The Member for Oxley, Melinda Pavey urged councils, community organisations and not-for-profit groups to apply for the funds to deliver projects with social, environmental and recreational outcomes.

"Local sports clubs, charities, schools and museums are just some of the groups that benefit from this terrific grant funding program.

"If your organisation or club needs extra funding for infrastructure, such as playgrounds, court upgrades, sporting equipment or facility refurbishment, then I'd strongly encourage you to apply."

The Community Building Partnership program has awarded more than $300 million in funding to 13,800 community projects since it commenced in 2009.

Applications are open from Monday 2 September and close at 5pm, Friday 27 September 2019.

Applicants must read the program guidelines to ensure their club or organisation and proposed project are eligible.

For more information about the NSW Government's 2019 Community Building Partnership Program, visit: the www.nsw.gov.au/cbp

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