Deadline: 30-Sep-22
The Port Stephens Council’s Vibrant Spaces Fund is now open to support Port Stephens communities and business in delivering projects in the town centres and public spaces.
These projects will improve the way people feel about the public spaces, acknowledge the history, increase community engagement and improve their quality and useability.
A strong, creative and vibrant cultural economy is fundamental to all great places. Dynamic and liveable cities support creative expression, social connection and community pride. Just as importantly, they attract business and investment, support the retention of a skilled workforce and create opportunities for new enterprise, trade and export.
Creating vibrancy in their town centres and public spaces requires a collaborative approach. It requires ownership from Council, business and the community to deliver programs that deliver a diverse range of experiences which connect the way community work, live and play.
These activities need to reflect the culture, heritage and identity of each community and ultimately, contribute to the wellbeing of those who use the space.
The Vibrant Spaces Fund could include initiatives such as:
- Small events and markets
- Artistic and creative upgrades to the streetscape, including public art projects, creative lighting and tactile installations
- Historical or place interpretation, and interactive experiences (for example: signage, art and trails)
- Decorations activating shopfronts and festive season promotions
- Repurposing existing commercial space Music and performances in the park Parklets
- Greening and beautification projects
- Anything that injects life, energy and vibrancy into the public spaces.
This could be a one-off project or a series of smaller projects over a longer period.
Funding Information
- A total of $50,000 is available, with up to $6,000 maximum per application.
Eligibility Criteria
- Incorporated, not-for-profit organisations or charities Registered Businesses with ABN
- Sole traders
- Schools
- Artists
- Community and volunteer groups (for example: Men’s Shed groups and historical societies) Service organizations.
- For unincorporated community groups or individuals, The Council recommend you partner with a local business to participate in this program.
For more information, visit Port Stephens Council.
For more information, visit https://www.portstephens.nsw.gov.au/community/grants,-funding-and-scholarships/vibrant-spaces-fund