Helping community organisations, businesses, individuals and sole traders connect with and apply for grants and funding.
This work is guided by the Council and Wellbeing Plan, Community Vision and our Community Investment Funding Policy.
To discuss your project ideas, contact the Program Manager listed on the relevant grant information page. Alternatively, contact the Shire's Grants Engagement Officer at CommunityInvestFunding@mornpen.vic.gov.au
For queries about SmartyGrants, contact the Grants Administration team at community.grants@mornpen.vic.gov.au
Grant Writing Workshop (2.5 hours)
- Thursday 14 September, 6:00-8:30pm at Municipal Office, 2 Queen Street, Mornington - RSVP by 12 September to attend either online or in person.
Council's Community Investment Funding - subsidies now open (invitation only)
Council supports a number of organisations to deliver services and programs across the Mornington Peninsula. Subsidy applications opened on 13 July 2023 via invitation only and close on 7 September 2023.
Funding Finder
The Shire hosts Funding Finder to assist community groups/organisations and businesses to search for funding external to Council's Community Investment Funding. It is a free service, all you need to do is register.
Access and Social Inclusion Grant
| Applications Open | 13 July 2023 |
| Applications Close | 4 June 2024 unless funds are exhausted earlier |
| Purpose | To provide funding to support individuals experiencing financial hardship to participate in community life and improve personal outcomes through sustainable change |
| Value | Eligible applicants may seek up to $500 |
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Applications are submitted via the Shire's online grants portal SmartyGrants |
Business Development Grant
| Opening Date | 13 July 2023 |
| Closing Date | 7 September 2023 |
| Purpose |
To enable business growth and improvements |
| Value |
Eligible businesses may seek up to $5,000 |
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Applications are submitted via the Shire's online grants portal SmartyGrants |
Climate Action Grant
| Opening Date | 13 July 2023 |
| Closing Date | 7 September 2023 |
| Purpose | Deliver carbon emissions reduction partnerships to achieve the Climate Emergency Plan's goal of net zero emissions by 2040 |
| Value |
For community projects that help reach the targets outlined in the Shire’s Climate Emergency Plan. Eligible applicants may seek up to:
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| Applications are submitted via the Shire's online grants portal SmartyGrants
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Community Events Grant
| Opening Date | 13 July 2023 |
| Closing Date | 4 June 2024 unless funds are exhausted earlier |
| Purpose | To enable community participation and celebrations |
| Value |
Eligible applicants may seek up to $10,000 Please note that the event infrastructure subsidy previously available under the Community Event Fund (Triennial) will not be offered under this grant program. Events that are requiring marquees or access to the Mornington Peninsula Shire’s Soundshell are encouraged to include these items in the budget submitted as part of this application. |
| Assessment Deadlines |
Assessments are undertaken on a monthly basis, against the following deadlines:
*Dates and timings are subject to change at the discretion of Mornington Peninsula Shire ^Program will not continue once funding allocation is fully committed |
| Applications are submitted via the Shire's online grant portal SmartyGrants
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Community Support Grant
| Applications open | 13 July 2023 |
| Applications close | 4 June 2024 unless funds are exhausted earlier |
| Purpose |
To support community groups and organisations to deliver key initiatives, programs and activities within the Shire |
| Value |
Maximum amount of $5,000 per application. |
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All applications are submitted via the Shire's online grants portal SmartyGrants |
Creative Grant
| Opening Date | 13 July 2023 |
| Closing Date | 4 June 2024 unless funds are exhausted earlier |
| Purpose |
To build creativity, cultural capacity and vitality in our communities |
| Value |
Eligible applicants may seek up to $5,000 |
| Assessment Deadlines |
Assessments are undertaken on a monthly basis, against the following deadlines:
*Dates and timings are subject to change at the discretion of Mornington Peninsula Shire ^Program will not continue once funding allocation is fully committed |
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Applications are submitted via the Shire's online grant portal SmartyGrants |
Flexi Grants
| Opening Date | 13 July 2023 |
| Closing Date | 4 June 2024 unless funds are exhausted earlier |
| Purpose |
To provide a quick response to a community need and initiatives within Mornington Peninsula Shire
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| Value |
Maximum amount of $2,000 per application. |
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All applications are submitted via the Shire's online grants portal SmartyGrants |
Local Area Community Capital Infrastructure Grant
| Applications Open | 13 July 2023 |
| Applications Close | 4 June 2024 unless funds are exhausted earlier |
| Purpose |
To provide funding for projects that improve the built and natural environments within the Mornington Peninsula Shire
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| Value | Eligible applicants may seek up to $50,000 |
| Assessment Deadlines |
Assessments will be undertaken against the following deadlines:
If an application is received after the scheduled deadline, assessment will be deferred to the next date *Dates and timings are subject to change at the discretion of Mornington Peninsula Shire ^Program will not continue if funding allocation has been exhausted |
| All applications are submitted via the Shire's online grants portal SmartyGrants
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Performing Arts Development Grant
| Applications Open | 13 July 2023 |
| Applications Close | 4 June 2024 unless funds are exhausted earlier |
| Pitch Sessions |
Pitch sessions will be held approximately two months prior to the bi-monthly closing date for applications. This will include a short presentation on the guidelines and information on writing a compelling grant application. Applicants will be divided into groups to meet with a peer/panel member for further discussion of the process. Applicants must individually 'pitch' their project idea to a panel member who will score proposals in an assessment rubric to determine eligible projects. Potential applicants will be invited to apply within two weeks of the information session, with a link to the application form included in the email notification. Unsuccessful applicants will be notified they will not progress to a full application. This process will assist to clarify eligibility and objectives and invite quality applications from a diversity of artists proposing innovative, inter-cultural performance projects spanning a range of forms, styles, audiences, and cultural contexts. Pitch sessions are held in-person only (not online). Pitch Session #2 - date TBA |
| Application Deadlines |
Assessments are undertaken on a bi-monthly basis, against the following deadlines:
*Dates and timings are subject to change at the discretion of Mornington Peninsula Shire ^Program will not continue once funding allocation is fully committed |
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Value
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There is no upper limit to the amount of funding that can be applied for via this program, however, the level of assistance available is limited by Council’s budget allocation and its priorities. Grant requests over $30,000 will be required to meet with the Assessment Panel. No applicant can be guaranteed funding, nor can any applicant be guaranteed to receive the full requested amount; however officers will assist applicants to ensure that the funding request is commensurate to project viability. |
Placemaking Grants
| Applications Open | 13 July 2023 |
| Applications Close | 7 September 2023 |
| Purpose |
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| Value | Eligible applicants may seek up to $10,000 |
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Applications must be submitted via the Shire's online grant portal Smartygrants |
