Applications now open for Round 2, 2026

Local not-for-profit organisations may be eligible to apply for grants of between $500 and $5,000 for initiatives that create a lasting, practical benefit in communities near Transgrid projects or existing infrastructure.

Since 2023, more than 470 organisations have received over $1.9 million in Transgrid grants for a range of initiatives spanning from community infrastructure, to workshops, along with inclusivity and accessibility projects.

Round 1, 2026: Applications now open (closes midnight Sunday 25 October, 2026)

Grant amount: Grants of up to $5,000 are available

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How to apply

  • Confirm your organisation’s eligibility and submit your application by the due date.
  • Choose an initiative within your organisation that would benefit from up to $5,000 in funding.
  • Complete your application via the SmartyGrants platform.
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Eligibility

We accept applications from community groups which fit the following criteria: not-for-profit organisations, sporting groups, mens/womens sheds, etc.

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Need more information?

Our FAQs cover key information about the program and application process.

View the FAQs

For practical help with your application, you’re invited to join one of our online drop-in sessions from 14–16 October 2026.

Date and time

Format

Wednesday 14 October, 3pm – 6pm

Register for session here

Microsoft Teams (link will be provided upon registration)

Thursday 15 October, 3pm – 6pm

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Microsoft Teams (link will be provided upon registration)

Friday 16 October, 3pm – 6pm

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Microsoft Teams (link will be provided upon registration)

We’d also love to hear about the work your organisation is doing locally. You can contact your local Transgrid engagement team or email cpp@transgrid.com.au.

Follow us on social media for the latest program updates and stories from grant recipients.

Program beneficiaries

Transgrid has provided grants to 78 not-for-profit community organisations in Round 1, 2026 (Mar/Apr) of our Community Partnerships Program.

See full list of recipients

We love sharing our communities’ stories. Watch the videos to see how our Community Partnerships Program has benefited locals in the past.

Visit our Community Partnerships Program playlist for more videos featuring our grant recipients.

  • Miracle Babies Foundation: They had an idea to help regional families feel better supported during an overwhelming time.​
  • Ladies Like To Lunch: They had an idea to help people navigating cancer rebuild strength and confidence together.​
  • Good Hope–Boambolo Bushfire Brigade: They had an idea to help volunteers respond more safely and quickly​
  • Deniliquin Boat Club: They had an idea to make their community club more sustainable.​

Community programs creating lasting benefits for regional NSW

A diverse range of community organisations across regional NSW will be able to invest in essential equipment, upgraded facilities, training programs and vital local services through funding provided by Transgrid’s Community Partnerships Program.

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Supporting local communities to deliver positive change

Not-for-profit organisations across regional NSW have been awarded much-needed funding to deliver a wide range of initiatives to make their local communities a better place to live.

Grants of up to $5,000 have been allocated to 62 not-for-profit groups under the latest round ofTransgrid’s Community Partnerships Program.

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Wentworth Angling Club improves its facilities for local events

Wentworth Angling Club brings local people together through events and community activities.

With support from the Community Partnerships Program, the club purchased a tractor and upgraded its kitchen with new ovens and a grease pit. The improvements have made the facilities better equipped to support events and community gatherings.

Watch the Wentworth Angling Club story
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Wentworth District Community Medical Centre strengthens its emergency response

The Wentworth District Community Medical Centre continues to play a vital role in supporting local health needs.

Through a $5,000 grant from our Community Partnerships Program, the centre has secured an emergency trolley and an automated external defibrillator, helping to strengthen its emergency response capabilities and enhance community safety.

Watch the medical centre's story
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Australian Inland Botanical Gardens grows community participation

The Australian Inland Botanical Gardens in Mourquong is home to a diverse collection of native Australian plants and serves as a space for community engagement, tourism, education, science, and conservation.

 With support from a community grant, the Gardens boosted awareness, attracted new volunteers, and strengthened their conservation and education programs. This has helped more local people and visitors learn about and participate in the Gardens’ activities.

Watch the Garden's story
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Moulamein Bowling Club connects local people with health and wellbeing support

The Moulamein Bowling Club plays a central role in the local community, providing a welcoming space for connection and support.

With funding from our Community Partnerships Program, the club hosted a Men’s Health Night—a free event that provided meals, transport, and access to important health and wellbeing services.

Watch the Moulamein Bowling Club story

FAQs



1. Who can apply?

The Community Partnerships Program is open to not-for-profit organisations delivering benefits to local communities where Transgrid has a presence. This includes community groups and service providers, registered charities, and other not-for-profit organisations.

