Community Grants

We support local ideas that make a real difference.

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2026 Community Grants recipients announced

We're proud to announce the recipients of our 2026 Community Grants Program. This year, we awarded almost $180,000 to support 18 community-led projects.

These projects will help strengthen local communities, use water wisely, and care for nature, land and waterways. Meet this year's recipients and learn more about their projects here.

See 2026 Community Grants recipients

Grant categories

Water efficiency and water conservation

Projects that help communities save water and build water-smart habits, such as installing water-saving devices, improving irrigation or rainwater systems, carrying out water audits and efficiency upgrades, or helping people build their knowledge about water.
Thriving communities

Projects that create positive impact in local communities. For example, initiatives that improve social and environmental wellbeing, or events and activities that help our communities connect and thrive.
Healthy natural environment

Projects that help restore and protect our natural environment. For example, rehabilitation of landscapes and waterways, supporting our local biodiversity and wildlife or creating water-wise spaces in our community.