2026/27 - Major Grants - Round 1

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ELIGIBILITY CHECK

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Before You Begin

Thank you for your interest in the Willoughby City Council Community Grants Program.

Before completing this application, please ensure you have:

  • read the Community Grants Program Guidelines;
  • confirmed that you and your project are eligible to apply; and
  • prepared any supporting documentation required for your applicant type.

Applications can be saved and returned to at any time before the closing date.

If you have any questions about your eligibility, require assistance completing this application, or have accessibility or support requirements, please contact Council's Community Projects Officer on (02) 9777 1000 or email grants@willoughby.nsw.gov.au before submitting your application.

Introduction

Before proceeding, applicants must confirm that they meet the eligibility requirements of the Community Grants Program.

Applications that do not meet the eligibility requirements may not proceed to assessment.

Applicant Acknowledgement

Please confirm the following:

I have read and understood the Community Grants Program Guidelines. * Required
Response required.
The Guidelines contain important information about eligibility, funding priorities, assessment criteria and the application process.
I understand that meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee funding and that all applications are assessed through a competitive, merit-based process. * Required
Response required.
Meeting the eligibility requirements allows your application to proceed to assessment. Funding decisions are based on how well eligible applications meet the assessment criteria and available funding.

Funding Category

Choose the funding category that best describes your project.

The funding category you select determines the eligibility requirements and questions you will be asked throughout this application.

  • Community Development - Community organisations and groups delivering projects that strengthen community participation, inclusion, wellbeing and social connection.
  • Environmental Sustainability - Organisations and groups delivering projects that improve environmental sustainability, biodiversity and climate resilience.
  • Arts & Culture - Artists, artist collectives and arts organisations delivering creative or cultural projects.
  • Economic Activation - Small businesses, sole traders and social enterprises delivering projects that support the local economy and community.

If you are unsure which funding category best describes your project, please contact Council before continuing with your application.

Which funding category are you applying under?
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Select the funding category that best describes your project.

Applicant Type – Community Development (Not Applicable)

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Which funding category are you applying under?" on page 1

Please select the applicant type that best describes the applicant. 

Which applicant type best describes the applicant? * Required
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Applicant Type – Environmental Sustainability (Not Applicable)

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Which funding category are you applying under?" on page 1

Please select the applicant type that best describes the applicant.

Which applicant type best describes the applicant? * Required
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Applicant Type – Arts & Culture (Not Applicable)

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Which funding category are you applying under?" on page 1

Please select the applicant type that best describes the applicant.

Which applicant type best describes the applicant? * Required
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Applicant Type – Economic Activation (Not Applicable)

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Which funding category are you applying under?" on page 1

Please select the applicant type that best describes the applicant.

Which applicant type best describes the applicant? * Required
Response required.

Australian Business Number (ABN) (Not Applicable)

This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

  • "Which applicant type best describes the applicant?" on page 1
  • "Which applicant type best describes the applicant?" on page 1
  • "Which applicant type best describes the applicant?" on page 1
  • "Which applicant type best describes the applicant?" on page 1

Please enter your Australian Business Number (ABN).

The ABN provided will be used to look up the following information.
Click Lookup above to check that you have entered the ABN correctly.
Australian Business Register Information
ABN
Entity name
ABN status
Entity type
Goods & Services Tax (GST)
DGR Endorsed
ATO Charity Type
More information
ACNC Registration
Tax Concessions
Main business location
Must be an ABN. 

Incorporated Organisations (Not Applicable)

This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

  • "Which applicant type best describes the applicant?" on page 1
  • "Which applicant type best describes the applicant?" on page 1
  • "Which applicant type best describes the applicant?" on page 1

Applicants that are incorporated must provide a current Certificate of Incorporation.

Please upload your current Certificate of Incorporation or equivalent registration document. * Required
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    Auspiced Applicants (Not Applicable)

    This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

    • "Which applicant type best describes the applicant?" on page 1
    • "Which applicant type best describes the applicant?" on page 1
    • "Which applicant type best describes the applicant?" on page 1

    Applicants applying through an incorporated not-for-profit auspice organisation must provide the details of their auspice organisation and upload a signed Auspice Agreement or Letter of Support.

