These grants aim to foster inclusion, connection, and development across the region.

Both Major and Minor Community Grants are open once a year for a limited time frame.

Community Grants - Major

• Community Grants - Major offer up to $7,000 for major projects that benefit Benalla Rural City residents by fostering healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities. Apply here
• maximum number of grants: 5

Community Grants - Minor

• Community Grants offer up to $3,000 for minor projects that benefit Benalla Rural City residents by fostering healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities. Apply here
• maximum number of grants: 20

It is encouraged anyone considering applying for a grant to discuss their application with the Community Development Team on (03) 5760 2600.

To be eligible to apply for a Community Grant or Quick Response Grant you must: 

• be incorporated community based and not-for-profit 
• be auspiced by an incorporated organisation (if organisation is unincorporated) 
• be based or deliver services within the Benalla Rural City municipality 
• have satisfactorily accounted to Council for the expenditure of any previous Council grants 
• hold relevant insurances to administer the event or project 
• comply with all relevant Local Laws, Australian and Victorian legislation.

*Service Clubs may only apply for a Community Grant if relates to an infrastructure project

• Phone: (03) 5760 2600
• Email: council@benalla.vic.gov.au