To support individuals, volunteers, community groups, sport and recreation clubs and religious organisations to deliver local projects that contribute to improved management of the metropolitan Adelaide environment.

Grants from $2,000 to $200,000 will be available for local projects that contribute to a cooler, greener and wilder Adelaide. The total value of the Grassroots Grants Program for Green Adelaide in 2026-27 is up to $1m.

To apply, all projects must contribute to one of the Board's regional priorities and focus areas: 

• Coast and marine
• Inland waters
• Urban neighbourhoods

Applications can be received from:

• an incorporated community group or organisation (or a non-incorporated group with a sponsor)  a not-for-profit organisation
• sporting and recreation organisations
• religious organisations
• schools and universities
• an incorporated Aboriginal organisation (or a non-incorporated group with a sponsor)

If you are an individual, a sole trader or not a legal entity you will need to seek sponsorship from a legal entity that is prepared to take responsibility for the legal and financial accountability of the project.

• Phone: 7424 5760
• Email: dew.GreenAdelaideGGP@sa.gov.au