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Wagga Wagga City Council’s

Annual GrantsProgram2020-2021

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Acknowledgement of CountryWagga Wagga City Council acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of this land, the Wiradjuri people, and pays respect to Elders, past and present and emerging.

We honour the living heritage of the world’s oldest continuous culture, and we celebrate the contemporary creativity of our First Nations communities. We acknowledge the ongoing connection between First Nation communities and this land.

The Wagga Wagga City Council Cultural Plan 2020-30 has been developed in consultation with the local Wiradjuri and First Nations communities, with the aim of building a city that thrives on positive relationships and cultural diversity.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples should be aware that this document may contain images and names of people who have passed away.

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Table of contents

Summary ............................................................................................................4

Introduction ..........................................................................................................................5

Community Strategic Plan 2040 ...........................................................................................5

Our Guiding Principles .........................................................................................................5

General eligibility ..................................................................................................................6

General exclusions ...............................................................................................................6

Useful links ...........................................................................................................................6

How to apply .......................................................................................................................7

Financial information.............................................................................................................8

Successful recipient conditions .............................................................................................9

Assessment process ............................................................................................................9

Supporting documentation .................................................................................................10

Acquittals ...........................................................................................................................10

General Information ............................................................................................................10

Checklist ...........................................................................................................................11

Frequently Asked Questions ...............................................................................................11

Category Information ......................................................................................12

Recreational Facilities .........................................................................................................12

Community Programs & Projects ........................................................................................13

Neighbourhood and Rural Villages ......................................................................................14

Rural Halls .........................................................................................................................15

Arts, Culture & Creative industries.......................................................................................16

Local Heritage ....................................................................................................................17

Events ...............................................................................................................................18

Natural Environment ...........................................................................................................19

Youth Led Initiatives ...........................................................................................................20

Small Business ..................................................................................................................21

Version Control: March 2020

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Summary

Grant Total grant amount available

Grant amount available (min - max)

Grant contact officer

Community Programs & Projects

$30,000 $500- $5000 Lisa Saffery

Recreational Facilities $30,000 $1000 - $7500 Sarah Menz & Glenda Pym

Neighbourhood & Rural Village $22,000 $1000 - $5000 Victoria Lowe

Rural Halls $25,000 $5000 - $10,000 Luke Fitzgerald

Arts, Culture & Creative Industries

$25,000 $1000 - $5000 Cultural Officer

Local Heritage $15,500 $500 - $10,000 Emma Molloy

Events $45,000 $500 - $7500 Sally Manning

Natural Environment $7,000 $500 - $3000 Carly Hood

Youth Led Initiatives $15,000 $500 - $3000 Vanessa Jennings

Small Business $12,500 $1000 - $10,000 Dominic Kennedy

TimelineApplications open:Monday 9 March 2020 - 9am

Consultation session: Tuesday 24 March 2020 Between 4pm to 6pm

Applications close:Monday 4 May 2020 - by 10am

Assessment period:May/June 2020

Councillors endorse successful applicants: July 2020

Notification to applicants:Early August 2020

Deadline for completion of funded activities:30 June 2021

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Introduction Each financial year, Wagga Wagga City Council makes funds available under its Annual Grants Program for local not-profit community groups and in some categories for individuals. The aim of the program is to support a wide range of activities that support our community.

Wagga Wagga City Council Policy 078 states the preferred method for assessing requests from the community for financial assistance is through the Annual Grants Program. This ensures a fair and equitable process for the assessment and distribution of funding against a set of general and specific criteria for each grant category.

Community Strategic PlanThe Annual Grants Program has been developed to align with the Community Strategic Plan 2040. This document was prepared in consultation with the community and identifies the long-term vision for Wagga Wagga Local Government Area. Applicants are required to address category specific objectives relating to the project they are applying for through the Annual Grants Program align with Wagga View – Our Future in Focus’ Community Strategic Plan 2040.

Our Guiding PrinciplesTo ensure that we achieve the community vision for the future, it is necessary that we start embedding elements of that vision into today's planning four (4) key words have been chosen by the community to be used as principles in the planning for our future are:

Thriving Innovative Connected Inclusive

• Feeling part of a communty

• Relationships• Communication

technology• Place and space

integrartion• Heritage• Networking

• Growth• Development• Success• Liveability• Healthy• Sustainable• Sttrong Economy

• Including everyone• Accesibility• All culture and

backgrounds• Friendly• Inviting• Equal opportunity• Fair• Welcoming

• Creative• New Ideas and thinkin• Entrepreneurial leading• Efficient and effective• Creating best practice

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General eligibility To be eligible applicants must meet the following criteria:

• The project must seek to primarily benefit residents and / or not for profit service organisations / groups within the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area.

• Note: Not for profit organisations including unincorporated community groups are eligible for funding. Individuals are also able to apply however must adhere to this program’s auspicing requirements.

• Applicants seeking funding must submit the mandatory documentation as outlined in the supporting documentation section.

• Each project can only be funded by one grant category in the Annual Grants Program. • Please select one grant category that best matches your project. If you are unsure, please

contact Council on 1300 292 442 or email to [email protected]. • Projects must be ready to commence from August 2020 and be completed by 30 June 2021. • Applicants must have acquitted any previous annual grants received from Wagga Wagga City

Council to be eligible to apply for an annual grant through the 2020/21 program. • Funded projects may be subject to an audit following the receipt of an acquittal report from

the applicant.• Applications must be submitted online by the published closing date and time. Late

submissions will not be accepted.

General exclusions• Works that are the responsibility of the state and federal government eg. ongoing maintenance

and repair costs. • Applicants that are currently subsidised by Wagga Wagga City Council through existing

service level agreements to undertake the same project or program proposed in the application as this would be considered “double dipping”.

