March 4, 2026
The Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) and Telstra are inviting community groups to apply for grants of up to $10,000 through Round 4 of Telstra’s Connected Communities grant program.
The program aims to support locally led initiatives that strengthen digital inclusion, enhance community connection and resilience, and build sustainability and liveability in rural Australia.
The program, which has been running for four years, has already enabled about 70 not‑for‑profit organisations across Australia to upgrade digital infrastructure, deliver digital skills training, support disaster readiness and improve service delivery.
“Digital access is fundamental to community wellbeing and opportunity, whether you’re running a local service, volunteering, learning, caring for country or staying connected in times of crisis,” FRRR’s Jill Karena said.
Applications close on March 26.
- More information about the grant program is available online
