In-Kind Support
In-Kind Support is offered to eligible events in place of monetary value.
Council determines In-Kind Support on a case-by-case basis. If you are interested in applying for In-Kind Support please complete the online form linked below.
Please note:
- Applications must be submitted fourteen (14) days in advance to be considered.
- Submitting application does not guarantee approval & all the assets are a subject to availability.
To find out more about what is available for in-kind support, refer to the ASTC Community Support Guidelines.
Don’t meet guidelines or have been declined for support on this occasion? Check out the handy list of Local Businesses offering Event Support.
In-Kind Support Online Application Form
Community Grants & Event Sponsorship Programs
Council’s Community Grants & Event Sponsorship Programs aim to support community initiatives and encourage the ongoing social, cultural, recreational and environmental development of Alice Springs.
The Community Grants Program supports activities, projects and small events that enhance cultural, environmental, recreational or social opportunity in Alice Springs. Funding level: Tier 1 up to $5,000 exclusive of GST.
The Event Sponsorship Program supports development and staging of events and community projects in Alice Springs with two funding levels: Tier 2 up to $10,000 or Tier 3 up to $15,000 exclusive of GST.
To learn more and find out if you are eligible, see the
ASTC Community Support Guidelines
KEY DATES
Round 1 - FY 2025–26
For activities between 1 January 2026 and 30 June 2026
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- Applications open 9am 1 August 2025
- Applications close 5pm 1 September 2025
- All applicants will be notified of the outcome in October/November 2025
Round 2 - FY2 025–26
For activities between1 July2026and31December 2026
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- Applications open 9am 1 February 2026
- Applications close 5pm 1 March 2026
- All applicants will be notified of the outcome in April/May 2026
To Apply
- Register your account in the SmartyGrants portal, or log-in if you are already registered.
- Clock on the link below for the program you wish to apply for:
Community Grants Program
Event Sponsorship Program
Please note, links to apply will be active only during the application period.
Enquiries
Direct all your grants & sponsorship enquiries to the Community Grants and Inclusion Officer:
phone: 08 8950 0573
email: astc@astc.gov.au
Funded by the Community Grants & Event Sponsorship Programs
| Organisation |
Project Name |
Funding |
| Arid Lands Environmental Centre |
The Amazing Arid Lands
|
$4,960
|
|
Alice Springs Ministers Fellowship
|
Carols By Candlelight
|
$5,000
|
|
Central Australian Art Society
|
Advocate Art Award 2025
|
$2,712
|
|
Alice Springs Volunteer Bushfire Brigade
|
Ice Machine
|
$5,000
|
|
Birth and Beyond Parent Resource Centre
|
Soft play Pop Up Playground
|
$5,000
|
|
Foodbank SA & NT - Food Hub Alice Springs
|
Kindness in a bag
|
$2,500
|
|
Anna Dakin / Art Tours of Australia
|
Postcard Painting Workshops
|
$4,500
|
|
Central Australian Aviation Museum Inc
|
Central Australian Aviation Museum Inc
|
$1,560
|
|
MusicNT
|
2025 Bush Bands Program
|
$15,000
|
|
Rapid Ascent
|
Run Larapinta Stage Race and Gravel Muster
|
$10,000
|
|
Henley on Todd Inc
|
2025 Henley On Todd
|
$7,500
|
|
DDC Performing Arts Inc
|
Jazz Collectives and Magic of Dance
|
$5,000
|
|
Red Hot Arts Central Australia Inc.
|
Desert Fringe Festival 2025
|
$10,000
|
|
Alice Springs Beanie Festival
|
2025 Beanie Festival
|
$7,500
|
|
Centralian Eisteddfod Council Incorporated
|
2025 Centralian Eisteddfod
|
$12,500
|
|
fabALICE Festival Inc.
|
2025 fabAlice Festival
|
$11,364
|
GrantGuru
An easy way to explore funding opportunities
Council has teamed up with GrantGuru, which offers the most comprehensive and up-to-date list of funding programs across Australia and New Zealand, to provide our members with this invaluable resource.
GrantGuru is an all-in-one platform designed to help you discover grants for local businesses and community groups. Search and filter grants by industry, sector, or project type, and benefit from expert advice and tips to strengthen your grant applications.
Register now at the Council’s Grant Finder to stay informed and never miss out on valuable funding opportunities.
GrantGuru
Youth Education Bursary
Council is committed to creating opportunities for young people to further education pathways, through an annual youth education bursary.
To be eligible to apply, applicants must:
- be a resident of the Alice Springs Town Council Local Government area as per Northern Territory Electoral Commission
- be aged between 15 – 25 years at the time of application
- be currently studying or plan to undertake study at an Australian University, TAFE or at an Alice Springs secondary school
- have suitable academic performance
Find full policy here.
APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW
Applications open 9 September 2025 at 9:00am.
Applications close 17 November 2025 at 5:00pm.
Apply here
Venue Hire
Council offers a selection of venues available for hire through our community support. Eligibility for venue hire and associate fees vary and are assessed on a case-by-case basis. We welcome applications from individuals, groups and organisations.
Available Council Venues
Multi Purpose Room at Alice Springs Public Library
Location: 93 Todd Street, Alice Springs NT 0870
Capacity: 15 pax.
Facilities: Air Conditioned, AV Equipment, WiFi, Kitchenette, Toilets
Irretye (Wedge-Tailed Eagle) Training Room at Alice Springs Aquatic & Leisure Centre
Location: 10 Speed Street, The Gap NT 0870
Capacity: 30 pax.
Facilities: Air Conditioned, AV Equipment, WiFi, Kitchenette, Toilets with complimentary access to Mini-Golf facility for bookings greater than 2 hours
ASALC Venue Hire Form
Other Local Venues
In addition to Council-managed spaces, there are a variety of alternative venues for hire across Alice Springs. These venues vary in facilities, capacities, and hire costs. Explore the link below to find a space that suits your needs.
Discover Central Australia's Venue Hire Guide