Australia Day Community Events Grants

Australia Day Community Events Grants applications are now open.

Local councils, not-for-profits and community groups planning events for Australia Day 2027 can now apply for grant funding to support inclusive community events.

The Albanese Government is providing $10 million for the Australia Day Community Events Grant Program in 2027.

Grants of up to $15,000 are now available through the National Australia Day Council, to help communities hold accessible and inclusive Australia Day events in their local area.

Smaller grants of $2,000 are once again available, after a successful launch in 2026.

Australia Day, 26 January, is when we reflect on the best of Australians – the stories that inspire us and our shared future which unites us.

For more information, please visit www.australiaday.org.au/grants

Applications close Tuesday, 22 September 2026.

Apply here