Applications now open for Costa’s 2026 Community Grants

24th Feb 2026

The annual Costa Well Grown Community Grants Program for the Armidale and Guyra region is now open for applications.
Now in its fourth year, the program provides practical support for local not-for-profit organisations, sporting groups and schools, to help them deliver projects that make a real difference across our communities.
In 2026 we will be awarding five grants up to a total of $4000 each, with one grant to be awarded in each of the following category areas:
• Sporting event/activity which promotes and supports healthy active lifestyles.
• Community event which is aimed at supporting cultural diversity and/or creating strong community connections.
• School project/initiative which enhances education or educational opportunities, particularly in the areas of healthy eating; or nutrition; or sustainability.
• Environmental initiative/activity which promotes the enhancement of our environment.
• Community organisation project aimed at supporting disadvantaged youth and/or Indigenous youth projects.
Brett Ryan, State Manager Vertical Farming, said Costa was looking forward to continuing support for local community organisations.
“Our Community Grants program has been running for three years, providing support for more than 30 community organisations, sporting clubs and schools.” Mr Ryan said.
“We are delighted to again be offering this support for our local community.”
Organisations seeking to apply for funding will need to complete our Expression of Interest form and submit it online by 5pm Friday, March 13.
Information and links to the
Expression of Interest are
available at Costa’s website http://costagroup.com.au/community-grants or email samantha.rowbottom@costagroup.com.au