Community funding
Funding for the Community category in our 2026/27 financial year totals $102,500.
A Community Funding round will be held in June, with $24,000 available to support projects and activities that benefit the Greytown district, with a focus on social, cultural, and environmental well-being.
We are pleased to continue our support for key community events, including the Festival of Christmas in July and the Greytown Santa Parade in December.
A portion of the funding budget has been set aside for larger community projects. We look forward to engaging with local groups to explore how the Trust can support initiatives that align with our strategic goals.
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Community funding 2026 - “social, cultural and environmental”
Applications open 3 June and close 2 July.
During June we invite applications from local community groups, incorporated societies, registered charities, and individuals for activities and projects in the areas of “social, cultural and environmental” well-being.
All applications will be considered by Trustees at the July Board meeting.
Further details will be available on our website closer to the opening date.
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We are proud to continue our funding support for the Festival of Christmas, held in Greytown from 27 June to 25 July.
This vibrant festival brings our community together, adding an immense amount of joy and energy to our town throughout the month of July.
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2026/27
Funding is available for impactful projects that benefit the wider community. If you have a significant idea or project underway, come and talk to us about how we can help.
2025/26
Greytown Little Theatre – Studio 73 Upgrade
The Trust awarded $25,000 to the Greytown Little Theatre to support its Studio 73 Upgrade Project. This investment will help enhance the functionality and longevity of this important community arts facility, ensuring it continues to serve performers, audiences, and local creative groups well into the future.
Greytown RSA Cenotaph Project
In July, the Trust approved a funding commitment of $40,000 towards the development of a new cenotaph at the town’s memorial swimming baths. This funding, to be provided over two financial years.
Greytown Rugby Football Club – 150th Jubilee
The Trust has provided funding support of $16,000 to the Greytown Rugby Football Club in recognition of its 150th Jubilee. This includes $6,000 towards the production of the Club’s 150th Jubilee history book and a further $10,000 in sponsorship for the Jubilee celebrations to be held over King’s Birthday Weekend in 2026. This milestone is not only a celebration for the Club but a significant moment for our town’s history and community spirit. We are proud to help ensure the event is memorable, inclusive, and reflective of the Club’s longstanding contribution to Greytown.
St Lukes Church - Oak Trees
Emergency financial assistance of $5,000 was provided to St Lukes Church to carry out urgent arborist work on six historic oak trees along Church Street following damaging storms in early 2026.
