Even more chances to apply for grants through Council

There are now even more chances for community groups and organisations to apply for Major Grants through Isaac Regional Council’s Community Grants program.

Mayor Anne Baker said Council’s Community Grants Program supports community events and activities, helping to develop resilient, adaptive and vibrant communities.

“Local community groups and organisations now have four opportunities to apply for major grants a year, up from three in 2020/2021,” Mayor Baker said.

“We hope the more frequent grant rounds will help to re-activate communities after many events had a temporary hiatus during COVID-19 restrictions and allow more opportunities for Council to provide assistance to local organisations.

“Many of these organisations rely on volunteers and ongoing community support to deliver events and activities for the enjoyment of residents and visitors, and are vital to the social, sporting and cultural fabric of the Isaac region.”

Mayor Baker said while the changes to grant rounds only applies to major grants for funding of $1,000 to $5,000, minor grant applications are still accepted all year round.

“The organisations that put together some great events and activities are another example of the pure people power which drives our local communities and make the Isaac such a great place to live.”

Applicants are required to head to https://speakup.isaac.qld.gov.au and read the Isaac Community Grants Guidelines before proceeding with their application through the following categories:

For more information please contact Council’s Customer Service Centre, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 1300 ISAACS (1300 472 227), email [email protected] for a copy of the Community Grants toolkit or call into your local Council office or Isaac Library.

Round 1: Opens Monday, 7 June to Friday, 16 July 2021, assessed at August 2021 Council Ordinary Meeting

Round 2: Opens Monday, 2 August to Friday, 17 September 2021, assessed at October 2021 Council Ordinary Meeting

Round 3: Opens Monday, 4 October 2021 to Friday, 18 February 2022, assessed at March 2022 Council Ordinary Meeting

Round 4: Opens Monday, 7 March 2022 to Friday 15 April 2022, assessed at May 2022 Council Ordinary Meeting

ENDS

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:

Isaac Regional Council Brand, Media and Communications Team on 4846 3589