The Thriving Communities Program provides small grants for projects that build social capital through:

• community group participation
• a sense of belonging
• equity of access.

Projects that meet the aims of the program may include:

• physical infrastructure – new and expanded
• plant and equipment
• events to enhance community wellbeing and engagement, including promotional expenses capped at 10% of the grant
• training such as first aid, mental health first aid, child safe, cultural awareness and inclusion.

Applications close 24 October 2024, or when all funding has been allocated, whichever occurs first.