Community Grants Round Two Now Open

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Published
27th February 2023

Round two of Council’s Community Grants program is now open, with grants available for up to $5,000 in the areas of Community Wellbeing and Lifestyle, Economic Development and Environmental Sustainability.

The Community Grants Program provides support for local community organisations that endeavour to make positive change and contribute to a vibrant community. Applicants are subject to eligibility criteria and must complete the relevant application with all required documentation to be considered.

If you’re unsure of where to start or would like to talk through your options, Council officers will be available to provide additional support. Community Grant Information Session will be held to offer potential applicants assistance at locations listed below:

Innisfail Library

  • Tuesday 28 February from 9:30am to 4:00pm
  • Monday 6 March from 9:30am to 4:00pm

Mission Beach Library

  • Wednesday 1 March from 9:30am to 3:30pm
  • Friday 10 March from 12:00pm to 4:00pm

Tully Civic Centre

  • Thursday 2 March from 9:00am o 4:00pm
  • Friday 17 March from 9:00am to 4:00pm

Cardwell Library

  • Friday 3 March from 10:00am to 1:00pm
  • Monday 20 March from 10:00am to 3:00pm

If you are uncertain whether your organisation or event falls into the three categories, visit www.cassowarycoast.qld.gov.au/funding-grants and read the Community Grants Guidelines which breaks down each category, including examples of the types of events relevant to that category.

Alternatively, if you are ready to apply, visit cassowarycoast.smartygrants.com.au/ - Council’s online grant management platform, which makes applying for grants more accessible for the community.  

Submissions for the Community Grants Program round two will close on Friday 24 March 2023.