Applications are now open for the Small Grants Fund Program to assist voluntary and staffed not-for-profit incorporated organisation to fund one-off costs that will directly support the progression of their capacity building activities, projects or programs through small allocations of funding.
Objectives
Support community based groups, sport and recreation clubs, and service organisations to develop effective projects that address the social, economic and/or environmental needs of residents in the Parramatta Local Government Area, as described in City of Parramatta Council’s Community Strategic Plan;
Maximise access to and use of community resources, services and facilities, including equity of access for people experiencing social exclusion, marginalisation or isolation;
Encourage community participation in the development and delivery of projects and activities;
Support the development of networks and partnerships between communities, local community groups, agencies and City of Parramatta Council.
Funding Information
$40,000 is allocated to the Small Grants Fund and the Social Enterprise Business Planning Grant.
The maximum funding available in this category is $2,000.
Ineligible Expense
Funding cannot be used for:
Attendance at, or production costs of conferences or similar events;
Academic course fees;
General interstate or international travel;
Day-to-day operational expenses, such as rent and office supplies
Eligibility Criteria
Be not-for-profit and incorporated or have evidence of auspice from a not-for-profit incorporated organisation;
Be located within the Parramatta LGA, or principally service Parramatta residents;
Not have overdue progress or acquittal reports for previously funded grants.
