Greater Shepparton City Council is calling on local community groups and not-for-profit organisations to apply for funding under a Community Grants Program, which opens on Monday, July 14.
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The council is offering grants under a range of categories to support grassroots initiatives that enrich the local community, promote inclusion, foster creativity and encourage participation.
The following grants are available:
Access and Inclusion grant – Up to $1500 for inclusive community projects supporting people with disabilities, their families and carers.
Community matching grant – Up to $5000 to support one-off community projects that build social connections, encourage participation and revitalise spaces.
Community celebrations grant – Up to $3000 to support small town Australia Day events between January 24-29, 2026.
Creative city grant – $1000 to $5000 for artists, creatives and community groups delivering local arts and cultural projects.
Heritage conservation grant – Up to $15,000 for works that preserve, restore or enhance heritage properties.
International Women’s Day grant – $500 to $1500 for events held in March 2026 recognising the contributions of women in our community.
Minor and major event grants – Minor grants: $500 to $2000; Major grants: $2000 to $5000; for events that promote community spirit, inclusion, wellbeing and regional visitation.
Our sporting future fund – Up to $30,000 for community sporting projects and initiatives that support growth and development.
Seniors festival grant – Up to $500 for activities held during October 2025 that promote positive ageing and social connection.
Small town festive event grant – $500 to $2500 to support festive and Christmas events in small towns (populations under 10,000).
To support potential applicants, the council will host a community grants online information session on Monday, July 21, from 6pm to 8pm.
Applications open at 9am on Monday, July 14 and close at noon on Monday, August 18.
