Community and Centenary Grants Program

Katherine Town Council's Community Grants Program is dedicated to supporting local individuals, organisations, and groups passionate about making a positive impact within our community. These grants help fund initiatives that align with the Council’s five-year strategic plan, promoting community development, enhancing social cohesion, and addressing local needs. In addition to the regular Community Grants funding, Katherine Town Council is hosting a round of grants specifically for the Centenary of Katherine 2026!

Council provides up to $40,000 annually in funding. For the 2025-26 period, it has been boosted by an additional $20,000, so $60,000 will be allocated to the community. Applicants may apply for a minor grant of up to $2000 for capital purchases or initiatives or up to $5000 for a major event.

There is $20,000 available within the regular Community Grants program, and an additional $40,000 available for events and community activities that will bolster the Centenary of Katherine 2026 celebrations.

Application Process

Katherine Town Council’s Community and Centenary Grants Program opens every year from the 1st of August through to the 31st of August.
Applications must be submitted to records@ktc.nt.gov.au by 31st of August.
The Community Grant applications are assessed by the Community Grants Assessment Panel, which then recommends to the Council for endorsement.
The Centenary Grant applications are assessed by the Centenary of Katherine 2026 Advisory Committee, which then recommends to the Council for endorsement.
Once the recommendations have been adopted by the Council, grant funding letters are emailed to the applicants advising them of the outcome (late September/early October).

2025\26 Information Sessions

Are you interested in applying for the Grants Program? Join us for an informative session with all the details on eligibility criteria, step-by-step guidance on the application process, examples of previous year's successful projects, as well as a Q&A session to address any queries or concerns.

Wednesday, 30 July 2025, 12:30-1:30pm, at the Civic Centre
Wednesday, 30 July 2025, 5:30-6:30pm, at the Civic Centre

If you have any further queries please direct them to records@ktc.nt.gov.au