Community Grants

Burwood Council makes funds available under its annual Community Services Grants Program to organisations and groups within the Burwood Local Government Area (LGA), or those working for the local community, to provide additional services and programs. The funding program assists Council to achieve strategic objectives outlined in the Community Strategic Plan, Burwood2030, through supporting local community services.

Local community services, organisations and incorporated groups are encouraged to apply for grants of up to $5000.00 for programs, events and activities that benefit the local community. Please see guidelines available here(PDF, 766KB) for further information. If you have any questions please contact Council at grants@burwood.nsw.gov.au or call Council on 9911 9911 and ask to speak to the Community Development Coordinator.

Community Grants Application Form

Applications for the 2022-2023 funding round close on Friday 24 February 2023 at 4pm.

 Community Grants Funding 2021 - 2022 : Expenditure and Evaluation Form for Acquittal 
 The Expenditure and Evaluation Form for Acquittal is due by Friday 24 February 2023.  

Want to learn more about Burwood Council Community Grants? Do you need help completing the application process?

Council is hosting an information session on Thursday 16 February from 2:00pm-4:00pm for organisations and groups to learn more about Community Grants and to assist you in applying for a grant.

Interested organisations, groups and services can register to attend via Zoom below:

Register here

Burwood’s Category 1 Club Grants are now open. Community organisations are invited to apply for funding towards projects that address local community needs of residents primarily residing in Burwood and Strathfield Local Government areas. 

Priorities for this year’s funding are children and families, youth, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, volunteer based programs and projects that encourage active aging.

For more information and to apply online please visit the NSW Clubs website.

Applications close 5:00pm on Wednesday 31 May 2023.