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Vibrant Spaces Micro Grant Fund

Funding Providers

Port Stephens Council

Location

Port Stephens

Funding Type

Cash grant G11085

Primary Category

Community development

Eligible to

  • Individuals
  • Not-for-Profits
  • Unincorporated Groups
  • Businesses
  • Schools

Funding

Amount (max): $1,000
Total pool: $15,000

Round(s)

Ongoing

Purpose

The Micro Grant Fund has been designed to support short term, low cost projects that encourage community-based place activation across Port Stephens.

Overview

This program provides the opportunity for artistic and creative ideas that connect our community, increase the vibrancy of our town centres and improve the visitor experience. 

Initiatives could include:

  • free workshops
  • environmental education initiatives
  • street performances
  • heritage education or interpretation
  • community picnics and street activities
  • temporary or semi-permanent art projects
  • civic garden and beautification projects
  • business shop front improvements

Applications accepted 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026 or until funds are exhausted.

Limitations

Eligible applicants:

  • incorporated, not-for-profit organisations or charities
  • registered businesses with an ABN

If you are an unincorporated community group or volunteers, you must be auspiced by a not-for-profit that is eligible to apply in their own right and that is relevant to the sector and can support the development of the proposal.

Contact Details

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