The Strong and Resilient Communities (SARC) grant program provides neighbourhood and community centres (NCCs) with the opportunity to access up to $15,000 to support the social and economic participation of vulnerable and disadvantaged people in their local communities within a 6-month period.
This grant program is offered through our national peak body, Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Association (ANHCA).
Round 2 of the SARC grant program is currently open and closes on the 2 December 2025.
Eligible projects will deliver group or individual services designed to improve participant wellbeing, social connection, resilience, independence, and life skills to:
- Support young people aged 12–18 who are disengaged or at risk of disengaging from school, employment or training.
- Support people with disability to increase independence and participation in their community.
- Support unemployed individuals to build skills, networks and pathways to employment or education.
- Support vulnerable and disadvantaged women, including those experiencing social isolation or discrimination, to strengthen self-agency and engage in the community or economy.
Who can apply?
- These grants are only available to NCCs who are members of our state peak bodies.
- Only one submission will be considered per NCCs in each round.
- Applicants must be willing to collect basic participant data for reporting.
- There is no population limit for this grant - NCCs in towns or communities of any size are eligible.
Before you begin your application determine whether your project meets the eligibility criteria by reading the applicant guidelines.
More Information & Apply Now
For more information, including eligibility, and to apply now, visit the ANHCA website.
More Information
If you have any enquiries regarding these grants, contact the ANHCA Operations Manager, Jarrah Kelly at [email protected] or phone 0428 964 817