Noosa Council’s Community Grants Program has received a revamp for 2025, with community feedback driving the addition of new Quick Response Grants.
Opening in July 2025, the Quick Response grants will offer up to $2500 for time-sensitive projects.
To support this change, the Community Project Grants will now run as a single annual funding round, instead of two, allowing organisations more time to plan and prioritise larger projects.
Community Grants Officer Corinne Aiken said feedback from applicants and an interval review inspired the changes.
“The changes we’ve made to our grants program will make the process easier for applicants and more responsive to the needs of our not-for-profit organisations,” she said.
“The introduction of the new Quick Response Grants will allow us to get funding out faster for time-sensitive projects and changing our Community Project Grants to one round per year will give groups more time to plan for larger projects.”
Council is currently taking applications for Community Project Grants, offering funding opportunities for local not-for-profit organisations.
Applications for these grants close at 12 noon on 19 March 2025.
The Signature Community Events Grants and Community Alliance Agreement Grants Expression of Interest period is also now open, and closes on 28 February.
Applicants who submit successful expressions of interest will be eligible to submit full applications.
Key Changes to the Community Grants Program
Community Project Grants will now be offered once per year, with up to $30,000 available per project.
Quick Response Grants (up to $2500) will be available year-round from July 2025 to support time-sensitive projects.
Individual Sports Development Grants will launch in July 2025, providing support for Noosa residents competing or coaching at national or international levels.
The Festive Season and Signature Events grants have been merged into a single category – Signature Community Events Grants.
A new Expression of Interest process for Alliance and Signature Community Events Grants will streamline applications and improve alignment with Council’s priorities.
To support applicants, Council’s grants team will be holding Grants Information Workshops.
“Whether you’re new to grant applications or looking to improve your grant writing skills, this event is perfect for you,” Ms Aiken said.
“Learn valuable tips and tricks from our Grant’s team and get all your questions answered. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to boost your chances of securing funding for your project. The workshops will be held on 25 February at 4pm and 27 February at 4pm at Noosa Council offices in Tewantin.”
For full details and to register for the workshops, visit the grants page on the Noosa Council website or contact Council’s Grants Officer at 07 5329 6437 or grants@noosa.qld.gov.au.
