Applications for grants of up to $10,000 are now open for the City of Greater Bendigo's Medium Grants category to support local groups to undertake projects that align with the objectives of the City's Council Plan Mir wimbul 2025-2029 or a local community plan.
City of Greater Bendigo Manager Community Partnerships Amy Holmes said Council allocates around $850,000 each year through the Community Grants Program and its various grant categories.
"It's an important program and we want to see as many groups as possible accessing the funding available," Ms Holmes said.
"The Medium Grants category provides up to $10,000 to help community groups cover essential costs and deliver activities that align with the Council Plan Mir wimbul 2025-2029 or a local community plan.
"The Community Grants Program makes a real difference for local groups as without this funding they would often not be able to undertake important activities that benefit our community.
"To be considered for a community grant, applicants must be a registered legal entity such as an incorporated association. However, if you are informal group or individual your application can be submitted by an auspice organisation.
"Before applying, groups should consider if there is a clear need for their activity, if there is community support for their activity and if they have the resources needed to deliver the activity.
"Grants Officers are available to provide advice, and we recommend applicants speak to our team about their project by calling 1300 002 642."
To support groups to make their application, drop-in information sessions will be held as follows:
- Thursday February 5, 12.30-2pm at Galkangu - Bendigo GovHub Room G.03
- Tuesday February 10, 11.30-1.30pm at Bendigo Library Activity Room 1
- Wednesday February 18, 12.30-2pm at Galkangu - Bendigo GovHub Room G.03
Applications for the Medium Grants will close at 4pm on Thursday February 26, 2026.
