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South Gippsland Shire Council grants $130,000 to 25 community projects in second round for 2022/23
On July 19, SGSC celebrated the 2022/23 Round 2 Community Grants recipients, awarding $130,000 to 25 projects. The program supports various community initiatives, with the next round opening for applications.
It was a fantastic night of celebration on Wednesday 19 July as we recognised the successful recipients of the second round of the 2022/23 Community Grants Program. During the night, 25 applicants received funding for their projects with a total of $130,000 allocated. The Community Grants Program aims to support community initiatives, projects and events.
Council Grants Program strives to boost community well-being, heritage, recreation, and culture through Small Grant Program, Emergency Grant Program and Community Grant Program
Grant categories
The Community Grants Program is open to not for-profit, community and volunteer organisations who may have a project or initiative that fits under the
following categories:
- Minor Projects and Equipment (up to $5,000)
- Major Projects and Equipment (up to $10,000)
- Planning and Development Reports (up to $10,000)
- Festivals and Events (up to $10,000)
Round One of the 2023/24 Community Grants Program is open now and closes 31 August. If you need assistance with your application, a number of drop-in sessions are available - or you can contact Sophie Bolding on 5662 9200. More information on the Program can be found by visiting South Gippsland Shire Council via Grants page.
Community grants program impact
Cr Nathan Hersey, Mayor South Gippsland Shire Council said, "The Community Grants Program is a direct way for our community to receive support via funding from council. These projects will go on to make a difference to not only the successful groups, but those who use their facilities and benefit from their support. With an investment from council of just $130,000 for 25 projects and a total project cost of just over $721,000 it is easy to see the value of this program."
"I would like to personally thank those who took the time to put in applications for this round and for the work you do to make South Gippsland a better place to live for us all."
"The first round of 2023/24 Community Grants is open now. I encourage our community groups and volunteer run organisations to consider putting in an application to have your project supported by council," Cr Hersey said.
Successful Grant Applicants
| Applicant | Project Title | Total Amount Allocated |
|---|---|---|
| Darlimurla Community Hall Committee | Purchase and Installation of two Air Conditioners | $3,000 |
| Friends of the Lyrebird Forest Walk Inc. | Purchase of Replacement Vehicle | $8,000 |
| Friends of the Toora Heritage Pear Orchard Inc. | Toora Heritage Pear Orchard Fruit Care | $3,000 |
| Koonwarra Recreation Reserve Committee of Management | New toilets at Koonwarra Recreation Reserve | $4,000 |
| Lions Club of Korumburra | Beautification of Wayside Stop and 75th Celebration Garden | $3,000 |
| Mardan-Mirboo North Landcare Group | Replacement of Outdoor Furniture and Baths Road Reserve in Mirboo North | $2,000 |
| Meeniyan Recreation Reserve Committee of Management | Community BBQ at the Meeniyan Recreation Reserve | $6,500 |
| Mirboo North Grainstore Committee of Management | Mirboo North Grainstore Master Plan | $8,000 |
| Nerrena Cricket Club Inc. | Ground Drainage Project | $2,500 |
| Toora Bowls Club Inc. | New Reverse Cycle Air Conditioners | $4,000 |
| Kongwak Hills Landcare Group | Love Your Reserve | $4,000 |
| Leongatha Business Association | Biketoberfest Leongatha | $4,000 |
| Meeniyan and District Historical Society | Secure, Share, Sustain: Meeniyan's Digital Heritage | $6,000 |
| Milpara Community House Inc. | Let's Get to It - a Strategic Plan for Milpara Community House | $9,000 |
| Fish Creek Football Netball Club Inc. | Underfoot Changes | $4,000 |
| Korumburra Tennis Club Inc. | Seating and Shade | $2,000 |
| Leongatha Little Athletics Club | All Weather Jump Pit Surface Upgrade Part 2 | $5,000 |
| Outtrim Moyarra Kongwak Cricket Club | Replacement and Upgrade of Outtrim Practice Nets Area | $10,000 |
| Poowong and District Amateur Basketball Association | New Electronic Scoreboard | $4,500 |
| Tarwin Lower and District Bowls Club | Upgrading and Renovating our Ambulant Bathroom | $6,000 |
| Walter J Tuck Recreation Reserve Community Asset Committee | Ovals Replanting Kikuyu and Santa Ana Couch | $9,000 |
| Fish Creek Carnival Fish Creek | Carnival Summer Celebration | $8,000 |
| Meeniyan Art Gallery | Strategic Plan Review | $5,250 |
| Mirboo Country Development Inc. | Mirboo North Winterfest Ice Rink Installation | $8,000 |
| Mirboo North Playgroup and Toy Library | Mirboo North Playgroup and Toy Library Equipment and Toy Update | $1,250 |
Pictures from South Gippsland Shire Council Facebook Page.
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