    The auspice letter should:

    • Be on the auspice organisation's letterhead.
    • Confirm support for the project and applicant.
    • Confirm the organisation agrees to auspice the project.
    • Confirm the organisation agrees to administer any grant funds awarded.
    • Confirm the organisation will support acquittal and reporting requirements.
    Auspice
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    Select "Organisation" below and provide the details of your incorporated not-for-profit auspice organisation. Individual auspices are not eligible under the Community Grants Program.
    Please upload a letter from the auspice organisation confirming that they agree to auspice the project and accept responsibility for the management, administration and reporting of any grant funds awarded. * Required
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      The ABN provided will be used to look up the following information.
      Click Lookup above to check that you have entered the ABN correctly.
      Australian Business Register Information
      ABN
      Entity name
      ABN status
      Entity type
      Goods & Services Tax (GST)
      DGR Endorsed
      ATO Charity Type
      More information
      ACNC Registration
      Tax Concessions
      Main business location
      Must be an ABN. 

      Social Enterprise Applicants (Not Applicable)

      This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

      • "Which applicant type best describes the applicant?" on page 1
      • "Which applicant type best describes the applicant?" on page 1
      • "Which applicant type best describes the applicant?" on page 1

      A social enterprise is an organisation, business or enterprise that primarily exists to deliver social, cultural, environmental or community benefit, with profits used to support its social purpose.

      Does your organisation meet this definition? * Required
      Response required.

      Please upload documentation to verify your eligibility as a Social Enterprise.

      Upload one or more of the following (as applicable):

      • Governing Document (Constitution, Trust Deed, Articles of Association or similar)
      • Most Recent Financial Statements (Annual Financial Statements or Income Expenditure Statement)
      • Social Enterprise Certification (e.g. Social Traders or B Corp), if available
      Supporting Documentation * Required
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        A minimum of 1 file must be attached. 

        Eligibility Requirements

        Please answer the following questions to assist Council in determining your eligibility for the
        Community Grants Program.

        If you are unsure about any of the following, please contact Council’s Community Projects
        Officer before submitting your application.

        Has the applicant received Community Grant funding from Willoughby City Council during the current financial year? * Required
        Response required.
        Have all previous grants been acquitted, or has an extension been approved? * Required
        Response required.
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        Do you have any outstanding debts owing to Willoughby City Council? * Required
        Response required.
        Do you have any outstanding debts owing to Willoughby City Council? * Required
        Response required.
        Do you currently receive substantial in-kind Council support? (e.g., venue hire exceeding $10,000 per year) * Required
        Response required.
        Are you a school or government agency? (P&C associations may apply where the initiative provides broader community benefit) * Required
        Response required.
        Are you a political organisation or does your project have a political purpose? * Required
        Response required.
        Will the project be delivered within the Willoughby Local Government Area (LGA) or provide a demonstrated benefit to the Willoughby community? * Required
        Response required.
        Has your project commenced, are you applying for retrospective funding? * Required
        Response required.
        Does the project align with Council's Community Strategic Plan? * Required
        Response required.
        Does your project seek funds for ongoing operational costs (e.g., salaries, administration) * Required
        Response required.
        Does you project seek funds for Council owned venue hire? * Required
        Response required.
        Does your project seek funds for upgrades to Council owned assets? * Required
        Response required.
        Does your project seek funds for payment of debt or insurance premiums? * Required
        Response required.
        Does your project seek funds for fundraising appeal or activities? * Required
        Response required.
        Does your project seek funds for prize money, trophies or gift vouchers? * Required
        Response required.
        Is your project illegal, or discriminatory, or unethical? * Required
        Response required.
        Is your project inconsistent with Council’s commitment to inclusion? * Required
        Response required.
        If successful, are you willing to provide Public Liability Insurance with a minimum cover of $10 million prior to receiving funding? * Required
        Response required.

        Eligibility Declaration

        Please confirm the following declarations before continuing with your application.

        I confirm that: * Required
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        At least 3 choices must be selected.