In the 2026-27 Budget, the ACT Government increased funding available for environmental organisations and applications are now open for the ACT Government’s 2026–27 Environmental Grants Program.
More than $400,000 is available to support community-led projects that protect, enhance and celebrate the ACT’s environment and biodiversity.
The ACT Government has increased funding for the program by $150,000 over three years as part of the 2026–27 Budget, enabling more community groups and organisations to deliver projects that support a healthy and resilient environment.
Funding is available through two grant streams:
- Environment Grants – up to $25,000 per project for initiatives that improve environmental outcomes, strengthen community connections with nature and support Caring for Country.
- Environmental Volunteer Group Assistance Grants – up to $5,000 per project to help environmental volunteer groups build capability, develop skills and continue their stewardship activities.
Applications close on Tuesday 25 August 2026.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Climate Change, Environment, Energy and Water Suzanne Orr:
“Community groups, volunteers, and citizen scientists play a vital role in protecting and enhancing our precious Bush Capital.”
“The Environmental Grants Program supports practical projects that deliver environmental benefits while helping people connect with nature and Country through community action and volunteering.”
“These grants have previously gone to a range of projects, covering lots of activities including environment restoration, bush walk tours, pollinator supports and grassland conservation.”
“I encourage community and volunteer organisations with ideas that protect, restore, or celebrate our local environment to apply for funding.”
Quote attributable to Julie Armstrong, President, ACT Bees and Other Pollinators:
“ACT Government Environment Grant funding has helped us deliver native bee hotel workshops for schools and community groups, inspiring people to learn about and protect our native pollinators.”
“The project has created hands-on opportunities for people to contribute to biodiversity conservation and citizen science while building greater awareness of the importance of pollinator habitat.”
