Edward River Council’s Community Grants Program provides grants for projects, equipment, events, exhibitions, or performances which contribute positively to the Edward River community cultural needs and aspirations. 

Edward River Council’s Community Grants Program provides grants up to $3,000.

The Community Grants Program aims to:

• Foster support across a range of pursuits and interest areas including health and welfare, education, arts and culture, sports and recreation, youth, ageing, environment and access and equity; and 
• Assist Council to deliver identified objectives, priorities and strategies that align with the Community Strategic Plan. 
• Be responsive to emerging themes, issues, and trends 
• Support not-for-profit community groups to provide a range of opportunities for residents; 
• Provide equitable opportunity for the community to seek funding assistance from council; 
• Strengthen communities with local responses to identified community needs; 
• Facilitate support for initiatives that strengthen the community through opportunities for participation, development, inclusion, and sustainability;

Funding Eligibility

Applicants seeking funding through the Community Grants Program must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Be submitted by not-for-profit community organisations, groups, and associations; 
• Provide direct benefits to the residents of the Edward River Local Government Area (LGA); 
• Be able to demonstrate financial viability; 
• Have adequate public liability insurance and appropriate health and safety policies in accordance with the funding agreement; 
• Be able to demonstrate a contribution in the form of funds, services, or in-kind support; 
• Be based in the Edward River LGA or have significant benefit for Edward River LGA residents; 
• Be able to plan effectively and be well organised;
• Have no outstanding grant acquittals or outstanding debts owing to council; 
• Be submitted by the due date. Only one application can be submitted per funding round.

• Phone: (03) 5898 3000
• Email: council@edwardriver.nsw.gov.au