Does your community organisation have a great idea for a community project or program in the Richmond Valley?
Council’s Community Financial Assistance Program provides funding to support local activities and initiatives that:
- benefit the local community
- help community groups achieve their goals
- align with our Community Strategic Plan
Funding available
Grants are available from $100 and up to $5000. Council allocates approximately $40,000 per rounds, in accordance with Section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993 and Council Policy No. 1.2 – Community Financial Assistance Program.
Application rounds
There are two funding rounds each financial year:
- Round 1 – opens in September
- Round 2 – opens in March
Apply for 2025/2026 Round One
- Applications open: Monday 1 September 2025
- Applications close: 5pm Tuesday 31 September 2025
- Apply online: https://form.jotform.com/RichmondValley/CFAP25-26R1
Acquittal requirements
Organisations which receive funding are required to complete an evaluation report (acquittal form here) within 12 months of receiving funding. This ensures accountability and helps Council continue to support meaningful community projects
Contact
Resilience and Community Grants Coordinator – Marie Cullen
Phone: (02) 6660 0328
Email: marie.cullen@richmondvalley.nsw.gov.au