Local community groups and not-for-profit organisations are being urged to apply for funding through Greater Shepparton City Council’s Community Grants Program, and a hefty sum has been allocated to benefit the region’s sport.
The council has up to $30,000 available to assist community sporting organisations through the Our Sporting Future funding.
Up to $5000 is eligible for community groups to deliver one-off projects and events that benefit and strengthen the Greater Shepparton community.
Other grant categories, including Access and Inclusion, Minor Events, and Small Town Festive Events, have up to $1000, $2000 and $2500, respectively, available.
Mayor Shane Sali said the grants were specifically tailor-made for the community’s benefit.
“The money is allocated each round so that council can support our local groups to put on an event, run a program or purchase something which will benefit the wider community,” he said.
“This money can be put towards a diverse range of projects, so I encourage locals to get creative and think of innovative, unique and meaningful ways to use the funding.”
Council will be hosting two free information sessions; online only on Thursday, July 27 at 5.30pm and in-person on Wednesday, August 9 at 5pm.
The night’s discussions will centre on eligible community groups and projects, the application process, key dates and grant amounts, as well as answer any questions.
Registrations for the online and in-person information sessions can be made via eventbrite.
Applications for the five grants close on Friday, September 1.
For more information, visit council’s website https://greatershepparton.com.au/community/grants-and-funding