The Community Development Fund grant program has operated since 1999 to support not-for-profit groups, based in Warrnambool, to fund projects and activities that contribute to the liveability of the City.
Whilst the fund aims to improve the liveability of the City, priority is placed on proposals that;
- focus on addressing access and inclusion outcomes for women & girls and people with a disability,
- target and encourage participation and community involvement in creative outcomes.
- improve facilities to enhance accessibility (including disability, cultural, gender, functional access) and shared use.
Fund Aims:
- partner with community to support shared outcomes,
- provide the opportunity for community to identify and respond to local issues, concerns and priorities that align with Council priorities,
- build community capacity,
- improve or renew community infrastructure to enhance accessibility and shared use, and
- empower the community to take an active role in improving their quality of life.
Fund Objectives:
The objective of the grant program is to support;
- community and cultural events that are open to all residents and celebrate diversity and inclusion,
- community programs for residents which enhance community connection, social inclusion and resilience,
- programs and activities for residents that encourage physical activity and active living,
- innovative programs responding to health and wellbeing issues, including gender inequality and wellbeing,
- minor capital works projects that improve, extend or upgrade community infrastructure including open space and recreation assets, and
- programs that help residents and community groups contribute to sustainability trough reducing waste, recovering or re-using resources or educating the community on sustainable living practises.
Projects which deliver outcomes that support the endorsed objectives of the following will be strongly supported:
Help is available: Council Officers are available if you require assistance applying online, or have questions about the Community Development Fund. Refer to the Key Council Contacts listed in the Guidelines if you have any questions about the program.
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