Community Grants Scheme

The Southern Limestone Coast Council's Community Grants Scheme is for community groups to develop projects and events that enhance community well-being and increase participation in social and leisure activities.

Projects that will be supported must align with the program's objectives to:

• Support the provision of programs and services which respond to a community need;
• Contribute to the building of stronger communities;
• To encourage partnerships with Council; and
• To facilitate the effective use of community resources and encourage sustainability of services and programs.

Submissions for Round 1 of the 2026-2027 Community Grants Scheme are now open. Applications can be completed and lodged to the Southern Limestone Coast Council via:

• Attachment via email to info@slcc.sa.gov.au
• Electronic submission via Your Say
• Return completed hard copy to a Council office:
  • Principal Office at 324 Commercial Street West, Mount Gambier
  • Port MacDonnell Community Complex at 5-7 Charles Street, Port MacDonnell

Applicants are strongly encouraged to read both the Application Pack and Guidelines and Community Funding & Support Policy (FINPOL 09) before completing an Application Form.

More information can be found on Your Say. Enquiries regarding the Community Grants Scheme and application process can be directed to staff at Council's Principal Office on (08) 8721 0444 or info@slcc.sa.gov.au.

Application Dates:

Open: Monday 3 August 2026

Close: 5:00pm Friday 11 September 2026