Community Grants Program
2023/24 Community Grants Program
Following the 2023/24 budget review Council has undertaken a review of available funding resulting in a a reduction in the full amount for the Community Grants Program for 2023/24.
In addition, Council is also undertaking a review of the Community Grants Policy and Procedure and it is anticipated that Council's Community Grants Program will be open for applications in early February 2024.
If you're looking for funding or grant opportunities to support your projects, events or activities please direct enquiries to the Community Development Team who will be more than happy to assist.
Council recognises that community groups provide important and valued community and social benefits to the district. Council also recognises the importance of supporting local individuals in pursuing personal achievement in their chosen field.
Funding community, cultural and recreational activities, events and services enables individuals and groups to work in partnership with Council in meeting community needs. The program also supports communities that value creativity, innovation, access and participation, as well as supporting individual residents striving in their field.
1. Community Grants support groups within the Coorong district, and are intended to:
- Promote participation in local community activities of recreation and sport, cultural activities, community development, lifelong learning, social cohesion, and social and welfare activities.
- Financially assist community groups and eligible individual residents based in the Coorong district.
- Promote community pride and participation in the Coorong district.
- Support community groups in local events.
- Support individuals participating in either a sporting, music, art or cultural activity/event, or other activities eligible in accordance with the Community Grants Procedure.
2. Grants available are divided into the following classifications, and relevant criteria for each classification is documented within the Council's Community Grants Policy & Procedure.
| Small Community Grants | $1,000 maximum |
| Community Event Grants | $2,000 maximum |
| Community Project Grants | $5,000 maximum |
| Individual, Sport & Cultural Grants (applications open year round) | $100 (Event held within SA) $500 (Event held Interstate) $1,000 (Event held Internationally) |
3. Before applying please:
- Review the Community Grants Policy and Procedure
- Check the eligibility criteria
- Schedule a time with the Community Development Team if you require assistance with the online application.
Applications for 2023-24 Community Grants Program
Grants available are divided into the following classifications; and relevant criteria , funding conditions and eligibility for each classification is documented within the Community Grants Policy & Procedure.
2023-24 Community Grants Program - Round One Key Dates
| Applications Open | Monday, 26 February 2024 |
| Applications Close | 9am Monday, 8 April 2024 |
| Council meeting decision | Tuesday, 21 May 2024 |
| Expected notification to applicants | Monday, 27 May 2024 |
| Grant to be expended and acquitted | 21 May 2025 |
Community Grants Application Packages
Community Project Grants aim to support local community groups/clubs that make a positive contribution to community through projects that develop and enhance their group’s facilities.
Community Organisations can apply for up to $5,000.
Coorong District Council’s small community grants aim to encourage and support local community groups/clubs that make a positive contribution to community and cultural life. It is offered to support and assist community-based organisations in the provision of a service to the community that will encourage participation and social inclusion.
Community organisations can apply for up to $1,000.
Community Event Grants aim to support local community groups/clubs that make a positive contribution to community and encourage tourism and social inclusion within the Coorong Council District.
Event organisers must demonstrate that proceeds from the event will remain in the Coorong Council District area.
Community organisations can apply for up to $2,000.
Individual –Sport and Cultural Grants are offered to support and encourage local individuals participating in either a sporting, music, art or cultural activity/event, or another activity/event at a State, National or International level. The intent of this grant is to support local community members who display individual talent within their field.
Individuals can apply for up to:
- $100 for events held within South Australia
- $500 for events held within Interstate
- $1,000 for events held Internationally
Applications open year round
- Important Documents Important Documents
- Community Grant Program Rounds Community Grant Program Rounds
- Eligibility Eligibility
- Application Process Application Process
Applicants are also encouraged to read and/or use the documents below:
Community Grants Policy & Procedure
This document aims to provide a framework for Council to allocate Community, and Individual - Sport & Cultural Grants in an effective, equitable and transparent manner.
This Policy aims to ensure:
- fairness, equity and transparency in providing grants
- funds are used for purposes intended
- appropriate process and authorisation of grants
- eligibility criteria are met
- provision and proof of outcomes of approved grants are received and documented
These grants aim to encourage and develop local community projects, support community
groups that make a positive contribution to community and cultural life and recognise the
personal achievement of individual residents in the Coorong District Council.
Community Grants Policy and Procedure
Supporting financial documentation
The following financial information may be requested in order for Council to process funds into your nominated bank account. If you do not have an ABN, a Statement by Supplier form will need to completed and submitted with the creditor information form.
Community Events Applications
If the event is proposed to be held on Council Community Land, applicants must complete a Special Events Permit application and provide all relevant information accordingly, including but not limited to a risk management plan, temporary food applications for stall holders selling food, traffic management plans (if relevant), road closure requirements etc
Acquittal of grant funding
To acquit a grant, applicants must complete a Community Grant Completion Record AND provide Council with all supporting documentation as specified. Acquittals must be received within 12 months of receipt of funding or prior to applying for funding within the same category, whichever comes first.
Community Grant Program Rounds
Funds permitting, there are two (2) rounds of Community Grants offered each financial year.
Community grant applications for Round 1 of the 2023/24 Financial year are currently open with applications closing on 9am on Monday 8 April 2024.
Eligibility
Please read the Community Grants Policy and Procedure and your chosen Application Package carefully prior to submitting an application.
What happens after applications close?
Once a grant round has closed, applications are assessed against the assessment criteria, and recommendations are provided to the full Council at a Council meeting for consideration.
Following endorsement at the Council meeting, successful applicants will be notified via phone and email.