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Awarding of Sponsorship Policy MSC05E
Community Grant Guidelines
Sustainable Event Management Procedure
Muswellbrook Shire Council’s Awarding of Sponsorship Policy and Awarding of Grants and Contributions Policy outline the requirements and criteria for providing sponsorships, grants, and contributions to not-for-profit community groups, organisations, individuals and sporting groups who are interested in working towards enhancing the social, cultural, and recreational wellbeing of the communities of Muswellbrook Shire.
We are committed to providing equitable, open, and transparent sponsorships, grants, and contributions and to supporting engagement and potential economic, social and cultural benefits to the whole community.
Each sponsorship or grant program has specific guidelines that outline the criteria, eligibility and process for applying for the sponsorship, grant or contribution.
Community Grants
Community grants and contributions provide financial assistance to local not-for-profit community groups, organisations and individuals working towards enhancing the social, cultural and recreational wellbeing of the communities of Muswellbrook Shire. Click here for more information on community grants or to apply online.
Sponsorship
If you have a great initiative for an event or program that would benefit Muswellbrook Shire Council, you can apply for sponsorship through Council’s Sponsorship Program.
Sponsorship applications can be for projects, event funding, fee waiving or in-kind support.
Before you start your application, there are a few things you should consider:
- You are applying for sponsorship, which is different to grant funding.
- Your application should add value to an event or program that is already happening, regardless of the outcome of the sponsorship application.
- Council should receive value other than just recognition for the sponsorship and help us achieve our goals in the Community Strategic Plan.
- Sponsorship applicants for events must comply with Council’s Sustainable Event Management Procedure.
There will be two funding rounds each year and the number and value of sponsorships given in any funding period is subject to the total annual funding pool.
Applications for sponsorship can be made to council@muswellbrook.nsw.gov.au.
Large and Small Capital Sports Grants
Muswellbrook Shire Council’s Sport and Recreation Small and Large Capital Grants Programme allows local user groups to fund priority projects. Grants are available on a matched funding (dollar-for-dollar) basis up to a value of $2,000 per project (small category grants) and $50,000 per project (large category grants).
When applications are open, details will be listed here.
Local Heritage Fund Grants
Muswellbrook Shire Council offers small grants to property owners for maintenance works on heritage buildings in the Shire. Learn more about Local Heritage Grants.
Landcare Grants
The Landcare grants target local Landcare groups who will pursue projects such as tree planting, weed control and regeneration of natural areas.
When applications are open, details will be listed here.
Landcare Education Grants
The Landcare Education Grants target local Landcare groups, schools and community groups in the Muswellbrook Local Government Area. The focus of this grant is educating and engaging the community in Landcare.
When applications are open, details will be listed here.
Sustainability Education Grants
Muswellbrook Shire Council’s Sustainability programs target schools and community projects. The Sustainability Education Grants will fund projects that focus on energy, water and waste initiatives, as well as environmental education activities and events.
When applications are open, details will be listed here.
Flying Fox Weed Tree Removal Rebate Program
Residents in the Muswellbrook Shire who have Cocos Palms or Broad Leaf Privet trees on their properties are encouraged to remove these trees, with Council offering a $1000 rebate per eligible applicant. Residents will be required to obtain a quote from a licensed arborist to accompany their application.
Weed Tree Removal Rebate program runs annually, dependent on funding, and is available until funds are exhausted. For further information, please contact Tracy Ward from the Sustainability Unit on 6549 3700 or email sustainability@muswellbrook.nsw.gov.au.
Are you planning a project or program that will benefit the Muswellbrook Shire community? Do you need support to maintain or grow your business? Are you looking for funding for a personal project?
Muswellbrook Shire Council has partnered with GrantGuru to create a custom search tool for Government and non-government grants and funding opportunities relevant to local individuals, businesses, community groups and not-for-profits.
The Grant Finder is powerful, yet easy to use. Click here to access GrantGuru!
