Council’s Community Grant program now open
Council’s Community Grants program has returned for 2023 with applications now being accepted for projects aimed at activating our region.
Minor Grants are capped at $2,000 and Major Grants are funded up to $25,000, community groups can also access event sponsorships up to $2,000.
Mayor Rodney Reid said last year’s program contributed over $100,000 in funding across 19 community projects in Wakefield, enabling not-for-profit community groups to start or complete their projects.
“Each year we’re able to help fund projects our community groups hold close to their hearts,” Mayor Reid said.
“Whether it’s funding big ticket items like Owen Golf Club’s new lawn mower, which was granted $25,000 in last year’s round of funding or smaller projects like the Snowtown Primary School’s seed library – these funding opportunities all support activating Wakefield.”
“We’re continuing to look for projects that align with our Wakefield 2030 themes of Liveable Communities, Thriving Region and Sustainable Future.
Community groups looking to apply for the funding must be based within the Wakefield region and the grants are subject to Council approving the 2023/24 budget.
All of the grant application details can be found on Council’s website at www.wrc.sa.gov.au
Guidelines for applying to each funding category can also be found on Council’s website and should be read carefully before applying.
Applications for the Community Grants program close Friday 26 May 2023 and applicants will be notified if their project has been successful in July 2023.
For any further questions or queries please contact Community Events Officer Larissa McPharlin on 8862 0800.