Community Development Grants Open for Submissions

Published on 01 March 2019

The first round of Baw Baw Shire Council’s 2019 Community Development Grants program is now open and accepting community submissions.

The program, which shares up to $300,000 in funding, is a great opportunity for local organisations to get funding assistance for projects, programs, equipment or events that make a positive contribution to our community.

Grants are available to eligible groups and projects across three categories: Minor Capital Works, Environment Projects and Minor Equipment Purchases.

The first round of submissions is now open for Minor Capital Works projects only. Expressions of interest for Minor Capital works will be accepted until Friday 29 March 2019 at 3.00pm.

The second round of submissions will open on Monday 11 March and will accept proposals for Environment Projects and Minor Equipment Purchases. Submissions for this second round will be accepted until Friday 10 May 2019 at 3.00pm. 

All eligible groups are invited to apply. 

For full details of submission criteria and funding amounts - including fact sheets, FAQs and useful gant writing tips - visit the Community Development Grants webpage.

“There are so many amazing groups, clubs and not for profit organisations in Baw Baw and they play a starring role in making our communities as vibrant as they are. The Community Development Grants program  provides community groups with opportunities  to develop grow and contribute to life in Baw Baw.”

“As a Council, we know that there are lots of great ideas out there in our community to make improvements. Often, all they need is a little extra boost to get them moving. The Community Development Grants can be a great opportunity to get your project off the ground. We highly encourage all community groups to take a good look at the funding categories and make a submission if you’ve got an eligible project.”

“Especially in remote communities, it can be a challenge for community groups to raise the funds they need for things like maintenance, environmental upgrades or new equipment. A grant from Council can make a big difference.”