The Tasmanian Government is offering $210,000 in funding to support a community-led food resilience pilot in southern Tasmania. The program aims to improve access to affordable, nutritious food and develop sustainable alternatives to traditional food relief.
The Southern Place-Based Food Resilience Grant Program 2026–27 will provide $210,000 (excluding GST) to one eligible organisation to deliver a place-based pilot in southern Tasmania.
The program supports Tasmania’s Food Resilience Strategy 2025–2031 and builds on two existing pilots in the North and North-West of the state.
The successful project will help communities move from short-term food relief towards sustainable, locally led solutions that strengthen long-term food security.
What projects are eligible?
Applications should demonstrate how the proposed project will:
- Increase access to affordable, quality and nutritious food.
- Provide diverse, culturally appropriate food options and greater choice.
- Collaborate with local organisations supporting food resilience.
- Deliver meaningful and lasting benefits to the local community.
- Build capacity to become financially and operationally sustainable over time.
Who can apply?
Eligible applicants include:
- Incorporated not-for-profit organisations.
- Not-for-profit companies registered under company law.
- Aboriginal organisations.
- Unincorporated organisations auspiced by an incorporated organisation.
Applicants must have a Tasmanian presence, appropriate public liability insurance and an active ABN or eligible Statement by Supplier Form.
Organisations may submit only one application.
How to apply
Applicants are encouraged to review the program guidelines before submitting an application through SmartyGrants.
Applications close 2pm, Thursday 3 December 2026.