Recreation Trails Partnership Program
Funding for community organisations who contribute to the development, maintenance, and activation of publicly accessible trails and associated nature based recreation infrastructure.
This program provides up to three-years funding towards operational expenses for community organisations. These organisations operations or services contribute to the development, maintenance and activation of publicly accessible trails and associated nature based recreation infrastructure within the Sunshine Coast.
Information on eligibility, category priorities and assessment criteria
Recreation Trails Partnership Funding Program Guidelines (PDF, 180KB).
When is funding available?
Expressions of Interest open 14 July 2025 and close 12 May 2025.
What funding is available?
Up to $15,000 per year.
When will I know if I have been successful?
6-8 weeks from closing date.
How to apply
- Contact the Recreation Trails Activation Officer on 0438 651 158 to discuss your project and eligibility.
- Applications must be submitted online
- An Expression of Interest process is used for this program
What else to consider when applying for funding
- Acknowledging council, acquitting your grant, auspicing
- Previous successful applicants
- Help and resources
Contacts
For any technical support queries (e.g. assistance with logging in or submitting applications in SmartyGrants) please contact the Grants Team on (07) 5420 8616 or grants@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.
Office hours are 8.30am–4.30pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).