Deadline: 24-Apr-2026
The Hobsons Bay Community Fund offers grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to support projects that enhance social inclusion, wellbeing, and community connection in Hobsons Bay. Funding prioritizes initiatives addressing disadvantage, youth mental health, community engagement, environmental sustainability, and local capacity building.
Program Overview
The Hobsons Bay Community Fund is a perpetual philanthropic fund dedicated to strengthening and enriching the Hobsons Bay community. It supports projects that foster fairness, inclusion, and long-term community wellbeing, helping organisations deliver meaningful initiatives with measurable local impact.
Objectives
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Promote social inclusion and equitable access to community participation
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Enhance wellbeing and mental health, particularly for young people
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Strengthen community participation, connection, and leadership
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Support environmental sustainability and long-term local capacity
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Build organisational strength and resilience within the community
Funding Details
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Grant Amount: $1,000 – $10,000 per project
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Partial Funding: The fund may offer partial support depending on proposal assessment
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Expression of Interest: Applicants requesting over $5,000 are encouraged to submit a brief Expression of Interest before the full application
Eligible Applicants
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Not-for-profit organisations, community groups, clubs, and neighbourhood houses
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Schools and other organisations delivering programs within Hobsons Bay
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Incorporated organisations or groups applying through an auspice arrangement
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Organisations outside Hobsons Bay with clear partnerships or meaningful benefit to the local community
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Sporting clubs delivering activities with a clearly charitable purpose
Ineligible Applicants
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Individuals
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For-profit organisations without a charitable initiative in partnership with a not-for-profit
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Organisations delivering programs primarily outside Hobsons Bay
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Sporting clubs without a charitable purpose
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Organisations with outstanding or unsatisfactory acquittal reports from previous grants
Key Focus Areas
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Addressing disadvantage and immediate community needs
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Supporting youth wellbeing and mental health initiatives
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Improving physical and mental health outcomes for residents
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Strengthening community participation and social connection
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Promoting environmental sustainability
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Developing long-term local leadership and organisational capability
How to Apply
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Confirm eligibility and ensure the proposed project benefits Hobsons Bay residents
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Prepare a project proposal including objectives, target audience, expected outcomes, and budget
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Submit an Expression of Interest if requesting over $5,000
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Complete and submit the full application by the stated deadline
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Ensure compliance with fund requirements and alignment with community benefit
Why This Fund Matters
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Supports social inclusion and community cohesion
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Encourages initiatives that improve health and wellbeing
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Builds long-term local leadership and organisational capacity
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Provides accessible funding for a wide range of community-focused projects
FAQs
1. Who can apply? Not-for-profits, community groups, clubs, schools, and auspiced organisations delivering projects in Hobsons Bay.
2. What is the funding range? $1,000 – $10,000 per project.
3. Are partial grants offered? Yes, funding may be adjusted based on assessment.
4. Can organisations outside Hobsons Bay apply? Only if they demonstrate a clear and meaningful benefit to the Hobsons Bay community.
5. Can sporting clubs apply? Yes, if activities serve a clearly charitable purpose.
6. Are individuals eligible? No, individuals cannot apply.
7. What happens if previous grants are unacquitted? Organisations with outstanding or unsatisfactory reports are ineligible.
Conclusion
The Hobsons Bay Community Fund empowers local organisations to deliver projects that improve social inclusion, wellbeing, and community connection. By funding initiatives that address immediate needs, strengthen local capacity, and promote equitable participation, the fund supports a fairer, healthier, and more vibrant Hobsons Bay community.
For more information, visit Hobsons Bay Community Fund.