The Minor Grants Program will be closed from 17 September to 26 October 2024 due to the caretaker period for Council Elections. Please submit grants no later than 12 September to receive the outcome before all funding streams are closed during caretaker.
A Minor Grant is for not-for-profit groups/organisations to support one-off quick to implement activities/initiatives.
Applications for Minor Grants Program funding can be up to $700 per annum and needs to be delivered within a three-month period of receiving the request.
The funding stream is open throughout the year, until all funds have been expended.
There are no defined objectives however you will need to explain how the requested funds will benefit your group/organisation or the broader community.
You can apply for funding if:
- You are a registered not-for-profit group or organisation with an Incorporation Certificate and/or an ABN. If your group/organisation has neither of these an organisation that does can support you as the legal entity.
- You are based Northern Grampians Shire or demonstrate there is a direct benefit to the residents of, the Northern Grampians Shire.
Before submitting your Minor Grants application remember to:
- read the Minor Grants Program Guidelines to understand your obligations and guide your application
- speak to a member of the council's Community Development Team to ensure you are applying for the most suitable grant.