ACT Community Garden Grants 2026/27 (Round 12)

Before completing this application form you should have read the ACT Community Garden Grants Program guidelines, available at: 

https://www.climatechoices.act.gov.au/policy-programs/community-garden-grants 

Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

This section of the application form helps determine whether you meet the eligibility requirements for this grant. Please complete the eligibility questions first to avoid spending time on an application that may not be suitable.

Applications will be assessed on how well they:

• align with the funding Project Priorities outlined in the ACT Community Garden Grants Program guidelines
• demonstrate sound project planning, including achievable milestones, timelines, budget, and project outcomes
• define project outcomes and evaluation, and indicate good value for money, and
• demonstrate community and stakeholder support.

If you have any questions in regards to these eligibility criteria, please contact us at CEDcommunitygrants@act.gov.au. 

I confirm that the applicant organisation:

• has read and understands the guidelines for the ACT Community Garden Grants Round Twelve 
• is able to demonstrate alignment between their project and the aims of this program
• is an incorporated not-for-profit organisation, or an individual/unincorporated not-for-profit organisation auspiced by an incorporated not-for-profit organisation for the purposes of this application
• has a minimum of $20 million public liability insurance or can provide a quote from an insurance company to become insured for $20 million upon becoming successful for funding (this grant cannot be used to pay for the required insurance)
• is applying for funding to be used solely in the ACT and primarily for the benefit of ACT residents
• has appropriate land approvals in place (or in progress)
• has no overdue acquittal reports associated with grant programs administered by the ACT Government
• is not a government agency
• is not a political party registered under the Commonwealth Electoral Act (1918)
• is prepared to enter into a Deed of Grant with the Territory (please refer to the Community Garden Grants Guidelines for more information on entering into a Deed of Grant with the Territory).