Apply Now - Stronger Communities Grants Programme Round 8

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Applications for Round Eight of the Greenway Stronger Community Grants are now open!

The Programme invites community groups and organisations to apply for funding for capital investment projects. Up to $150,000 will be available in Greenway for 20 small capital projects which improve community participation and contribute to the vibrancy and viability of local communities.

Grants of between $2,500 and $20,000 are available. This round will be 100% funded by the Government, so you don’t need to match contributions in cash or in-kind as in previous rounds.

Local governments, school, charities and incorporated not-for-profit organisations are all eligible to apply.

Funding:

A total funding pool of $150,000 can be allocated to successful applications. A maximum of 20 projects will be funded in each electorate.

The minimum grant amount is $2,500 and the maximum grant amount is $20,000.

Grant funding is available for up to 100% of eligible project costs, except for local governing bodies, where grant funding will be available for up to 50% of eligible project costs.

Unlike in previous rounds, this round will be 100% funded by the Government, so you don’t need to match contributions in cash or in-kind as in previous rounds. (excludes Local Governments).

Eligibility:

To be eligible you must have an Australian Business Number (ABN) and be one of the following entities:

  • a local government council
  • a not for profit organisation that is a legal entity
  • a trustee on behalf of a property trust with responsibility for a community asset

If you are unsure if you are eligible, click here to check.

Submissions close on Wednesday 26 April 2023 at 5pm.

To apply, you can fill out the following forms at the bottom of this Government Business page. 

Contact:

Please don't hesitate to contact the Office of the Hon. Michelle Rowland MP should you require further assistance with your application.

E: [email protected] or P: (02) 9671 4780