Penrith - CBP 2026

Community Building Partnership (CBP) 2026 Grant Program - Penrith 

Welcome to the CBP 2026 Program for the Electoral District of Penrith. This program provides an opportunity for local community organisations and councils to strengthen the wellbeing of NSW communities through small local infrastructure projects.

The local Member of Parliament (MP) has prepared the below summary of the electoral district priorities to provide guidance to applicants considering lodging an Expression of Interest (EOI) for 2026 CBP funding in the electoral district of Penrith. 

Electoral District Priorities 

The Penrith electorate has clear priorities for the CBP program, focusing on projects that strengthen community cohesion, resilience, and access to essential services. Key emphasis is placed on infrastructure that supports multicultural communities, providing welcoming spaces where diverse groups can access programs, celebrate culture, and participate fully in community life.

Promoting active and healthy lifestyles is a major priority. Investments in sporting communities—such as improvements to local clubs, playing fields, courts, and amenities—help increase participation and support volunteers who sustain grassroots sport.

Schools also play a central role in community life; projects that enhance school facilities, including outdoor learning areas, halls, and shared-use spaces, deliver broad benefits for social support, students and local families.

Youth engagement continues to be a core focus, supporting infrastructure that offers safe, inclusive spaces for learning, recreation, creativity, and skill development.

Growing climate pressures mean Penrith is also prioritising projects that increase heat resilience, including shade structures, cooling upgrades, green infrastructure, and energy-efficient improvements. Collectively, these priorities aim to build a more inclusive, healthy, active, and climate-ready Penrith community.

Electoral District Boundaries 

To verify your project location and ensure it falls within the electoral district Penrith, visit the Elections NSW website and use the ‘State Districts’ browse function:

https://elections.nsw.gov.au/elections/find-my-electorate

Need Help? 

The CBP Team at the Department of Communities and Justice is available to assist CBP 2026 applicants with general program queries.

Phone: (02) 8753 8144
Email: CBP2026@dcj.nsw.gov.au
Office hours: 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday

We receive a high volume of calls and emails in the days leading up to the application deadline. If you need assistance, please contact us at least 24 hours before the deadline.