Grants & Partnerships
About Community Grants
The Townsville City Council Community Grants Program provides financial and in-kind support to eligible organisations, community groups, artists and businesses to deliver activities, events, projects and initiatives that benefit the Townsville community.
The program invests in initiatives that strengthen community connection, increase participation and accessibility, support inclusion and diversity, celebrate arts and culture, enhance liveability, and contribute to Townsville's social, cultural and economic development. Funding is provided across a range of grants and partnership opportunities, supporting both emerging ideas and established organisations that deliver meaningful outcomes for the community.
Through the Community Grants Program, Council works collaboratively with local organisations to maximise community benefit, ensure value for public investment and support activities that align with Council's strategic priorities and the needs of Townsville residents.
On 3 June 2026, Council endorsed updates to the Community Grants Policy.
From 1 July 2026, Council’s Community Grants Program will include:
- Community Quick Response Grants ($1,000 to $5,000)
- Community Activation Grants ($5,001 to $25,000) Competitive
Grants and Partnerships Available
Contact Us
Community Grants and Partnerships Team
13 48 10
communitygrants@townsville.qld.gov.au
Acknowledgement and Logos
Grants and Partnerships Awarded
If you would like information regarding Grants and Partnerships that have been awarded since 1 February 2019, this can now be accessed on Townsville Dashboards under Your Council using the Community Grants and Partnerships tab.
You can also access the more detailed dataset in the Open Data Portal.
Alternate Funding Options
Council has a number of Grant Programs which aim to provide opportunities for Townsville residents and community groups.
Below is a list of alternate funding sources which may also be helpful in sourcing financial assistance for projects and ventures.
More Grants and Funding Opportunities
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To keep Townsville growing, Council is actively involved in the delivery of projects to provide vital infrastructure and exciting development opportunities.
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