Fraser Coast community grants applications now open

Fraser Coast community groups and organisations wanting support to deliver projects and events are encouraged to apply for Council grants.

Cr Michelle Govers said round one of Council’s 2024/25 Community Grants program was currently open, and applications were due by 19 August 2024.

“Council’s grants programs offer a range of opportunities for groups to apply for funding for projects and events that provide social, community or economic benefits to the Fraser Coast,” she said.

“Grants from $500 to $15,000 are available for community groups and organisations to plan and deliver community-based projects or events this financial year.

“Our most recent round of Council community grants supported a range of initiatives such as minor building renovations, mowing equipment, new computers and lighting upgrades.

“We have so many wonderful community groups on the Fraser Coast, and Council is pleased to assist groups in building their skills and capacity and developing and maintaining community infrastructure through our grant programs.”

Cr Phil Truscott said there would be four rounds of Community Grants in 2024/25, so groups could apply at different times throughout the financial year.

“Council has allocated $247,000 for the Community Grants program this year spread over the four rounds with $61,750 notionally allocated per round,” he said.

“Future rounds will open in October, January, and March, and groups can submit a maximum of two applications per year.

“Council is committed to creating connected, inclusive communities through our places, spaces and people and our grants program helps achieve that goal.

“It’s all about building better communities together.”

More information, including online application forms and guidelines with examples of eligible projects and activities, is available on Council’s website at www.frasercoast.qld.gov.au/grants