Funding on offer for community projects

Tatiara District Council is now inviting applications from local community groups and organisations for the Tatiara Community Grants Program. Tatiara District Council Mayor Liz Goossens (pictured) said the Community Grants program was first established in 2003.

“Council’s Community Grants Program has helped local not for profit groups and organisations, including sporting clubs, bring their ideas to life,” the Mayor said.

Funding is available in four categories:

Minor Grants

• Individual Achievement Grant – up to a maximum $350 for national events, maximum $500 for international events

• Quick Response Grant – maximum $1,500 to support the purchase of small equipment or delivery of small events Minor Grant applications are approved monthly.

Major Grants

• Community Strengthening Programs & Events Grant – maximum $2,000 for programs and events

• Community Strengthening Infrastructure Grant – maximum $10,000 to enhance, improve or renew social assets Applications for Major Grants close on October 20 with applications considered at Council’s November meeting. The next funding round for Major Grants will be in April 2024.

For further information, including the guidelines and application forms, please visit Tatiara District Council’s website, www.tatiara.sa.gov.au, or contact Council on (08)8752 1044, or by email to [email protected]