Community Capacity Building Grant Program – Australia

Deadline: 12-Jul-21

The City of Stonnington is seeking applications for its Community Capacity Building Grant Program to implement Stonnington-based programs that aim to meet the needs of the Stonnington community.

The City of Stonnington annual Community Grants Program supports eligible community groups and not-for-profit organisations delivering Stonnington-based programs that:

Improve community health, well-being and safety.
Enhance social connections.
Promote accessibility and inclusiveness.
Advance social cohesion and reconciliation.
Actively promote environmental sustainability.

Objectives

The objectives of the Community Grants program are to:

Foster community participation, build social connections and reduce isolation.
Respond to local issues and priority areas of need within the community.
Provide accessible and inclusive opportunities for communities who are considered vulnerable or under-represented.
Build the capacity of local groups and organisations to develop, implement and sustain positive impact in their community.
Encourage sustainability and strong governance in the delivery of services and programs.

Funding Priorities

The Community Grants Program is underpinned by the following principles, which inform their priorities for funding.

Access and equity – They will support programs and organisations that address social inequity, promote social inclusion, embrace diversity, and establish environments that support all people regardless of age, ability, culture or identity.
Social and economic participation – They will support programs and organisations which support the local community and economy, encourage community involvement, facilitate volunteerism, and empower the community.
Positive working relationships – They will support programs and organisations which operate with transparency, link with Council priorities, and maintain relationships based on mutual trust and respect.
Flexibility and responsiveness – They will support programs which recognise and can adapt to changing needs and circumstances.
Sustained benefit – They will support programs that can remain financially viable and achieve sustained participation and positive impact into the future.
Environmental sustainability – They will support activities with low to zero environmental impacts and promote environmentally sustainable practices.

Funding Information

Amount: Up to $15,000

Activities

Types of activities they will fund:

Social and cultural activities and events.
Minor equipment purchases (less than $2,000).
Environmental initiatives and programs.
Health and wellbeing activities.
Activities that increase opportunities for organised and passive physical exercise.
Programs addressing priorities announced by Council as part of releasing the community grants program (eg. disaster event, significant social issues etc.)

Eligibility Criteria

Community groups and organisations seeking to apply for funds through the Community Grants Program must:
- have an Australian Business Number (ABN) or an Auspice Organisation with an ABN and written consent;
- be not-for-profit and incorporated under the Associations Incorporation Act or enacted under legislative provisions for charitable purposes; or
  supported by an Incorporated Association that is deemed to be a not-for-profit, as classified by the Australian Taxation Office (section 103A(2) (c) of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1936);
- comply with Child Safety Standards and attach a Child Safe Policy to their grant applications if they provide services and facilities for children (anyone under 18 years old).
- have current Public Liability insurance of no less than $20,000,000; and
- have acquitted any previous Council grants and have no outstanding debts to Council.
In addition, applications will only be considered if they:
- are completed via online Smarty Grants application by the closing date and time;
- propose an activity that will commence and conclude in the financial year of the grant;
- propose an activity which takes place within the City of Stonnington boundaries, or is part of a broader project that has a clear benefit to the Stonnington community;
- have beneficial outcomes for the Stonnington community;
- offer accessible and inclusive activities and programs without discrimination or restrictions; and
- have supplied all financial and other information that is requested.