Section 356 Financial Assistance Donation Program - Applications Open

Published on 19 March 2026

Oberon Council is pleased to advise that applications for Section 356 Donations for the 2026/27 financial year are now open.

Oberon Council supports community members and groups by providing funding through Section 356 Donations. Applications are now open for funding from 1 July 2026 – 30 June 2027.

If you are a community member, sporting body, or community group seeking financial assistance, apply now.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Please be advised that organisations who have received Section 356 funding in FY2025/26, must complete the required acquittal process before any new applications can be accessed or considered - 2025/26 Acquittal Form

Please refer to the Financial Assistance Policy 2209 for further information- Financial Policy

HOW TO APPLY

Submit an online application via the Council website – 2026/27 Application Form

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 5:00 PM, Friday, 17 April 2026

For more information, contact the Community Services Team at 6329 8100 or community@oberon.nsw.gov.au.