Grants are open to all communities Australia wide, with preference being given to rural/remote/regional communities.
Funding is available to community groups or organisations which can demonstrate that they are, at minimum, an Incorporated Association or similarly constituted entity. Organisations that do not meet these criteria may be auspiced by a legal entity. Funding is not available to individuals, trusts, or schools (except Parents/Friends Associations that meet minimum incorporation requirements).
- Applicants need to demonstrate that the project addresses the relief of social or environmental disadvantage or inequality through locally-led action.
- Projects are to be completed within 12 months unless otherwise negotiated.
- Grants allocated will be up to $5000.
- Grants do not comprise a GST component.
- Successful applicants will be required to submit a final report and evidence of funding acquittal. We may also request a mid-year update.
- Grant recipients may be visited by a representative/s of the Small Grants Program at a mutually agreed time.
- Preference will be given to applicants who have not previously received funding from Highways and Byways.
- Previous grant recipients must have met all grant acquittal requirements.
INCLUSIONS – WHAT WILL BE FUNDED
Projects that align with our program theme and objectives will be considered as grant recipients. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Environmental and ecological restoration and regenerative initiatives
- Programs for vulnerable communities
- Wellbeing programs
- Community events
- Training programs
- Workshops
Expense items eligible for funding include, but are not limited to:
- Purchase of tools and equipment
- Garden materials, including plants and seeds
- Resource materials
- Contractors and consultant costs, including speaker fees
- Travel and accommodation costs
- Marketing and communication activities
- Meeting costs including venue hire and catering costs
EXCLUSIONS – WHAT WILL NOT BE FUNDED
Funding is not available for:
- Projects that do not align with the program objectives
- Expos
- Salaries and wages
- Costs not directly associated with the project
- Retrospective costs
- Projects that promote a particular faith or religious adherence, or support or promote a political party
