Open Call: SIAG Community Connection Grant 2027 (Australia)
Issued by Latrobe City Council · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls
- Published
- 24 Sept 2026
- Closes
- 16 Oct 2026, 23:59 UTC
- Reference
- open-call-siag-community-connection-grant-2027-australia
- Location
- Australia
Details
Deadline: 16-Oct-2026
Latrobe City Council is accepting submissions for the SIAG 2026/27 Community Connection Grant – Round 2, supporting community connection work aligned with Community Development and Health. Submissions close at 4:00pm on 16 October 2026 (AEDT). The grant is administered through Latrobe City Council’s online application system (SmartyGrants). The SIAG 2026/27 Community Connection Grant – Round 2 is delivered via Latrobe City Council’s online grant application service powered by SmartyGrants. The opportunity is designed to support community connection initiatives that align with the council’s stated focus areas: Community Development and Health. Details on the specific objectives, expected outcomes, and project scope are not included in the supplied source text. Applicants should review the official guidelines linked from the SmartyGrants opportunity page for full program requirements. For award limits, what costs are eligible, and any restrictions on spending, refer to the official guidelines for this grant (not included in the provided text). The supplied source confirms the opportunity is available for Latest Grants and Resources in Australia. However, it does not provide further eligibility details such as: Not specified in the source: The full eligibility requirements and any conditions applicants must meet. Applicants should consult the official guidelines for this round on the SmartyGrants page.
The opportunity’s stated focus areas are:
The supplied source does not list specific priority themes, activity types, or project categories. Applicants should check the official guidelines for the detailed activity expectations for SIAG 2026/27 Community Connection Grant – Round 2. This grant round is relevant for organisations seeking to deliver community connection work that aligns with Community Development and Health priorities. Because the application is managed through SmartyGrants, applicants can prepare and submit their responses online, including uploading required attachments (if requested in the form).
Submission deadline: 4:00pm on 16 October 2026 (AEDT).
Official application page (SmartyGrants): SIAG 2026/27 Community Connection Grant – Round 2
Contact (for guideline/deadline/form questions): What is the deadline for SIAG 2026/27 Community Connection Grant – Round 2? Who is offering this grant? The grant is offered by Latrobe City Council. Where do I apply? You apply through Latrobe City Council’s online grant application service powered by SmartyGrants via the official opportunity page: SIAG 2026/27 Community Connection Grant – Round 2. Can I save my application and return later? Yes. Your form saves as you navigate pages, and you can use “Save and Close” to pause and later continue from My Submissions. How do attachments work in the application? If attachments are required, you upload them during the form process. Files can be up to 25MB each (recommended 5MB to reduce upload time). After I submit, can I edit my application or upload more documents? No. Once submitted, no further editing or uploading of supporting documents is possible. What eligibility requirements apply to my organisation? The supplied source does not include detailed eligibility criteria. Applicants should review the official guidelines for this grant round on the SmartyGrants page. Before starting your submission, review the official SIAG 2026/27 Community Connection Grant – Round 2 guidelines and complete the SmartyGrants application form carefully, ensuring all required fields and any requested attachments are submitted before 4:00pm 16 October 2026 (AEDT). If you have questions about the form or deadlines, contact Latrobe City Council using the details provided on the opportunity page.
Context for bidders
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