Colac Otway Shire Grants Program 2021-2022 Applications Open for Community Projects
"The Colac Otway Shire Grants Program 2021-2022 offers a total pool of $311,500 for a variety of community projects and events. Eligible groups can apply for grants ranging from $2,000 to $10,000 for different categories. Learn about eligibility, funding opportunities, and what activities may be funded. Applications close on April 9, 2021, at 5:00 pm. Check guidelines for details."
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Applications close Applications close 9 April 2021 9 April 2021 5.00pm 5.00pm Colac Otway Shire Grants Program 2021-2022
Colac Otway Shire Grants Program aims to provide an opportunity for a wide range of groups to obtain a share of the grant funds. A total pool of $311,500 is available. This will result in a varied range of projects and events within the Colac Otway Shire. Objectives
Community Grants Program Community Grants Program Grants from $2,001 - $10,000 are available Community Events & Support Program Community Events & Support Program Grants up to $5,000 for established events. Grants up to $2,000 for new start up or one-off events. Grants up to $10,000 for major community organised events major community organised events of regional significance. *specific conditions apply. Grant categories COPACC hire assistance grants are available up to 50% of the cost of standard room hire. Max. grant is $5,000. Small Grants Program Small Grants Program Grants up to $2,000 are available. (min $200) Building Fa ade Improvement Program Building Fa ade Improvement Program Grants up to $3,000 are available. Small Business Environmental Sustainability Program Small Business Environmental Sustainability Program Grants up to $5,000 are available. All grants require a matching $1: $1 contribution
Who is eligible Community Events and Support (Category 2) Event must be held in the Colac Otway Shire Schools are eligible to apply for COPACC hire assistance. Small Business Environmental Sustainability Program (Category 5) Each funding Category has eligibility criteria. Businesses located in Colac Otway Shire Has a turnover of less than $10 million. Building Fa ade Improvement Program (Category 4) Community Grants (Category 1) Small Grants (Category 3) Community groups and Clubs check eligibility in the Guidelines Businesses that have street frontage, must be located in the commercial retail area of towns within the Colac Otway Shire
What type of activities may be funded Environmental projects Equipment purchases Community initiatives Training for volunteers Community activities that encourage participation Festivals and Events Projects to revitalise community & recreation facilities Building fa ade improvements in commercial retail areas What is not funded Check the Guidelines as some items are not eligible Arts and culture projects Business energy efficiency upgrades
1 2 3 Check your eligibility Read the Guidelines - IMPORTANT Applications Applications open March 9 Applications close April 9 at 5pm close April 9 at 5pm 4 5 Apply online Further Assistance Application process The Grants Officer is available to assist you on 5232 9444 grants@colacotway.vic.gov.au
Quote(s) must be included Quote(s) must be included Budget Income Income Grant amount requested Expenses Expenses List all expenses Cash contribution Add X to indicate the costs that the grant funds will be used for Other sources of income In-kind expenditure (if any) In-Kind contribution details (if any) Calculate your matching contribution, up to the maximum grant allowed.
What Why How Who Community Grants Community Grants Events Events & Support & Support Small Grants Small Grants What benefits will be provided to the broader community? Why is it needed? How will it be delivered? Who is involved? Planning, project management, detail the stages Partners, voluntary contributions, stakeholders, audience, target market Assessment
Assessment Criteria 1 Community Economic development opportunities 6.3 Major Community Organised Events Assessment Criteria 2 Social opportunities Assessment Criteria 3 Cultural opportunities Assessment Criteria 4 Environmental Sustainability
Funding Agreement Funding Agreement sets out the terms and conditions of the grant Conditions of your grant sets out what each party will do. Payment When will we receive the funds?
HOW DO I APPLY Online Application APPLY NOW Start early WHAT IF I NEED HELP Assistance is available to help you apply online Technical assistance is available
Useful tips for grant writing Read the Guidelines Use your time wisely Tips on recording the Budget Tips on grant writing Check your application
Further Assistance grants@colacotway.vic.gov.au (03) 5232 9444 grants@colacotway.vic.gov.au grants@colacotway.vic.gov.au (03) 5232 9444 www.colacotway.vic.gov.au/Community-services/Apply-for-a-grant/ Colac-Otway-Shire-Grants-Program-2021-22 www.colacotway.vic.gov.au/Community-services/Apply-for-a-grant/ Colac-Otway-Shire-Grants-Program-2021-22
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