Grants
Yass Valley Council’s grant programs are a way for Council to support community organisations and others to continue their worthwhile work in the community.
Council Supported Grants
The following grants, supported or managed by Yass Valley Council, may be of interest to community groups and are currently open for applications:
- Bango Wind Farm Community Enhancement Fund - Over $55,000 for community groups within 20km of Bango Wind Farm. Expression of interest to join the committee is now open and close 10 November 2025. Applications for grants open early 2026.
Yass Valley Community Funding
The following third-party grants may be of interest to community groups and are currently open for applications:
Transgrid Community Partnerships Program - offers grants of up to $5,000 for not-for-profit organisations that are local to Yass Valley. Applications now open and close Friday 31 October, 2025.
Innovate with nbn® Grants Program - nbn grants program that champions the ideas, resilience and brilliance of regional digital businesses, with cash prizes and also $125,000 in grants up for grabs. Available for digital businesses connected to the nbn. Applications now open and close on 12 October, 2025.
Local Heritage Grants Program
In association with the Heritage Branch of the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH), Yass Valley Council may be able to provide support to assist owners, property managers and community groups to undertake projects within the Yass Valley.
You can make a time to discuss your proposed project with Council’s Heritage Advisor at any time throughout the year.
Local Heritage Grants Program 2025/2026
Applications for Yass Valley Council’s 2025/2026 Local Heritage Grants Program are now open, with $18,000 in funding available for heritage conservation projects.
Local Heritage Grants aim to contribute to the preservation of structures of historical value and to foster positive attitudes towards heritage and conservation.
With the adoption of the Yass Main Street Masterplan, building owners are encouraged to apply to complete works that complement this Plan. Projects may include painting, restoration repairs to awnings or removal of redundant signage – projects that will improve the appearance and heritage values of the Yass Main Street.
There is an upper limit of $4,000 for each Local Heritage Grant and in each case the grant must not total more than 50 per cent of the cost of the project or initiative.
If you do wish to apply for a grant it is advised that you speak with our Heritage Advisor, contact can be made through Council on 6226 1477.
Applications for the Local Heritage Grants Program can be accessed here(PDF, 235KB) and they close at 5pm on Friday, 21st November 2025.
Grants Guru Portal
Finding and accessing funding often seems a complicated and difficult process. It shouldn’t be.
Yass Valley Council has partnered with The RDA Southern NSW and ACT to launch a grants portal for everyone to use, including businesses, community groups, not-for-profits and individuals.
Grant Guru is a one-stop shop for Federal and State Government grants, rebates, concessions, awards and scholarships.
Grant Guru allows you to:
- Get free email alerts when grants open, close and are updated.
- Track your application.
- Find tips and support for writing grant applications.
Access the Grant Guru portal online.