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Ettalong Diggers is a proud contributor to the local community.
Through the ClubGrants program, we provide significant contributions to local health services, charities, sporting groups and a range of other vital services for our community.

The club employees over 100 local's to deliver our services. We engage with local students to help develop their skills through workplace programs.  

 Full Max Sys ClubGRANTS report  - Actual ClubGRANTS Details - YE 31.8.24.pdf


 

Ettalong Diggers proudly supporting our local community

The 2025–26 ClubGRANTS round is now open! Applications are accepted from 1 September 2025 through to 30 June 2026.

At Ettalong Diggers, our Board of Directors proudly recognises that supporting the community is fundamental to who we are. We are committed to giving back through both financial contributions and in-kind support, helping local organisations deliver essential services and programs across the Peninsula and Central Coast.

Because the application process can take several months, we encourage groups to plan ahead. Applications are reviewed regularly throughout the year, up until 30 June 2026.

Category 1 – Community Support

Category 1 funding is dedicated to projects that address local community priorities, including:

  • Community welfare and social services
  • Community development
  • Community health services
  • Employment assistance activities

ClubGRANTS is a rolling grants program, meaning applications can be submitted at any time until available funds are exhausted.

For larger initiatives, Ettalong Diggers also participates in the Local Government Area (LGA) Committee, which enables clubs to pool resources and support projects that may not be possible for an individual club alone.

📅 Applications for 2026 Category 1 LGA funding will open in March 2026 and close in May 2026. All applicants will be required to complete an online submission through the LGA ClubGRANTS portal. (Application link will be provided closer to the opening date.)

Apply for Category 1 In-Kind Support

Category 2 – Sport, Recreation & Culture

Category 2 funding supports the core activities of registered clubs and local community initiatives such as:

  • Veterans’ welfare (RSL-related activities)
  • Sporting and recreation groups
  • Tourism promotion
  • Not-for-profit cultural programs
  • Not-for-profit visual and performing arts

When applying, please ensure you have:

  • Clear details on how Ettalong Diggers can support your event or cause
  • An explanation of how the request will benefit the local community
  • A copy of your organisation’s Profit & Loss Statement or Annual Report
  • Information on how Ettalong Diggers will be acknowledged as a partner

Apply for Category 2 Funding
Apply for Category 2 In-Kind Support

Need Help With Your Application?

If you’re unsure which category applies to your project, or would like assistance with your application, please reach out:

Kim Cole
Tourism & Community Manager
📞 (02) 4343 0111
✉️ kim.cole@ettalongdiggers.com

✨ Together, we can strengthen our community and ensure vital services, programs, and activities continue to thrive.

 

 

 

 

For a full listing of all ClubGrants(including in-kind donations) from the 2022/23 funding round

please click the link below

ClubGRANTS funding allocation all categories 2022-23 Final.xlsx

 Full Max Sys ClubGRANTS report  - 22.23 Actual ClubGRANTS Details.pdf