Sydney Water

2025 Sydney Water Community Grants Program are now open

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Sydney Water’s popular annual Community Grants Program is back, offering local organisations the chance to make a real impact in their communities. The program supports grassroots organisations and community groups across Greater Sydney, the Blue Mountains, and the Illawarra, providing grants of up to $10,000 for projects that deliver sustainable water outcomes and enhance local liveability.

If your group has a great idea for a water-focused initiative, now is the time to apply.

Who Should Apply?

Sydney Water is inviting applications from not-for-profit groups, social enterprises, and community organisations that have a passion for water sustainability and community wellbeing. Whether you’re protecting local waterways, educating communities, or finding innovative ways to conserve water, this grant can help bring your ideas to life.

Focus Areas for Funding

Projects must align with one or more of the following key themes:

  • Water Education
    Projects that raise awareness of our connection to water, its cultural and environmental value, and promote water efficiency. These should include a clear call to action to inspire behaviour change in the community.

  • Healthy Waterways
    Initiatives that protect and enhance the health of rivers, beaches, and green spaces. Projects must demonstrate a tangible benefit to aquatic environments.

  • Water Conservation
    Programs that reduce, reuse, or recycle water to cut down on consumption. Eligible projects may include the implementation of water-saving technologies, devices, or systems, delivering measurable water savings.

Key Details

  • Grant amount: Up to $10,000 per project

  • Applications close: 5:00 PM, Monday 16 June 2025

  • More info: Community grants