The 2026 NSW Ports Community Grants Program supports nonprofits, community groups and schools with up to $25,000 in grant funding. The funds will be used to improve areas such as education, social welfare, health and well-being, arts and culture. Only areas in the NSW ports are eligible to apply for funding. Application submissions close on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at 5:00 pm. All applications must be submitted by filling out the form on the website. Those applications submitted by email will not be considered.
About The 2026 NSW Ports Community Grants Program
The Port Authority of New South Wales sponsors the grant program annually for nonprofits and community groups in Australia. The grant program supports eligible groups and organisations to complete community projects that address or have a positive impact on the communities. Areas around the NSW ports, including Port Botany, Port Kembla, Enfield Intermodal Logistics Centre and Cooks River Intermodal Terminal, are eligible to apply.
The 2026 grant projects must align with the community programs and create opportunities to improve the community generally. Areas of impact include: education, health and wellbeing, economic development, environment, arts and culture, social welfare or the emergency services. Successful applicants must be ready to complete their projects before June 30, 2027.
Funding Size
- Typical grant amount: $25,000
- Maximum award: $25,000
- Project duration supported: 12 months (June 30, 2027)
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Who Can Apply for the 2026 NSW Ports Community Grants Program
- Eligible organisation types:
- Not-for-profit organisations
- Community groups
- Schools
- Registration requirements:
- Applicants that are registered Australian nonprofits.
- Applicants must have a clear goal and projects to enhance the community.
- projects must be completed in any of the regions and postcodes outlined on the website.
- Geographic eligibility:
- Port Botany
- Port Kembla
- Enfield Intermodal Logistics Centre
- Cooks River Intermodal Terminal.
- Sector or thematic focus:
- Education
- Health and well-being
- Economic development
- Environment
- Arts and culture
- Social welfare
- Emergency services
Application Process
- Visit the official grant website and review the eligibility guidelines.
- Fill out the application form with the required documents and details.
- Submit the application form before the deadline on the grant’s website.
- You may request a copy of your application form, which will be sent by email.
- Successful applicants will receive notifications by early June.
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Required Materials
- Detailed budget
- Project proposal
- Completed application form
Key Dates
- Application deadline: Sunday, April 12, 2026, at 5:00 pm.
- Notification timeline: Early June
- Funding deadline: June 30, 2027
Selection Notes
- The foundation receives multiple submissions each year and awards only a few recipients.
- Priority focus areas: Projects that impact the community in the areas of education, health, environment and social welfare.
- Exclusions:
- Projects and organisations outside Australia.
- projects that do not focus on impacting the community positively.
Official Source of the 2026 NSW Ports Community Grants Program
- Official Application Page: https://www.nswports.com.au/2026-community-grants