Tweed Community Grants open

LOCAL community groups and not-for-profit organisations are being invited to apply for up to $5,000 in funding through Tweed Shire Council’s 2025 Community Grants Program.

The program supports grassroots projects that enhance wellbeing, increase social connection,promote inclusion, and reduce homelessness.

Projects that make use of local recreation spaces and bring people together are also encouraged.

To help applicants strengthen their submissions, Council will host free workshops and drop-in support sessions at Murwillumbah and Tweed Heads Civic Centres on June 10 and 11, and at Murwillumbah Library on June 17.

Tweed Shire mayor, Chris Cherry, said the grants had supported a wide range of local initiatives.

“These grants are about supporting the people and ideas that help the Tweed thrive,” Cr Cherry said.

The Brain Injury Community secured funding for events connecting people with brain injuries and to build their social support networks. Photo: SUPPLIED

“We’re encouraging all eligible groups with a project that creates real impact in our community to apply and make the most of this funding opportunity.”

Successful grants in 2024 included Mongrels Health and Wellbeing, a grassroots community-focused initiative that uses inclusive, no-nonsense language and creative approaches to support men’s mental health, resilience, and social connection.

The Brain Injury Community – a peer-led initiative that fosters connection, understanding, and resilience among people living with brain injury – was also successfully funded.

Applications close on Sunday, June 29.

For information and workshop registration links, visit tweed.nsw.gov.au/community/community-support/grants-funding/community-grants