It is a guide only and the examples should not be considered exhaustive. All applications must respond to the stated objectives and eligibility criteria of each grant.
| Community Events Grants |
| Support for moderate sized (300+ attendees) events promoted to the general public which contribute to an inclusive and diverse events calendar, provide opportunities for participation and bring economic benefits to the City of Greater Geelong. |
- regional, state or national championships
- public holidays, for example: ANZAC Day, Christmas, New Year’s Eve
- events highlighting local industries.
- festivals: music, film, arts, children.
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| Healthy and Connected Communities Grants |
Projects category:
For events, which foster and embrace an inclusive community culture and community connectedness. |
- sports clubs or community groups celebrating a milestone anniversary.
- community workshops or forums.
- multicultural celebrations.
- religious and spiritual events
- community celebrations.
*celebrations and
religious/spiritual events open to the public with an expected attendance of
300+ should apply to Community Events Grants.
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| Environmental Sustainability Grants |
Projects Category:
Support for events that enhance our natural environment and drive environmental sustainability actions across the Geelong region. |
- open days
- expos and showcases
- community education.
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| Arts Projects Grants |
| Support to cultivate the strength, diversity and vitality of our City’s arts and cultural ecosystem; engage the whole community in our City’s cultural life; and celebrate our City’s distinct, diverse and evolving culture. |
- performances
- theatre productions
- public experiences
- launches
- openings
- workshops
- panel discussion.
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| Events not funded - ineligible project types |
- events that are ongoing, regular activities of a venue approved under a licence/tenancy agreement, for example: monthly markets, seasonal sporting events or other activities.
- fundraising events, for example: fetes, markets, fun runs, concerts, competitions where the primary purpose is to fundraise for a charity or cause.
- prizes, gifts, awards or sponsorship costs such as trophies medals money and vouchers
- events that are the core purpose of a business.
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Still not sure which grant suits your event?
Contact our Grants Team on 03 5272 5560 or [email protected].