Barcoo Shire Council offers two types of funding for the Barcoo Shire Community.
Community Grants are available for local non-for-profit associations to apply for Council funding assistance for more information refer to Council's Community Grant Policy and Application form.
Council offers Shire Bursaries to eligable applicants for educational purposes. For more information refer to Council's Shire Bursary Policy and Application Forms.
COUNCIL COMMUNITY GRANT FUNDING
Community Grants are available for local non-for-profit associations to apply for Council funding assistance. Applications will be assessed by Council using the following selection criteria as the basis for assessing each application. Note that Councillors do not individually approve grant applications; applications will be approved by the whole Council in a democratic, fair and equitable manner.
FUNDING CRITERIA
- The organisation is a not for profit, incorporated organisation or a community group or club located in the Barcoo Shire.
- The funding request directly supports a demonstrated need within the community;
- The project provides a direct or indirect benefit for residents in the community;
- Demonstrated ability to meet current financial obligations; include quotes, budget and financial statement;
- Demonstrated that attempts have been made to raise funds from other sources;
- The applicant organisation is making a contribution to the project.
APPLY FOR FUNDING
To apply for funding and for more information please contact:
Abby Geiger
Community Development Officer
Phone: 0477 122 286
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or refer to Council's Community Grant Policy.
Barcoo Shire Council offers number of community funding options for Community Groups and Residence of the Barcoo Shire.
