Deadline: 10-Jun-22
The Macedon Ranges Shire Council is pleased to announce a call for applications for the Small Project Grants Program.
Small Project Grants fund public money to not-for-profit community groups and nongovernment and government schools for programs and initiatives that benefit residents of the Macedon Ranges and help achieve Council Plan goals.
Aims
The aim of Small Project Grants program is to support initiatives which:
- support local needs
- are unlikely to be funded by other Council funding programs
- aligns with the Council plan priorities of:
- Promote health and wellbeing
- Protect the natural environment
- Improve the built environment
- Enhance the social and economic environment
- Deliver strong and reliable government.
Funding Information
There is a pool of $30,000 for 2022/23, with groups able to apply for a grant of up to $1,500. Your community group can only receive one Small Project Grant per financial year.
Eligibility Criteria
Incorporated, community-based not-for-profit groups, and non-government and government schools (as long as the purpose is outside the normal responsibilities of the school and the Victorian Government) may submit an application.
Ineligibility Criteria
The following are ineligible to apply to the Small Project Grant program:
- Individuals
- Political organisations
- For profit/commercial organisations
- Government agencies/organisations
- Groups that are in debt to Council
- Groups that have not completed the reporting requirements of previous Council grants
Applications Process
Applications are:
- assessed five weeks prior to a Scheduled Council meeting. All applicants receive an automated email acknowledging successful submission, and then a subsequent email confirming when their application will be considered.
- assessed based on responses provided in the application form, and against the criteria in the guidelines.
- scored and then presented to Council for review and/or approval. Applicants will be notified of success or otherwise in writing.
For more information, visit https://www.mrsc.vic.gov.au/About-Council/Find-A-Grant/Small-Project-Grants#section-5