Final grants round delivers $194,000 boost

Published on 12 January 2026

Fraser Coast community groups and not-for-profit organisations are being urged to apply for Council funding, with more than $194,000 available in the final round of the 2025–26 Community Grants Program.

Fraser Coast Councillor Phil Truscott said applications are now open and close on 26 February 2026.

“This final round puts $194,137 on the table to help community groups deliver projects, buy equipment, and run events that benefit the Fraser Coast,” he said.

“Grants of $1,000 to $5,000 are available for projects and activities that deliver real social, community or economic outcomes.

“We’ve already seen how far these grants can go, helping community groups purchase portable basketball hoops, provide a training defibrillator for Coast Guard volunteers, and install air conditioning for a low-cost food hub.

“Our local groups do incredible work.  This funding helps them build capacity, deliver services, and improve the places and programs our community relies on.

Cr Truscott said Council will invest a total of $310,000 across three community grants rounds this financial year, giving groups multiple opportunities to apply.

“Looking ahead, Council will restructure the program in 2026–27, moving from four rounds to two,” he said.

“Keeping the maximum grant at $5,000 will help more organisations share in the funding and bring more local ideas to life.”

More information, including online application forms and guidelines with examples of eligible projects and activities, is available on Council’s website at www.frasercoast.qld.gov.au/grants