Community Participation Grant - for Individuals
This funding aims to support initiatives that help residents participate in community life and improve personal outcomes.
Supports up to $750. Funding is provided to individuals who are residents of Merri-bek that have been selected to pursue an achievement and / or development activity in their chosen area of expertise. Applications must be submitted at least four weeks prior to the planned activity beginning.
An Applicant must:
• be a resident of Merri-bek,
• show evidence of being selected / invited to participate in an activity by an organisation or group,
• show that there are financial barriers to participating in the activity,
• demonstrate a strong commitment to their area of endeavour,
• show the benefit of participation in the activity to the Merri-bek community.
Documentation required:
• Bank Details
• Bank statement excerpt
• Proof of Residency
• Proof of Activity
• Letter of selection
• Proof of selection process and selection criteria
• Proof of costs (unpaid)
Discuss your application with a Council Officer to ensure you suitably meet the criteria. - email us to be linked with the appropiate Council Officer.
Whilst completing your application, you can save and close and return to your application at anytime prior to submission.
If you have questions about or need assistance to complete the application, please contact the Merri-bek City Council Community Grants Officer on 9240 1111 or e-mail Council Grants.
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