Current status: Applications open Monday 12 January 2026
We’re offering grants of up to $300,000 to support youth-led and community-driven alcohol and other drugs (AOD) initiatives across Queensland.
Up to $1.8 million in total funding is available to support actions under Achieving balance: The Queensland Alcohol and Other Drugs Strategic Plan 2022–2027.
The scope of this funding opportunity is broad, reflecting the diverse ways communities support young people to reduce AOD-related harm and improve health and wellbeing outcomes.
These grants aim to support evidence-informed initiatives that respond to local needs and actively involve young people aged 10–25 in shaping solutions.
Who can apply
The grant program is open to all community organisations, including those not specifically focused on alcohol and other drugs.
Eligible organisations may include:
- non-government organisations
- not-for-profit organisations
- social enterprises
- community-based groups such as sporting clubs or cultural associations
- local charities
What we’re looking for
The Commission is seeking organisations with the experience, capability and skills to deliver initiatives that:
- align with the objectives and guiding principles of the grant program
- are youth-led or youth-informed, with meaningful involvement of young people in design and delivery
- are community-driven and culturally safe
- contribute to the evidence base for youth AOD prevention, early intervention or harm reduction
- demonstrate potential for replication, scalability and sustainability beyond the grant period.
Priority will be given to initiatives that support early identification of vulnerability, targeted early intervention, and improved outcomes for young people at greater risk, including those involved with youth justice or out-of-home care.
Important dates
- Applications open: Monday 12 January 2026
- Grant briefing session: Wednesday 21 January 2026, 1.00pm
- Applications close: Friday 20 February 2026
Grant briefing session
A grant briefing session will be held to provide an overview of the funding opportunity and application process and to answer questions from prospective applicants.
Date: Wednesday 21 January 2026
Time: 1.00pm
How does this support reform?
This funding opportunity supports the Queensland Government’s commitment to reducing AOD-related harm and improving outcomes for children and young people under Achieving balance.
The grants aim to strengthen community-driven responses, promote collaboration across sectors and support young people to play an active role in shaping evidence-based prevention and early intervention initiatives in their communities.
Apply now
Applications are managed through SmartyGrants.
- Read the grant guidelines
- Register for the grant briefing session
- Apply for the Youth alcohol and other drugs (AOD) grants
For more information, please refer to the grant guidelines available in SmartyGrants.
