Grants and financial assistance

Special events grants up to $1,000

As part of Council’s commitment to provide a safe, active, vibrant and inclusive community, Council’s special events grant program allows for funding namely Australia Day and ANZAC Day Commemorations. 

The special events grant amount available is up to $1,000 per event. Council allows organisations to make applications for additional events via other funding programs where applicable. Multiple applications for the same event are not allowed (excluding RADF).

Applications for the special events grant program are open via two rounds as follows:

  • Round 1: Opens 1 October 2024 - Closing 4 pm 20 December 2024
  • Round 2: Opens 1 January 2025 - Closing 4 pm 20 March 2025

Notification of assessment outcomes will be advised within 21 working days after application close.

For eligibility, please refer to the special events grant program guidelines.

Please direct your enquiries concerning the Special Events Program to Council’s Events Unit on 1300 883 699 or email us at events.admin@bundaberg.qld.gov.au

Special Events Grants Program Funding guidelines

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Acknowledging Funding Support Guide

Contact us

Address: 190 Bourbong Street
Bundaberg QLD 4670. Australia.

Telephone: 1300 883 699