Stronger Communities grants offer an opportunity across the Parkes electorate

Round 10 of the Australian Government’s Stronger Communities Programme is now open for expressions of interest, and Federal Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey MP is encouraging community groups to apply.

The Stronger Communities Programme invites community groups and local governing bodies to apply for up to $20,000 of funding to deliver small infrastructure projects, with a total of $150,000 available for each electorate.

“The Stronger Communities Programme is a great opportunity for community groups to get that important project off the ground, or to finish one that is already underway,” Mr Chaffey said.

“In these tough times, every dollar counts, and a grant of up $20,000 could make a significant difference to a group looking at a project such as hall improvements, purchasing equipment or improving accessibility.

“Community groups and local government make our communities wonderful places to live in. This is one way they can receive some solid support to keep making a difference in their local communities.

“Last year saw some great organisations receive funding, including Camp Cypress in Baradine, funding for Orana Support Service for the Dubbo Youth Accommodation Centre and money towards the Fun Family Fitness program in Broken Hill.

“I encourage community organisations to take a look at the Stronger Communities Programme and consider applying.”

Eligible applicants include incorporated not-for-profit organisations, non-distributing cooperatives, companies limited by guarantee, Australian Indigenous corporations, eligible religious organisations, and local councils.

Funding may cover up to 100 per cent of eligible project costs for eligible not-for-profit groups. Local councils who apply must contribute at least 50 per cent of eligible project costs.

Following the expression-of-interest process, selected organisations will be nominated and invited to submit a formal application to the Federal Government for funding under the Stronger Communities Programme.

Expressions of interest must be submitted to Mr Chaffey’s office by 5pm on Monday, 2nd November 2026.

To lodge an Expression of Interest and for further information on the eligibility guidelines, please visit jamiechaffey.com.au. Further information is available from https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/stronger-communities-programme-round-10

Further inquiries can be made to Jamie Chaffey MP’s office on (02) 6882 0999.

Caption: The Murrin Bridge Local Aboriginal Land Council was a successful applicant in the Stronger Communities Programme in the last round, securing funding for its Indigenous rugby uniform project.

You can find the Expressions of Interest form here

Please download the file and either print it or fill it in electronically, and return to jamie.chaffey.mp@aph.gov.au or post or drop in to my Dubbo office at:

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