Playford Alive Initiatives Fund

The Playford Alive Initiatives Fund supports a range of innovative projects and initiatives which protect and enhance the social, economic and environmental wellbeing of the community.

Bring your idea to life with the Playford Alive fund

Are you working on a project or part of a community group that could benefit your local Playford Alive area?

The Playford Alive Initiatives Fund (PAIF) supports projects that enhance social, economic and environmental wellbeing across the local Playford Alive project area including Smithfield Plains, Davoren Park, Munno Para, Andrews Farm and Eyre.

Whether you’re part of a community group, local business or not-for-profit organisation, we encourage you to apply for funds to help bring your ideas to life.

Since 2009, and with the support of partners - Renewal SA, The City of Playford and SA Housing Trust - the PAIF has distributed more than $850,000 to community-benefiting projects. Previous recipients have included community groups as diverse as the Hands of Hope Foundation, Community Matters Playford Inc and the Playford Uniting Church. Read more about these here.

The PAIF program in 2026 has increased its funding to $60,000, with the maximum amount allocated for individual funding up to $10,000.

Funds now available

Under $2,500

• Open all year round
• Ideal for smaller and quick-start projects

Up to $10,000

• Open once a year
• Applications open from Monday 17 July 2026 to Friday 5 September 2026
• Support larger initiatives
• Deliver broader or long-term community impact

If you have any questions regarding the Playford Alive Initiatives Fund, please contact: