Deadline: 12-Mar-21
An announcement has been made of the Sapphire Wind Farm Community Fund S355 Committee that aims to support initiatives that strengthen the local community through projects that deliver community benefits through the funding of grants within the boundaries of the Inverell Shire Council local government area.
The Sapphire Wind Farm Community Fund (Community Fund) is one of the commitments by Sapphire Wind to give back to the community in a tangible and long term way. The Community Fund will provide financial contributions to community projects and initiatives such as equipment purchases, facility construction, renovation/rehabilitation projects, new programs or special funding that will enhance the community’s quality of life and wellbeing.
Eligibility Criteria
- Who can apply for Community Fund funding?
- Incorporated or Not for Profit Community based groups, funds, projects/programs or facilities that are located within, or provide a direct benefit to, the community within the Inverell Shire Council local government area.
- Who can not apply for Community Fund funding?
- Individuals;
- Government Agencies;
- Maintenance Works that would normally be funded by Council.
Application Process
- First, make sure you meet the application criteria by reading the Sapphire Wind Farm Community Fund Guidelines.
- Complete your application on the Sapphire Wind Farm Application Form.
- Submit your application form either by post or email.
- Applications will close at 4 pm on Friday, 12 March 2021. No late applications will be accepted.
- Your application will be assessed by the Sapphire Wind Farm Community Fund Committee.
- You will be notified of the success or otherwise of the application.
- At the completion of the project, you will be required to provide a Close Out Report detailing highlights, photos, media and financial statements of the completed project (where applicable).
- Applications will close at 4pm on Friday, 12 March 2021.
For more information, visit https://inverell.nsw.gov.au/building-and-development/wind-farms/sapphire-wind-farm-community-fund/