South Gippsland Shire Council seeking applications for Community Grants Program

Deadline: 31-Aug-20

The South Gippsland Shire Council is seeking applications for its Community Grants Program to support community initiatives that enhance the quality of life, heritage, recreation, and cultural opportunities for South Gippsland residents.

The Community Grant Program funding is available under the following categories:

• Minor Projects & Equiment
• Planning & Development Reports
• Major Projects & Equipment
• Festivals & Events

Funding Information

Minor Projects & Equipment

• Funding Available – Min $1,000 – Max $5,000
• Council Contribution – up to 50%
• Applicant Contribution – Min 50%

Major Projects & Equipment

• Funding Available – Min $5,000 – Max $10,000
• Council Contribution – up to 50%
• Applicant Contribution – Min 50%

Planning & Development Reports

• Funding Available – Min $5,000 – Max $10,000
• Council Contribution – up to 75%
• Applicant Contribution – Min 25%

Festivals & Events (may include a program of events/activities across a period of time)

• Funding Available – Min $1,000 – Max $10,000
• Council Contribution – up to 50%
• Applicant Contribution – Min 50%

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants to the South Gippsland Shire Council Community Grants Program must be:

• A community group or organization managed by a volunteer committee of management

Organizations must be one of the following:

• A Section 86 Committee (no longer delegated after September 2020), or a Community Asset Committee of Council
• A properly incorporated body under the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012
• A Company Limited by Guarantee (Corporations Act 2005) or Social Enterprise in Victoria, directly managed by a volunteer committee/board of management, that exists to benefit the community, not owners or shareholders (as defined in organization constitution or replaceable rules)
• Auspiced by a third body that is incorporated under the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012
• Based within the South Gippsland Shire LGA, or able to demonstrate that they serve a significant number of residents within the South Gippsland Shire and proposing a project/activity that will operate within the South Gippsland Shire.
• Government-funded agencies such as schools and hospitals are not eligible for the South Gippsland Shire Council Grant Program. This includes Registered Training Organisations such as TAFE.
• Community Houses, Kindergartens, or Preschools that are directly managed by a volunteer committee/board of management, are eligible to apply for projects that can demonstrate a broad community benefit.
• Contact the Grants team to determine project suitability should always be made prior to submission.
• Grant options within the South Gippsland Shire Council Grants Program are accessibly
• Commercial and business entities are not eligible to apply for grants under this program. Some exemptions may apply, contact the Grants Team to discuss your organization’s options.