The Town’s Community Grant Program supports community projects, programs, and events that align with the Town’s Strategic objectives with funding of up to $2,000.

Applications will remain open until the predetermined funding pool is exhausted.

In completing the application you must:

• Read the Community Funding Policy for full details
• Discuss the project first with a Town officer to determine suitability
• Submit the application at least four weeks prior to the delivery of the project or event
• Complete all parts of the application
• Demonstrate how the project meets the criteria
• Include a budget showing the full cost of the initiative, including other contributions and in-kind support
• Include an Implementation plan to demonstrate the applicant’s capacity to deliver the project
• Submit a detailed risk assessment and management plan, including the patron and community safety strategies that will be implemented

Applications will not be accepted if:

• Any of the above points are not met
• The applicant has received community funding in the previous six months
• The applicant has, or will, receive support or assistance from the Town for the same event or activity, which, if quantified, would exceed $2,000 in assistance
• The applicant has failed to provide satisfactory acquittal reporting for any previous approved sponsorship or grant
• The applicant is ineligible to apply according to the Community Funding Policy

Applications are assessed against meeting one or more of the following criteria:

• Environmental and Sustainability
• Social / Cultural Outcomes
• Public Health
• Activating Place
• Business Development

Process

Once applications are received, eligible applications will be assessed by a panel before being considered by the Town CEO. Applicants will be notified of the outcome within three weeks of lodging a grant application.

Successful applicants will be required to sign an agreement with the Town outlining the terms and conditions for funding, and must provide an acquittal report within three months of the conclusion of the project.

The Town reserves the right to revoke any grant provided if it is used for a purpose which conflicts with the Town’s mission and values or fails to meet the requirements outlined in the Community Funding Policy. Applicants are not guaranteed funding and any grants approved cannot be guaranteed approval in future years.

Please contact the Town if you have any further queries on (08) 9377 8000 or [email protected]