Community Sponsorships and Contributions Program

The Sponsorships and Contributions Funding 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. 

Sponsorships

A Community Sponsorship is an arrangement for the Northern Grampians Shire Council to give a group/organisation support (cash or in-kind) in return for recognition and/or benefits. It is different to a Contribution which is similar to a donation as NGSC will receive something in return and will need to be able to measure the success of the support provided.

The purpose of the council providing groups/organisations with a Community Sponsorship is to:                                           

  • Support groups/organisations that help address issues and opportunities important to the community.
  • Foster strong engagement opportunities which enable the council to connect with its community in a meaningful and relevant way.

Applications for Community Sponsorships can be up to $3000 per annum.

The Community Sponsorships funding stream is open throughout the year, until all funds have been expended.

Your group/organisation can apply for a Community Sponsorship if:

  • You are a not for profit or Incorporated Body with an ABN.
  • You are based in, or demonstrate your request has a direct benefit to the residents of the Northern Grampians Shire

Contributions

Providing a Community Contribution provides an opportunity for council to acknowledge and support community groups to continue to provide invaluable activities and services for the benefit of Northern Grampians Shire residents.

A Contribution is an allocation of funding, a waiving of charges, or an allocation of in-kind support in recognition of significant community benefits provided by a group/organisation.

Funding or in-kind support of up to $1500 annually is available to eligible community groups. If need and community benefit can be demonstrated, groups/organisations have the option of requesting funds for a three-year period. 

You are eligible to make a request for a Community Contribution if:

  • you are a registered not-for-profit group/organisation with either 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.
  • your group/organisation is based in the Northern Grampians Shire.


Before submitting your Sponsorship or Contribution application remember to:

  • read the 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.