Grant applications for the Huon Valley Council’s Community Liveability Fund are now open.
The Huon Valley Council’s Community Liveability Fund provides grants for projects that promote, enhance, and sustain liveability across our region. This fund brings together Council’s previous Community, Creative, and NRM Grant programs into a single, streamlined program, and introduces a new Climate Research Grant stream to support climate adaptation and resilience research in the Huon Valley.
We recognise that everyone, including individuals, community groups, organisations, and businesses, has a role to play in helping our communities thrive.
Available Funding
For the 2026–27 financial year, the Community Liveability Fund has a total funding pool of $37,300. It offers two types of cash grant:
- Minor Grant: up to $3,000 (plus GST if applicable) per project
- Major Grant: $3,001 to $10,000 (plus GST if applicable) per project, for exceptional projects that demonstrate substantial community benefit, innovation, and alignment with multiple liveability attributes.
Applicants may apply for, and receive funding for, only one project per financial year. This ensures funding is distributed fairly across the Huon Valley community.
Key Dates
The Community Liveability Fund opens annually. All applicants must contact our Community & Place team to discuss their project before applying.
| Applications Open | 9am – Monday 12 October 2026 |
| Applications Close | 5pm – Monday 14 December 2026 |
| Advice to Applicants | Applicants will be notified in writing after Council makes its decision at the Ordinary Council Meeting on 24 February 2027 |
| Project Acquittal | Projects must be completed by 28 February 2028. Acquittal is due within one month of project completion |
The Community Liveability Fund supports projects that strengthen the social, cultural, environmental, or economic wellbeing of the Huon Valley. We’re looking for initiatives that bring innovative solutions to local challenges and align with our Community Vision and the Huon Valley Liveability Framework.
Strong community outcomes depend on collaboration and local leadership. We encourage applications that are community-driven, build on local knowledge, and create lasting benefits for the Huon Valley.
For full details on what each stream supports, and examples of projects we might fund, please refer to the 2026-27 Guidelines.
How to Apply
- Read the 2026-27 Guidelines and confirm your eligibility
- Contact Council - all applicants are required to speak with our Community & Place team prior to submission
- Complete and submit the online application form below, along with all supporting documents before the closing date
Contact Us
📞 (03) 6264 0300
📧 hvc@huonvalley.tas.gov.au
📬 PO Box 210, Huonville TAS 7109
📍 40 Main Street, Huonville