Individual Development Grants are one-off grants that support individual Kingston residents to compete, perform or represent at a State, National or International level in their chosen discipline.

These grants recognise the sacrifices that people make to reach significant goals, seek to develop local leaders and positive role models. Applications are assessed every two to four weeks until funding is exhausted.

Amount available:

• $200 – State level within Victoria
• $400 – National level held interstate or in Victoria
• $600 – International level held overseas, interstate or in Victoria
• Plus 25% financial hardship consideration

Applicants must:

• Be an individual who is a Kingston resident (anyone who lives within the City of Kingston).
• Submit an application between 1 - 6 months prior to the activity
• Submit an application that aligns with the purpose of this grant stream and chosen category
• Have no overdue grant acquittals and have successfully acquitted previous grants received
• Have no overdue debts owing to Council, or have entered into a payment plan
• Have not received funding for an Individual Development Grant for the same activity in the past 24 months running on financial year from July to June
• Not be a Kingston Councillor or officer if the event/activity is considered part of their usual role or duties
• Comply with public health directions, and human rights and responsibilities
• Provide evidence of qualification or invitation in the event/activity by event organisers, governing body, club or coach/instructor
• To demonstrate financial hardship, provide a copy of both sides of a Centrelink-issued Health Care Card, Pensioner Concession Card, or Veteran Card (where applicable)

• Phone: 1300 653 356
• Email: community@kingston.vic.gov.au