Community Events Grants Program in Australia

Deadline: 25-Jul-22

The City of Greater Geelong is seeking applications for the Community Events Grants Program to support moderate sized events which bring economic benefits to the City of Greater Geelong, will strengthen and enrich community, celebrate common interests, showcase local competitive advantages and provide opportunities for local participation.

Objectives

The objectives of these grants are:
- to support a diverse and inclusive annual calendar of events
- generate economic and social benefits for the Geelong community
- support event growth and long-term sustainability.

Funding Information

Grants of up to $10,000 are available.
There is a total grant pool of $200,000 with individual grants being offered of up to $10,000 per application.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible applicants can apply for a grant to support moderate sized events which bring economic benefits to the City of Greater Geelong, will strengthen and enrich community, celebrate common interests, showcase local competitive advantages and provide opportunities for local participation.
Examples include:
- business events such as conferences and expos hosted in Geelong
- food and wine events
- regional, state or national championships and competitions hosted at Geelong venues
- religious and spiritual events including Christmas
- civic events, for example: Australia Day
- events showcasing local industries and Geelong’s competitive advantage
- community festivals and multicultural events
Not-for-profit, incorporated bodies, co-operatives or associations.
Registered charitable organisations – refer to the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission.
Unincorporated bodies with an auspice.
Profit-making organisations, commercial entities, businesses.
Individuals/Sole Traders (entity type with Australian Taxation Office).