Holiday Break - Spring/Summer 2026-27

Submissions are now being accepted. Submissions close at 4:00pm 22 July 2026 (AEST).

IMPORTANT

Please read the information below to help you complete your submission.

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Before you begin

Welcome to the Holiday Break Spring and Summer 2026/27 online grant application service, powered by SmartyGrants.

If this is your first time using SmartyGrants, click ‘Start a Submission’, then select ‘Register here’ to create an account.

If you have any questions about the guidelines, deadlines, or application form, please email grants@officeforyouth.nsw.gov.au and include your submission number.

For help using this form, you can download the Help Guide for Applicants or refer to the Applicant FAQs.

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Navigating the form

Each page includes a Form Navigation panel, which allows you to move directly to different sections of the form.

You can also use the ‘Next Page’ and ‘Previous Page’ buttons at the top or bottom of each page to move through the form step by step.

Tip: Remember to save your progress regularly as you go.

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Saving your draft

Your form will automatically save when you click ‘Next Page’, ‘Previous Page’, or select a page from the navigation panel.

If you need to leave before finishing:

  • Click ‘Save and Close’
  • Log out safely

To return later:

  1. Log back in
  2. Go to ‘My Submissions’
  3. Select your submission to continue

You can also download a copy of your form (draft or submitted) as a PDF:

  • In My Submissions, click your submission number and select the red PDF icon
  • Or click ‘Download PDF’ on the Review and Submit page

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Session time-out

For security, your session will expire after 20 minutes of inactivity.

  • You will receive a warning 90 seconds before timeout
  • You can choose to extend your session or log out

If no action is taken, your form will automatically save before logging you out.

Recommendation: Save your work frequently—especially when writing longer responses.

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Submitting your application

Before submitting, go to the ‘Review and Submit’ page to check your responses.

You will only be able to submit once:

  • All required fields are completed
  • There are no validation errors

To submit, click ‘Submit’ at the top or bottom of the page.

Important: Once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application or upload additional documents.

After submitting:

  • You will see a confirmation page
  • You will receive a confirmation email with a copy of your application

If you do not receive a confirmation email or see the confirmation page, your application has not been submitted. Please also check your spam or junk folder.

You can track your submission status anytime via ‘My Submissions’.

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Attachments

You may be required to upload supporting documents.

  • Files must be saved on your computer or storage device before uploading
  • Maximum file size is 25MB (recommended: under 5MB for faster upload)
  • Allow time for each file to upload before adding another

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Collaborating on your submission

Multiple users can work on a submission if:

  • A SmartyFile Organisation has been created
  • Only one person edits the form at a time

Tip: Save regularly to avoid losing work.