Greater Shepparton City Council is calling on local community groups and not-for-profit organisations to apply for funding under a Community Grants Program, which opens on Monday, July 14.
The council is offering grants under a range of categories to support grassroots initiatives that enrich the local community, promote inclusion, foster creativity and encourage participation.
The following grants are available:
- Access and Inclusion grant – Up to $1500 for inclusive community projects supporting people with disabilities, their families and carers.
- Community matching grant – Up to $5000 to support one-off community projects that build social connections, encourage participation and revitalise spaces.
- Community celebrations grant – Up to $3000 to support small town Australia Day events between January 24-29, 2026.
- Creative city grant – $1000 to $5000 for artists, creatives and community groups delivering local arts and cultural projects.
- Heritage conservation grant – Up to $15,000 for works that preserve, restore or enhance heritage properties.
- International Women’s Day grant – $500 to $1500 for events held in March 2026 recognising the contributions of women in our community.
- Minor and major event grants – Minor grants: $500 to $2000; Major grants: $2000 to $5000; for events that promote community spirit, inclusion, wellbeing and regional visitation.
- Our sporting future fund – Up to $30,000 for community sporting projects and initiatives that support growth and development.
- Seniors festival grant – Up to $500 for activities held during October 2025 that promote positive ageing and social connection.
- Small town festive event grant – $500 to $2500 to support festive and Christmas events in small towns (populations under 10,000).
To support potential applicants, the council will host a community grants online information session on Monday, July 21, from 6pm to 8pm.
Applications open at 9am on Monday, July 14 and close at noon on Monday, August 18.
Further details on the council website.