Vibrant Spaces Micro Grant Fund

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

This program provides opportunities for residents to drive creative and artistic place activation programs that connect our community, increase the vibrancy of our town centres and improve the visitor experience.

Initiatives could include:

• 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.

Key dates

Applications accepted 30 July 2024 to 30 June 2025.

Funding available

A total of $15,000 is available with up to $1000 maximum per application.

Who can apply?

• individuals who live in Port Stephens
• incorporated, not-for-profit organisations or charities
• registered businesses with an ABN
• sole traders
• schools
• artists
• community and volunteer groups (for example, Landcare groups)
• service organisations.
• town teams

How to apply

Read the Funding guidelines for full details about applying for a grant with Port Stephens council. Give our team a call to discuss your project on 02 4988 0255 or email pscgrants@portstephens.nsw.gov.au

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