Community Grants Program Opens for Submissions in Australia

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Submissions are now open for the Community Grants Program in Australia, aimed at empowering local groups to bring their projects, events, and creative ideas to fruition. The program is designed to support Mandurah’s most vulnerable communities and enhance local engagement through various initiatives.

Key Takeaways

  • Deadline for Submissions: October 14, 2024
  • Funding Available: Up to $5,000 for eligible projects
  • Eligibility: Open to incorporated not-for-profit organizations and unincorporated community groups under an incorporated association
  • Focus Areas: Community benefit, measurable outcomes, and addressing community needs

Objectives of the Community Grants Program

The Community Grants Program has several key objectives aimed at fostering community development:

  • Support for Mandurah’s most vulnerable communities.
  • Build capacity of community organizations and residents associations.
  • Increase volunteering and training opportunities within the City of Mandurah.
  • Improve access to technology for education and training.
  • Celebrate and encourage cultural diversity and social inclusion.
  • Create opportunities for localized smaller-scale events.
  • Promote youth development initiatives that build capacity and leadership.
  • Highlight local indigenous culture.

Funding Information

This year, the program offers funding of up to $5,000 for eligible projects over a one-year period. The funding is intended to support initiatives that can demonstrate a clear community benefit and can be completed within the specified timeframe.

What They Are Looking For

The program seeks projects that:

  1. Provide a community benefit and can be completed within 12 months.
  2. Demonstrate clear community need and value for money.
  3. Show the organization’s ability to deliver projects addressing community needs.
  4. Can demonstrate measurable outcomes and impact on the community.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for funding, organizations must:

  • Be an incorporated not-for-profit organization or an unincorporated community group under the auspices of an incorporated association.
  • Deliver the project within the City of Mandurah local government boundaries.
  • Hold current Public Liability insurance.
  • Comply with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
  • Discuss the project with a Community Development representative prior to submission.

Ineligibility Criteria

Certain projects are not eligible for funding, including:

  • Projects outside the City of Mandurah local government boundaries.
  • Retrospective, contingency, or ongoing operational costs (e.g., salaries, rent).
  • Projects that duplicate existing services or programs in the area.
  • Income-generating or commercial activities.
  • Activities already covered by existing service agreements or grants.

Conclusion

The Community Grants Program represents a significant opportunity for local organizations in Mandurah to secure funding for projects that enhance community well-being and engagement. Interested parties are encouraged to prepare their submissions before the deadline of October 14, 2024. For more details, potential applicants should refer to the City of Mandurah’s official resources.

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