Round 3 - Community Quick Response (2026-2027)

Submissions are now being accepted. Submissions close at 5:00pm 30 June 2027 (ACST).

IMPORTANT: Please read information below to assist you in completing your application online.

Welcome

Welcome to our online grant application service, powered by SmartyGrants.

Community Quick Response Grants

Community Quick Response Grants support small, one-off projects in NT Aboriginal communities. You can apply for $1,000–$20,000 (excluding GST). These grants are for simple, time-sensitive projects with easy application and reporting (e.g. invoices, photos).

Click here to view the guidelines for Community Quick Response Grants.

Contact us

Contact details for our Community Engagement Officers are on our website. They can explain eligibility, the process, and support you. 

Before you apply

You must:

  • Gather all supporting documents needed for your application. Here's a checklist, located at section 6 of the Guidelines.
  • Get formal itemised quotes.
  • Read the Common Grants Guidelines, which set out further guidelines and criteria that apply to your application. 

Completing your application

Saving your draft application

  • Save regularly.
  • Click “Save and close” to exit and return later via “My Submissions.”
  • You can download your application as a PDF anytime.

Submitting your application

  • Review your application before submitting.
  • You can only submit once all required questions are complete.
  • After submitting, you cannot make changes.
  • You’ll receive a confirmation email—if not, your application wasn’t submitted.

Attaching documents

  • Upload required files (max 25MB each, ideally under 5MB).
  • Wait for each file to upload before adding another.

Completing an application with more than one person

A number of people can work on an application using the same log in details as long as only one person is working at a time. Make sure you save as you go.

Ready to start your application?

Head to the top of this webpage and click 'Start a submission'.