This grant program is administered by Heritage NSW under the NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (the Department).
The NSW Government is continuing its responsibility in safeguarding Aboriginal heritage through the 2025-27 Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Grants program. This program aligns with the Government's broader commitment to ensure Aboriginal culture heritage is preserved and maintained.
The 2025-27 Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Grants program funds projects that support better management, maintenance, conservation and activation of declared Aboriginal Places under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974.
This is a competitive funding round and eligible applicants can apply for up to:
- $30,000 (ex GST) for an Aboriginal Place management document; or
- $80,000 (ex GST) for works to a declared Aboriginal Place.
Successful projects must be delivered between July 2025 and May 2027.