Community groups are encouraged to apply for funding support through Council's 2021 Community Development Grants and Community Sponsorship programs.
As part of the 2020 program, over 35 local groups, events and regional ambassadors received Council grants and sponsorship support. Recipients ranged from the Baw Baw Food Relief to Drouin Football Club and everything in between, demonstrating the wide breadth of funding opportunities available.
With application rounds set to open this month, and further opportunities to follow throughout 2021, now is a great time for local groups and clubs to consider their projects for the year ahead.
Council funding support is divided into two broad streams: Community Development Grants and Community Sponsorship. Both present unique funding opportunities according to different eligibility criteria.
Community Development Grants
Community Development Grants are available to eligible non-profit community groups across three categories: environment, equipment, and minor capital works. All rounds open on Tuesday 13 April at 9.00am. The application process and closing dates vary according to the category of funding.
- Minor Capital Works grants provide up to $10,000 to match community contributions towards minor repairs, renovations and associated infrastructure to community buildings/clubrooms/facilities.
- Environment grants provide funding of up to $5,000 for activities or projects that benefit Baw Baw's environment.
- Equipment grants provide funding of up to $5,000 for funding for equipment required for the successful operation or service delivery.
Visit Council's Community Development Grants webpage for full eligibility criteria and applications. Anyone wishing to discuss their application in further detail may make an appointment by calling 1300 229 299.
