Community Event Grants Program
Now open for submissions
Council is pleased to announce that funding is now available to support local community events, with our Community Event Grants program now open.
Submission opening date:
9am, Monday, 27 November 2023
Submission closing date:
5pm, Wednesday, 31 January 2024
Our objectives
- Encourage community-based organisations to develop and run sustainable events which meet and enhance community activities in the Hornsby Local Government Area, and preference be given to events that involve local residents.
- Promote the active participation of local residents in community initiatives, and the development of their capacity, skills, knowledge and opportunities.
- Provide assistance to the community to develop initiatives and services, which are consistent with Council objectives and programs, but not directly operated by Council.
Summary
Funding is available for not-for-profit organisations located within Hornsby Shire LGA. $17,638 will be available through a Place Activation Grant funding pool.
Cash funding, in kind support and sponsorship is available up to a total value of $3,000 per applicant organisation. These grants are designed to be one-off only.
Events must be held prior to 31 December 2024.
Please see the Community Grants Program guide for eligibility criteria and further information.