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Active Regional Communities Package - Local Priorities Grants

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The NSW Government has established the ARC - Local Priorities Stream 3 with funding of up to $10 million to expand the activities of community organisations that contribute to the wellbeing, social or economic participation of residents.

Local Priorities (Stream 3)

Status: Open

Grant amount: From $10,000 to $100,000

Who can apply: community organisations

Application closes: 22 May 2026, 4:00pm. 

Further information about the Local Priorities grants Local Priorities | NSW Government

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