Council’s next round of community grants now open

Greater Shepparton City Council is urging local community groups and not-for-profit organisations to apply for their share of funding as part of Council’s Community Grants Program.

Applications for the following grants are now open:

Access and Inclusion – Grants of up to $1,000 are available for community groups and not for profit organisations to improve access and inclusion for people with disabilities.
Community Matching – Grants of up to $5,000 are available for community groups to support one-off projects and events which benefit and strengthen the Greater Shepparton community.
Minor and Major Event – Grants of up to $2,000 (Minor) and up to $5,000 (Major) are available to help facilitate events which increase and enhance community spirit, participation, inclusion and wellbeing.
Our Sporting Future – Grants of up to $30,000 are available to assist community sporting organisations with the implementation of small to medium sized facility development projects and development programs.
Small Town Festive Event – Grants of up to $2,500 are available for small towns within the Greater Shepparton region to facilitate festive events and celebrations.

Mayor, Councillor Shane Sali encouraged eligible community groups and organisations to submit an application for one of the five grant categories.

“These grants are tailor-made for the community. The money is allocated each round so that Council can support our local groups to put on an event, run a program or purchase something which will benefit the wider community,” he said.

“This money can be put towards a diverse range of projects, so I encourage locals to get creative and think of innovative, unique and meaningful ways to use the funding.”

Council will be hosting two free information sessions to provide information on eligible community groups and projects, the application process and key date and grant amounts. There will also be an opportunity to have questions answered.