Community groups and organisations delivering projects which involve and benefit the Manningham community are invited to apply for funding for 2016/17 through Council’s Community Grants Program.
Applications are open from 9.00 am on Monday 22 February in the following categories:
Community Development - provides $3,001 to $20,000 for activities that benefit and meet the needs of Manningham’s diverse community.
Arts and Culture - provides $3,001 to $20,000 for activities that celebrate community life and enhance community connections by providing access to local arts, culture and heritage.
Small Grants - provides funding up to $3,000 to deliver one-off, innovative activities that strengthen our community and enhance the quality of life of Manningham residents.
Applications close at 5.00 pm on Thursday 24 March 2016, and must be submitted through the grants management system https://manningham.smartygrants.com.au/
To help with preparing applications, Council is conducting the following activities:
Information Session – Community Grant and Community Facilities Funding Programs
Thursday 25 February, 6.30 pm – 8.00 pm
OR
Tuesday 1 March, 10.00 am – 11.30 am
Function Room 3, Manningham Civic Centre,
699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
Learn about these grants and programs and how to apply. Information on other funding opportunities will also be provided.
Grant Writing Workshop
Tuesday 8 March, 6.30 pm – 9.00 pm
Function Room 1, Manningham Civic Centre,
699 Doncaster Road, Doncaster
Learn how to develop a grant application for a range of funding bodies, including government, corporate and philanthropic organisations.
Grant Application Assistance
Support is available to community groups who require assistance with their grant application, including how to apply online. Please contact Council’s project team on 9840 9305.
