The 2024/25 Grants for the Community Program allocates small grants to not for profit community and sporting organisations, individuals, small businesses, social enterprises and performing arts organisations in the Willoughby Local Government Area (LGA).
The maximum amount that will be granted is $7,500 (excl. GST) and the minimum is $500 (excl. GST).
Priority will be given to projects that help the community achieve the following:
- Community recovery to the COVID19 pandemic
- Increased community resilience to respond to shocks and stresses
- Enhanced community connectedness
- Access to high quality entertainment and events
The Grants for the Community Program is open all year round. The funding pool is renewed on 1 July each year.
Grant Streams
Applicants need to demonstrate how their project will address one or more priorities of Council’s Community Strategic Plan (CSP), Our Future Willoughby 2028:
- Green
- Connected and Inclusive
- Liveable
- Prosperous and Vibrant
- Effective and Accountable
Grants for the Community Program Guidelines
Prior to completing this application form you should read and understand the Grants for the Community Program Guidelines and be sure your organisation can fulfil the funding requirements. The Grants for the Community Program Guidelines are located at Grants Willoughby City Council (nsw.gov.au)
It is strongly advised that applicants contact Willoughby City Council on 9777 7982 or email grants@willoughby.nsw.gov.au to discuss their project to ensure that it complies with the objectives of the Grants for the Community Program.
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