The New South Wales Community Partnerships Grants for 2017 are now available, with two (2) scholarships/grants open for application.
The two grants available for this year are the Community Building Partnerships Grant and also, the Sport Australia Hall of Fame Scholarships & Mentoring Program. Below you will be able to find a brief description of the following grants, and the application process for them both.
Community Building Partnerships
Run annually, the program awards grants for community infrastructure projects that: deliver positive social, environmental and recreational outcomes and promote community participation, inclusion and cohesion. Eligible bodies are incorporated, community based not-for-profit organisations plus NSW local councils (and their Section 355 committees) operating under the Local Government Act (1993). $27.9 million is available in 2017, with an equal allocation of $300,000 available to fund projects in each State electorate of NSW. The CBP ensures our communities remain strong, connected and healthy by supporting organisations that think first and foremost of the needs of locals.
All projects are assessed on merit against the following program criteria; Enhance facilities: The project develops a vibrant, sustainable and inclusive community through the enhancement or construction of community infrastructure, Meet community need: The project supports activities and services needed by local communities, Increase community participation: The project encourages participation in activities or services needed by a broad section of the community, and organisation’s capacity: The applicant has the capacity to deliver the project on time and within scope.
Projects must be for:
- Construction of new community infrastructure; or
- Refurbishment, repair and maintenance to existing community infrastructure; or
- The purchase of capital equipment with a minimum individual asset value of $2,500 and a projected life expectancy of 5+ years.
Closing date: 5pm, Wednesday 9 August 2017
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Sport Australia Hall of Fame Scholarship & Mentoring Program
The Sport Australia Hall of Fame’s Vision is to preserve and celebrate the history of Australian Sport and to excite the next generation of Australians to achieve their potential both in sport and life. The Scholarship & Mentoring Program is one opportunity to continue achieving our Vision. Among the inclusions are; One-on-one personal mentoring by an Inducted Member of The Sport Australia Hall of Fame and a $5,000 sporting expenses grant
Eligibility:
- Under the age of 21 years at December 31, of the year application is made.
- An Australian citizen.
- Participating in a sport recognised by the Australian Sports Commission.
- Competing at a minimum of International Junior level in their chosen sport (where applicable).
- A member of the Australian junior or senior squad / team in their chosen sport (where applicable).
Closing date: Monday July 10 2017. NB: Scholarship runs January 1 2018 – December 31 2018
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