Published on 14 October 2026
The Stronger Communities Programme (SCP) supports the Australian Government’s commitment to deliver social benefits in communities across Australia by funding projects in each of the 150 Federal electorates. The program provides grants for community projects to strengthen and benefit local communities and is part of the Government’s 2026-27 Budget Initiatives.
The program provides grants of between $2,500 and $20,000 to community organisations and local governments for infrastructure projects that deliver social benefits for local communities.
Projects are selected by Members of Parliament and their community consultation committees and are then submitted to the government for assessment. Federal Members of Parliament (MPs) identify potential projects and invite applications from their electorate.