Applications open: 17 August 2026

Applications close: 14 September 2026

Funding: up to $25,000

Australian communities are being hit harder by natural disasters more often. It takes many hands to get communities back up and running after a disaster and to build resilience for the next one.

That’s why the NAB Foundation Community Grants program provides funding of up to $25,000 for local projects that help communities withstand and recover from natural disasters.

We award $1.2 million in Community Grants each year across two grant rounds, including $200,000 available in Impact Grants for projects with big potential. These Impact Grants provide a further $25,000 to recipients to maximise the impact they have on their communities.

NAB Foundation Community Grants support community-led projects that relate to the following categories:

Training and Planning - Educational workshops, practical and strategic planning that help communities prepare for a natural disaster.

Community Recovery - Programs to enhance community connection, resilience and wellbeing post natural disaster.

Environment and Wildlife - Restoration of damaged vegetation and habitat, and rehabilitation of injured wildlife.

Equipment and Infrastructure - Tools, equipment and infrastructure improvements that help communities withstand natural disasters or recover in their aftermath.

For more information and to apply.