Deadline: 31-May-2026
The Social Inclusion Grants Program is designed to support initiatives that bring people together and promote inclusion across different cultural, social, and community groups. It encourages activities that reduce barriers to participation and strengthen community relationships.
The program prioritizes projects that foster meaningful engagement, mutual understanding, and long-term social cohesion.
Funding Details
- Grant amount: $2,000 to $20,000 (excluding GST)
- Purpose: Social inclusion and community connection initiatives
- Focus: Participation, diversity, cultural safety, and community engagement
- Coverage: Community-based projects and local initiatives
Key Focus Areas
- Strengthening social connection within and between communities
- Promoting inclusion across diverse cultural groups
- Supporting culturally safe community activities
- Encouraging participation in sports and recreation
- Advancing multicultural engagement
- Facilitating community dialogue and interaction
- Supporting pro-inclusion initiatives
- Enhancing outreach and engagement efforts
- Building community capacity and leadership
- Supporting family and parenting programs
Eligible Applicants
Eligible applicants include:
- Legally constituted not-for-profit organisations
- Small businesses delivering community-focused programs
- Voluntary-run community groups
- Individuals applying through an auspiced eligible organisation
All applicants must demonstrate clear community benefit and inclusive engagement.
Eligible Activities
The program supports a wide range of inclusive initiatives, including:
- Culturally safe fitness and wellbeing classes
- Multicultural sports events (e.g. soccer, wheelchair basketball)
- Community and faith-based dialogue sessions
- Multicultural festivals and celebrations
- Community outreach and engagement programs
- Capacity-building and leadership development activities
- Family fun days and community gatherings
- Parenting support and life transition workshops
- Inclusion-focused education and awareness programs
Program Objectives
The program aims to:
- Increase social inclusion and participation
- Strengthen community cohesion and trust
- Promote cultural diversity and understanding
- Encourage accessible and inclusive community spaces
- Support family wellbeing and community support systems
- Build stronger, more connected local communities
Why This Program Matters
The Social Inclusion Grants Program is important because it:
- Reduces social isolation and strengthens community bonds
- Promotes cultural understanding and respect
- Encourages participation from diverse groups
- Supports equitable access to community activities
- Builds safer and more inclusive local environments
- Strengthens grassroots community development
Conclusion
The Social Inclusion Grants Program supports initiatives that foster unity, participation, and belonging across diverse communities. By funding inclusive activities such as sports, cultural events, dialogue sessions, and family support programs, it helps create stronger, more connected, and socially cohesive communities.
For more information, visit City of Newcastle.