Applications for the 2023 to 2024 Byron Mayoral Fund are now open

Applications for the 2023 to 2024 Byron Mayoral Fund are now open

Published on 16 August 2023

Community groups, schools, and not-for-profit organisations looking for funding for small projects are invited to apply to the Byron Shire 2023/24 Mayoral Fund.

Applications are open until 19 September 2023, with a total of $3,500 available to support projects that are designed to have a positive impact on the community.

“Although the grants may be on the smaller side, they can play a crucial role in bringing projects and services to life,” Byron Shire Mayor, Michael Lyon, said.

“I am proud that the Mayoral Fund has, in the past, been able to support a wide range of initiatives such as environmental programs, student recognition awards and aboriginal cultural awareness programs in local schools,” Mayor Lyon.

Last year’s Mayoral Fund recipients included:

Byron Bay High School - $200 Main Arm Upper Public School - $500 Mullumbimby High School - $700 Brunswick Heads Public School - $500 Bangalow Public School - $100 Mullumbimby Uniting Church community food box - $500 Mullumbimby Public School P&C - $500 Byron Bay Public School - $500 Bangalow Public School P&C - $400

“I am hoping to hear from a wide range of community groups because it’s often the small projects and programs that really have a big impact, so I encourage everyone to take advantage of this opportunity and apply,” Mayor Lyon said.

Information and the application form for the Mayoral Fund is on Council’s website.

Applications close on Tuesday 19 September 2023.