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Expressions of interest from Gippsland not-for-profits for $200,000 - $500,000 from Community Impact Program due 26 September 2022
Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the Community Impact Program are now open for local not for profit groups.
Local MP Darren Chester said EOIs could be submitted for grants of between $200,000 - $500,000 for community activities and programs that would support drought resilience.
Local MP Darren Chester said EOIs were now open for not-for-profit groups to apply for the Community Impact Program between $200,000 - $500,000
EOI submission
Mr Chester said, "The Community Impact Program is part of the Helping Regional Communities Prepare for Drought Initiative and is available to not-for-profit groups in Gippsland to run the project."
"Funding can be used to strengthen community network capabilities and facilities that support drought preparedness and local community leadership activities."
"The Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal and the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation are administering the program and will work with local groups to establish the multi-year projects." Mr Chester said. Expressions of Interest close September 26, 2022. For more information or to apply visit Community Impact Program page.
Pictures from Darren Chester MP website.
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