Grants & Funding
Community Grants Register
Our Community Grants Register is a regularly updated list of external funding opportunities available to local community groups and individuals.
It includes a variety of Queensland and national grant programs, organised by application closing date. Ongoing or open-ended grants are listed at the bottom for easy reference.
Council encourages community members to explore these opportunities and offers support with the application process, including assistance with grant writing.
If your group is planning a project and needs help applying for a grant, please contact Council for guidance.
Download the Diamantina Shire Council Community Grants Register HERE.
Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF)
The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) is a partnership between the Queensland Government, through Arts Queensland, and Diamantina Shire Council to support local arts, culture, and heritage projects.
RADF Grants fund activities such as music, workshops with artists, paint-and-sip events, dance classes, and performance fees—helping our creative community deliver quality contemporary projects, build skills, grow audiences, and boost the region’s cultural vitality.
The program is flexible, with funding priorities shaped by local needs to celebrate creativity, strengthen identity, and foster vibrant, inclusive communities.
RADF Objectives:
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Deliver public value for Queensland communities.
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Build local cultural capacity, innovation, and community pride.
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Support the Queensland Government’s objectives for the community.
Key Dates
| Funding Round | Applications Open | Applications Close | Outcome Advised | Project Delivery Timeframe |
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| Round 1 | 29 September 2025 | Friday 24 October 2025, 5:00pm | 28 November 2025 | By 30 April 2026 |
| Round 2 | 2 February 2026 | Friday 27 February 2026 | 27 March 2026 | By 30 September 2026 |
How to Apply
Before applying, please read the Diamantina Shire Council RADF Guidelines to confirm your project’s eligibility. Once you’ve reviewed the guidelines, complete the DSC RADF Application form and submit it by the closing date for the relevant funding round.
The following documents will assist you in preparing your application:
Diamantina Shire Council (DSC) RADF Guidelines
Download the DSC RADF Application Form - Download will begin immediately - check your downloads folder.
Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Grants Policy
Bedourie Aboriginal Corporation (BAC) Bursary Program
Are you under 25 and living in the Diamantina Shire? You could be eligible for funding through the Bedourie Aboriginal Corporation (BAC) Bursary program!
Who can apply for a grant?
You must be a permanent resident, a community organisation or club within the Diamantina Shire Council (DSC) area, or an individual/group representing the area by performing, competing or presenting at district, state, national or international competitions, conferences or events AND be or be representing individuals or groups under the age of 25 years.
Funding Available:
- Up to $350 for individuals representing the Diamantina Shire at competition or event level in Queensland.
- Up to $500 for those representing Queensland at a national competition or event or who have won at a state level and are competing in a national competition.
- Up to $1,000 for individuals representing Australia at an international competition or event level.
- Up to $2,000 for not-for-profit community organisations or clubs for sporting and/or cultural events, performances, or representation.
Learn more and find out how to apply here.
Diamantina Shire Council Community Grants
Diamantina Shire Council’s Community Grants Program provides financial and in-kind support to individuals, community groups, and organisations undertaking projects that contribute to a vibrant and connected community. This may include artistic endeavours, cultural celebrations, recreational activities, sporting events, and other community-focused initiatives. Support is offered through a fair and transparent process to help bring local ideas to life.
How to apply
Please review the information below to guide you through the application process effectively. Your contribution to our community is invaluable, and we look forward to supporting your endeavours!
IMPORTANT: Please read the information below to assist you in completing your application.
Community Grants Application Form
Community Grants Program In-Kind Support Request
Community Grants Acquittal Form
Diamantina Shire Council Logo (PNG)
Completed forms can be sent to paula.brown@diamantina.qld.gov.au
For queries, please contact our Community Coordinator on 07 4746 1600.
Information and fact sheets for people and organisations interested in applying for community grants through other Avenues of Funding
Guides and fact sheets are available for individuals and organisations keen on seeking community grants through alternative funding avenues. Grants play a pivotal role in sustaining non-profit entities, with billions of dollars distributed annually by various bodies, including governmental bodies at local, state, and federal levels, philanthropic groups, community trusts, and corporate foundations.
Here are some grants and funding opportunities available in Queensland for various purposes:
Queensland Government
- The Queensland Government offers various grants and assistance programs that may benefit community organisations and businesses. More information is available on its official website.
- These grants encompass a diverse range of areas, including community support, business development, and additional initiatives.
Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GCBF)
Grants up to $35,000 are available to increase the capacity of not-for-profit groups to provide opportunities for Queensland communities. There are four funding rounds per year.
Community benefit funding programs
National Library of Australia
Community Heritage Grants of up to $15,000 to assist with preserving locally owned, but nationally significant, collections.
National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC)
Funding for local community NAIDOC week activities is held annually in the first week of July. Applications open in early April each year.
Queensland Destination Events Program
To foster regional tourism and economic development. Grants are available to develop destination events or support significant events—four yearly funding rounds.
Australian Communities Foundation
Grants to support charitable organisations and projects are assessed from a pool of funding requests made to the Foundation.
Australian Communities Foundation
Australian Government Indigenous Affairs
A range of funding programs is available for indigenous projects and initiatives.
Letters of support
To obtain a letter of support from the Council for their funding application, organisations can email admin@diamantina.qld.gov.au.
Please include a document with a draft version of the letter of support text to help us provide a comprehensive recommendation.