Veteran Community Grants Program opens
VETERAN COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM OPEN
The NSW Government’s Veteran Community Grants Program is now open for applications. Funding is available for projects that support the wellbeing of veterans and their families, while helping to preserve and promote our military history and heritage.
Applications must align with and be submitted under one of the below category descriptions:
- Local history, heritage and education
Projects that help inform and educate the wider community about the service and sacrifice of local veterans and their families, including the conservation and display of memorabilia and artefacts, research towards online or print publications and educational activities.
- Public commemorative events and commemorative spaces
Events that honour or mark military anniversaries and pay tribute to the service and sacrifice of NSW veterans, or the creation of commemorative spaces. Please note, Anzac Day events are ineligible for funding.
- Provide support to members of the NSW veteran community
Activities such as excursions, milestone reunions, and training and development to assist with the health and wellbeing of the veteran community.
- Infrastructure and equipment
Projects that improve facilities, infrastructure, and equipment to strengthen the delivery of services and activities for the veteran community.
Category 1-3 projects can apply for maximum $3,000.
Category 4 projects can apply for a maximum of $10,000, with a total of $100,000 allocated for Category 4 funding.
Applications close at 5pm, Wednesday 11 November 2026, with outcomes advised in late January next year. The online application form for the 2026 Veteran Community Grants Program is available at https://veteransnsw.smartygrants.com.au/VCGP2026