Latrobe City Council has a proud history of working in partnership with the community to meet local needs. One of the ways Latrobe City Council supports community groups is through the Community Grants program, which delivers funding for projects that:
- Reflect our community’s priorities and vision as set out in the Council Plan and Living Well Latrobe - Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan;
- Strengthen communities and provide opportunities for enhanced participation in public life and community groups;
- Provide benefits to the local community;
- Improve accessibility or inclusion for priority groups as per the Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing plan;
- Provide health, wellbeing and safety to the community; and Contribute to the social, cultural, environmental and economic development of our community
The Community Grants program represents a significant contribution by Latrobe City Council to local projects. Grant funding is a way of acknowledging the contribution that individuals and groups make to the Latrobe City community life.
Funding Rounds
Round 1
3 June 2024 to 1 July 2024
Round 2
20 January 2025 to 24 February 2025
Information Sessions
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Available Grants and Sponsorship
Grant Program Name |
Program Summary |
Guidelines |
Grant Round |
Funding available |
| Capital Works -Minor |
Small scale facility improvements for accessibility renovations and built in or fixed equipment..
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Up to $7,000 | |
| Capital Works - Major | Medium to large scale facility improvements for accessibility, renovations and built in or fixed equipment. |
Round 2 Open: Close: |
Up to $20,000 | |
| Community Wellbeing Grant | Community projects or programs of all sizes that support community health, wellbeing, connection and participation. |
Round 2 Open: Close: |
Up to $15,000 | |
| Community Events – Minor | For small scale community events that support local community participation and celebration. |
Round 2 Open: Close:
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Up to $4,000 | |
| Community Events – Major |
Assistance to conduct conferences, deliver special events of significance or to develop an existing event. Events must include local and regional participation. |
Round 2 Open: Close:
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Up to $8,000 | |
| Community Essentials- Quick Response Grant | Fast turnaround and easier application for simple community needs. |
Round 2 Open: 9am 1 November 2024 Close: 14 November 2024 |
Up to $1,500 |
Other available Grants and Sponsorship
| DREAM Individual Support Grant |
Council will offer a number of small grants to individuals who inspire to reach and sustain their goals by dedicating their time, realising their ambitions, empowering themselves through on going participation and learning; and are able to share the outcomes with other members of their communities. |
Applications for funding are invited all year round. The assessment will commence on the 15th day of each month. |
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| Participation Sponsorship |
The Participation Sponsorship Program aims to support the inclusion of preschool and school aged Latrobe City Council residents in disadvantaged circumstance to participate in recreation activities where participation costs are leveraged on the participant. The program provides support to individuals by paying funds directly to sporting clubs to cover participation fees. |
Applications for funding are invited all year round. The assessment will commence on the 15th day of each month. |
Up to $250 |
| Biodiversity on Rural Land Grant |
For projects on private and rural land within the municipality for actions aimed at protecting and enhancing existing native vegetation. |
Open: 9am 8 July 2024 Close: |
Up to $1500 per property |
| Economic Development Sponsorship grant - Minor |
Economic Development Sponsorship provides assistance to economic development initiatives for a broad range of programs, services, and activities. |
To apply, please contact the Business Development Team on 1300 367 700 or via email businessapprovals@latrobe.vic.gov.au |
Maximum grant amount is $2500 |
| Economic Development Sponsorship grant - Major |
Economic Development Sponsorship provides assistance to economic development initiatives for a broad range of programs, services, and activities. |
To apply, please contact the Business Development Team on 1300 367 700 or via email businessapprovals@latrobe.vic.gov.au
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One off funding of $8,000 per annum |
| Weed Control Grant |
Weed control grants are available to help landholders control noxious and environmental weeds on private land. |
Apply Now | Maximum grant amount is $250 |
Apply for a grant
All grant applications must be completed online.
When you complete an application form you will be asked to sign up for a Latrobe City Council Grants Account. This grant account will be used to send you reminders, and allow you to complete your applications, funding agreement and acquittal forms.
If you have applied for a community grant online with us in the past, you are able to access your account by visiting the Latrobe City Smarty Grants Portal.
At any time you can to view all previous and current forms started or submitted. Login and select ‘My Submissions’.
Related documents
Acknowledging Council support
When a group or person receives a grant from us, they agree to acknowledge Council’s contribution on materials produced to support their project. This acknowledgement must include the Latrobe City Council master logo on supporting publications, displays or signage.
Grant events
Find out about the Grant events available.
Contact information
For more information, including support to complete the online application, phone the Senior Grants Officer on 0429 270 149 or email grants@latrobe.vic.gov.au