Before applying, confirm that:
  • your organisation is not-for-profit;
  • your initiative will provide a lasting and practical benefit for the community;
  • your organisation is located in, or provides services to, an eligible area near a Transgrid project or existing easement;
  • your organisation has an ABN, or the grant will be administered by an incorporated not-for-profit organisation; and
  • the community benefiting from the initiative is covered by the postcode checker.

Check your postcode here

2. How much can we apply for?

Grants of up to $5,000 are available through the Transgrid Community Partnerships Program.

If your initiative costs more than that, you are still able to apply – you will simply need to demonstrate in your application how you plan to raise the remainder of the funds needed to ensure you can successfully deliver your initiative.

3. Can the grant cover operational expenses such as printing?

No. Community Partnerships Program grants cannot be used for routine operational expenses, such as printing or other ongoing business costs.
If you believe operational costs form an important part of your initiative, include these costs as part of your application with an explanation of why they should be considered.

Transgrid reserves the right to partially fund your initiative and specify where funds must be directed.

4. Do we need to provide quotes to support our application?

Yes. Your application must include evidence of the expected costs.
Please provide at least two quotes or other acceptable evidence for the goods or work included in your application.

5. Can we submit more than one application?

Yes. An eligible organisation may submit applications for more than one initiative in the same funding round.

Submit a separate application for each initiative. We will assess each application individually.

6. Can an initiative receive funding more than once?

No. If an application is successful and receives Community Partnerships Program funding, it will not be eligible for funding in future grant rounds.

Your organisation may apply for a different initiative if it meets the eligibility requirements.

7. Can my organisation apply for a smaller amount?

Organisations are encouraged to apply for any amount between $500 and $5,000 through the program.

8. What is SmartyGrants?

We use SmartyGrants to receive and manage Community Partnerships Program applications. Through the online platform, you can submit your application and supporting documents and follow the progress of your application.

Before submitting personal information, please read the privacy information provided on the application page.

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9. How will our personal information be handled?

We use SmartyGrants, a third-party platform, to receive and process Community Partnerships Program applications. Before submitting your application, read the privacy information on the application page.

It explains how personal information submitted through SmartyGrants will be collected, used, stored and disclosed.

Read the privacy information

10. Our office is located within an eligible Transgrid project area, but the communities we service are not. Can we apply?

No. As part of the Community Partnerships Program eligibility criteria, initiatives that receive funding must directly benefit communities located near a Transgrid project or existing easement.

Use the postcode checker to confirm whether the community benefiting from your initiative is in an eligible area.

11. What happens after we submit an application?

We may contact your organisation by phone or email if we need more information during the assessment process.

Please check that the contact details in your application are correct and monitor the nominated email account after applications close.

If we cannot obtain information needed to assess your application, we may be unable to progress it.

12. When will we receive the outcome?

We will email all applicants after the assessment process is complete.
If your initiative depends on funding by a particular date, include that date in your application. We will consider the information, but we cannot guarantee an outcome by your preferred date.

13. If successful, will we receive the full amount requested?

Not necessarily. We may offer less than the amount requested or approve funding for particular parts of an initiative.

This may occur when we receive more eligible applications than the available program funding can support. If we offer partial funding, we will explain the amount and the costs it may be used for.

14. If our application is approved, when will we receive its funding?

Successful applicants should receive their grant within 30 business days after:
  • accepting the funding offer; and
  • providing a valid invoice or all requested payment details.

Missing or incorrect information may delay payment.

15. How long do we have to spend the grant?

Unless we agree otherwise in writing, grant funding must be spent within 6-8 months of the grant date (commencing for rounds September 2027 onwards).

If you expect that you will not be able to use the funding within six months, contact us in writing as soon as possible to request an extension. We will consider the request, but an extension is not guaranteed. 

If an extension is not approved, any unspent funding must be returned to Transgrid.

16. Who can we contact for help?

If you have questions about your proposed initiative or the application process, contact your local Transgrid engagement team or email cpp@transgrid.com.au.

We welcome questions before the closing date.

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Community Partnerships Program for Far West NSW

In late 2024, Transgrid announced $500,000 in new grants for community organisations and not-for-profit groups in impacted areas of Far West NSW, in addition to its $1.5 million contribution to the NSW Government’s community support package for residents and businesses.

Information on the Community Partnerships Program for Far West NSW can be found by visiting: Broken Hill & Far West NSW Community Partnerships Program | Transgrid