Community Events Grant Program

A “Community Event” is an event managed and delivered by a local not-for-profit group or organisation for the purpose of education, fundraising, community connection, fun and entertainment value, and civic and ceremonial events.

A Community Event is considered an event of up to approximately 500 people with the primary purpose of attracting the local community but may also attract patrons from outside the region.  

A community event can be:

• a localised celebration for under 100 people
• an event open to all NGSC residents and visitors for over 100 people.
  
  

Funding available will be dependent on the type of event:

• a local celebration can receive up to $1500
• a larger community event can receive up to $3000.
  
  

You can apply for community event funding if:

1. You are a registered not-for-profit group or organisation with an Incorporation Certificate and/or an ABN. If your group/organisation has neither of these an organisation that does can support you as the legal entity.

2. You are based in the Northern Grampians Shire or demonstrate there is a direct benefit to the residents of the Northern Grampians Shire.

Before submitting your Community Events application remember to:

• read the Community Events Grant Guidelines to understand your obligations and guide your application
• speak to a member of the council's Community Development Team to ensure you are applying for the most suitable grant