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Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) · Australia

Strengthening Rural Communities: Small & Vital

Awaiting next round

Grants for practical, community-led projects in small rural, remote and very remote communities.

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Matching is a starting point. The funder decides who is eligible.

Program at a glance

Application status
Awaiting next round
Funding amount
Up to A$10,000 (some larger grants to A$50,000)
Listed deadline
Runs in rounds (round 30 closed Sep 17, 2026)
Who can apply
Nonprofits, Charities, Municipalities, Schools, Libraries, archives and museums.
Where
Anywhere in Australia
Good for
Community and social services, Children and youth, Elders and seniors, Land, water and environment, Arts and culture
Pays for
A project, Equipment or supplies, Events, festivals or workshops

Who it's intended for

Details
Not-for-profit community groups in small rural and remote Australian communities; see FRRR's eligibility rules.

Source checked against the funder's website on October 24, 2026. From a round 30 summary; check frrr.org.au. Always confirm current details with the funder.

Still to confirm

A profile match does not check every requirement. Confirm these points on the funder's page before applying.

  • Whether the current intake is accepting applications, and its exact cutoff time and timezone.
  • Not-for-profit community groups in small rural and remote Australian communities; see FRRR's eligibility rules.
  • Any registration, membership or previous-funding restrictions.
  • Which costs are covered and what supporting documents are needed.

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