Individual grants allow artists, sports people, environmental champions and emerging leaders an opportunity to elevate their interests and participation through this grant stream.

 Do you need studio space? Are you representing your sport at the state or national level? Is there something you'd like to do to improve the environment in your area? Or do you want to get accreditation to complement your leadership in the community? Then consider applying for an Individual Grant.

Eligible items:

• Creative costs or expenses
• Registration fees
• Course fees delivered by a Registered Training Organisation
• Travel and accommodation - up to $500 per application
• Clothing or uniforms, up to $250 per application
• Materials and equipment, up to $500 per application

Eligibility

• All applicants must apply at least two months prior their activity start date to allow for grant assessment and processing time. For example, if you require the grant for attendance to a leadership workshop in October, you must apply by at least the close of the August round.
• One successful application per individual per financial year.
• Parents/guardians must apply for individuals under 18 years old

Additional eligibility by category:

• Arts and culture
  • Creative performers, artists
• Community leadership
  • Attending leadership development opportunities to support their community
• Sports and recreation competitions
  • Individuals of representing at the State or National level in a sporting competition or
  • Enabling increased participation and access to local sporting clubs registered the City of Whittlesea, to support people with accessible barriers (for example, people with disability and or experiencing financial hardship).
• Sustainable environment initiatives
  • All individuals.

• Phone: (03) 9217 2170
• Email: community.grants@whittlesea.vic.gov.au