Port Macquarie Hastings Council (PMHC) is once again excited to open its Community Grants program that support local not-for-profit activities and events.
We are encouraging applications that aim to provide a boost to projects and organisations that support and showcase a vibrant, connected, inclusive and engaged region.
Unlike our major events categories which aim to support and attract visitation from outside our region, Community Grants – worth a combined total of $200,000 – are for local projects and initiatives specifically aimed at generating value for the community.
The categories available under the current round include:
Community Projects: Up to $15,000
Creative Community: Up to $10,000
Community Celebrations: Up to $7,000
Micro Grants: Up to $2,000.
PMHC Group Manager Liveable Communities, Lucilla Marshall, said Council is looking to fund initiatives that support innovative community projects addressing local needs that benefit the wider community.
“We want ideas that increase participation, accessibility, and the variety of community organisations for residents,” Ms Marshall said.
“Ideas that enhance opportunities for artists, fostering a thriving and vibrant community that improve the economic, social, and environmental well-being of residents.”
She said there will be a strong emphasis on prioritising grants that support and build on programmed local events.
“These include Youth Week, Seniors Festival, Artwalk, disability access, community events, homelessness, volunteering and First Nations cultural programs.”
Applications close 29 September with successful recipients to be notified in November.
For more details, including a copy of the Community Grant Program Guidelines 2024-25, visit
