2026-2027 Hilltops Council Financial Assistance and Sponsorship Program Open for Applications
Under section 356 of the Local Government Act 1993 Hilltops Council once a year calls for applications from community organisations who are seeking financial assistance or sponsorship from Council.
Our annual Financial Assistance and Sponsorship program provides funding to eligible community groups and organisations with the aim to maximise community connections, and improve the function and sustainability of community projects/events and facilities.
This program is run each year to provide financial assistance to organisations to help deliver local initiatives that make a positive contribution to our community.
All applications and supporting information must be submitted to Council on the prescribed forms which are available below and at Council offices, and be submitted to submissions@hilltops.nsw.gov.au by midnight Friday 18 September 2026.
When submitting an application please supply as much information as possible so that Council is able to assess your application to its full potential.
It is highly recommended that you read the Hilltops Council Financial Assistance and Sponsorship Policy prior to submitting an application.
Financial Assistance & Sponsorship Policy
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Financial Assistance Program:
Fund 1 – Small Scale Infrastructure Fund
To assist organisations to provide infrastructure for their community/sporting group. Council will fund a maximum of up to 50% of the cost of the infrastructure, to a maximum of $2,500.
Fund 2 – General Fund for Community Financial Assistance
This fund is designed to assist community groups and organisations to undertake special programs or events. Council will fund a maximum of $2,500 of the event or program.
Financial Assistance Form 2026-2027
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Sponsorship Program:
Sponsorships will be considered for not-for-profit groups, organisations or individuals seeking to organise an event/activity within the Hilltops Local Government Area that has demonstrable benefit to the community. Council will fund a maximum of $2,500 of the event or activity.
Sponsorship Program Form 2026-2027
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RDA Southern Inland Grant Funding Finder
Finding and accessing funding often seems a complicated and difficult process. It shouldn’t be.
Hilltops Council has partnered with Regional Development Australia Southern Inland (RDASI), with this partnership we offer a FREE online grant finder to identify current opportunities. This resource connects business and community groups with available funding from local, state and federal government, plus private foundation sources.
RDA Southern Inland Grant Funding Finder allows you to:
- Find available grants.
- Get free email alerts when grants open, close and are updated.
- Track your application.
- Find tips and support for writing grant applications.
Access the grant portal online now at: https://grantguru.com/au/rdasna