as they are received, and applicants will be notified of the outcome within two weeks of submitting their application.
Funding Round One
Status: Opens 1 August 2026
Funding available: $2,000 to $7,000
Information sessions: 29 July (Port Macquarie Library) and 3 August (online)
Applications open: 1 August 2026
Applications close: 23 August 2026
Funding outcome: 17 September 2026
Project delivery period: Projects must be delivered between September 2026 and September 2027.