Community groups, non-profit organisations and sporting clubs within the City of Playford may be eligible to apply for grants of up to $5,000 for a project or one-off community event. Through these grants, Council aims to support and encourage community projects/events that enhance neighbourhoods and improve the lives of our residents.

Community Development Grants offer financial support to non-profit community organisations, local groups and associations for proposals that:

• Deliver innovative, creative or new opportunities for the Playford community to become involved in their local community
• Encourage and support arts, cultural development, physical activity, health and wellbeing
• Demonstrate collaboration between organisations and the local community to maximise community benefit
• Develop and initiate locally based events, exhibitions and/or performances which make a positive contribution to community and cultural life in Playford

The guidelines provide detailed information about the requirements for completing this application. Before completing this application form, please ensure you have read and understood the program guidelines by clicking here.

Before proceeding, please ensure the following:

• your organisation is not-for-profit
• your organisation is incorporated, or is auspiced by an incorporated organisation for the purpose of this application
• your organisation is located within the City of Playford or provides a program/service/initiative within the City of Playford boundary
• your organisation does not hold a gaming machine licence
• your organisation does not have any outstanding debts, reports, contractual or financial obligations to City of Playford as a result of previous funding or grants

• Funding should not be deemed automatic or anticipated and is granted on the applicants' ability to meet the funding requirements. 
• Incomplete applications, or applications submitted after the closing date will not be considered.
• Applications that have limited external funding will be rated higher.
• Successful applicants will be required to enter into a relevant legal agreement with Council and demonstrate compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. 

If you have any questions regarding the eligibility criteria, or need guidance completing the application form, please contact the Grants Officer on 8256 0230 (Monday to Thursday) or email grants@playford.sa.gov.au and quote the application number below.