• Applicants who have not acquitted previous Annual Grants at the time of closing of this round of funding.

• Projects requesting retrospective funding for monies that have already been spent on works completed.

• Funding toward any unlawful, reckless purpose. • Applications that do not include supporting documentation. • Funding gifts or prizes. • Funds that will contribute to organisational running costs eg. salaries, insurances, rent,

administration.

Useful linksWagga Wagga City Council Annual Grants Program https://wagga.nsw.gov.au/city-of-wagga-wagga/community/grants/annual-grants-program

Wagga View – Our Future in Focus’ Community Strategic Plan 2040 https://wagga.nsw.gov.au/city-of-wagga-wagga/council/plans-and-reports/planning-for-our-community/community-strategic-plan-wagga-view

SmartyGrants https://www.smartygrants.com.au/

SafeWork Australia https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/

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How to Apply

Step 1: Read the information • Read the Annual Grants Program 2020-2021 guidelines. • Read the Community Strategic Plan 2040 and identify the guiding principle and objectives

that connect to your application.

Step 2: Consult with grant officerAll applicants are encouraged to attend the consultation session to discuss their project with the grant officer relevant to their category, to get advice and information to help them to ensure they are able to make a competitive grant submission.

When: Tuesday 24 March 2020, from 4pm to 6pm

Where:

Wagga Wagga Civic Centre, 243 Baylis Street Wagga Wagga, Council meeting room

Parking:

All day parking available in Cross Street Carpark (corner of Cross and Tarcutta Streets). Mobility parking located in Morrow Street.

Register:

To attend, please contact Darina Carberry on 1300 292 442 or email [email protected]

MORROW STREET

CROSS ST

O’R

EILLY STREET

WAGGA WAGGACIVIC CENTRE

All day parking available in Cross Street carpark (corner of Cross and Tarcutta Streets)

Mobility parking located in Morrow Street.

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Step 3: Complete and submit• Access the online application form through SmartyGrants or Wagga Grants and start your

application.• Remember to save as you go. • Complete the online application form. • Ask a friend to review and help you to edit your application.• You will not be able to finalise your application unless you have addressed all the mandatory

questions. You will be alerted to any changes that need to be made to your application when you press ‘review and submit’.

• After you have submitted your application you will receive a confirmation email within a few minutes. If this is not received, it may mean your application has not been successfully submitted and you should contact SmartyGrants technical support desk on 03 9320 6888 between Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm or by email [email protected]

• Submit the application by the closing date Monday 4 May 2020 by 10am. • Late applications will not be accepted.

Financial information Applicants must provide accurate financial information as part of the application process, such as a statement of income and expenditure for the project. It is important to demonstrate that the application is financially viable, and that the project can be successfully delivered within the budget specified. Please prepare your financial information carefully, as errors may jeopardise the success of your application.

Please remember to include the value of in-kind support from your groug/organisation including volunteer labour. This means you need to determine the value of materials, services and assistance that will be donated or provided to the project free-of-charge.

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Successful recipient conditionsIf your application is successful, you will be required to:

• Acknowledge Wagga Wagga City Council as a sponsor of the project /activity by placing Wagga Wagga City Council logo on all promotional material and platforms.

• Wagga Wagga City Council should be acknowledged in all media coverage publicity and in all publications relating to the successful project.

• Comply with any special conditions that may be attached to the funding offer noting the amount of financial assistance offered may vary from that requested.

• Issue Wagga Wagga City Council with a tax invoice/invoice. • Provide a copy of the organisation’s Certificate of Currency for Public Liability. For further

information about obtaining a Certificate of Currency please contact your insurer of choice. • Provide Risk Assessments and Safe Work Method Statements for higher risk works. For more

information about higher risk works please refer to SafeWork Australia wesbite.• Comply with all Wagga Wagga City Council approval requirements including but not limited to

permission for the use of outdoor spaces, public events or development applications.• Applicants are required to submit an acquittal form at the completion of their project.

Please note: • Funding will not be paid until all requested information has been supplied.• Funding may not be used for any purpose other than for which it is granted, without the

written permission of Wagga Wagga City Council.• Wagga Wagga City Council will not be held responsible for shortfalls in project budgets if the

applicant is unable to meet project costs.

Assessment processOnce you have submitted your application through SmartyGrants:

• You will receive an email confirming receipt of your application.• Your submitted application is kept confidential and its contents will not be disclosed to any

person outside the application and assessment process.• Your application will be assessed by a panel consisting of Councillor, independent. community

representative and council officer. The applications will be assessed against specific criteria specified in ‘category information” section of this document.

• Wagga Wagga City Council does not correct errors in applications or supporting documentation. Applications and supporting documentation are assessed as they have been submitted.

• Successful applications will be recommended to the 27 July 2020 Ordinary Council Meeting for endorsement.

• Once endorsed, all applicants will be formally notified of the result of their application by mid-August 2020.

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Supporting documentationThe following documentation is mandatory for all applications received from individuals and community organisations (except from applicants applying under the Local Heritage Grant Category):

• A copy of the organisation’s most recent annual report and/or financial statements.• If the applicant is not legally incorporated, a letter from a sponsoring incorporated entity

indicating its willingness to support (auspice) the proposed project. For more information regarding the definition of a legally incorporated entity, please visit fairtrading.nsw.gov.au

Please note: The above information is not required when applying under the Local Heritage Grant Category however what is required is:

• A minimum of one quote must be provided for goods, equipment, supplies and services. • A minimum of two quotes is required when applying under the Local Heritage Grant

Category.

Acquittals • Recipients must acquit funds using an online form provided for this purpose. To

demonstrate the expenditure of funds granted the following will need to be provided with the acquittal report; copies of receipts/invoices, photos or video files, media releases, advertising and promotional materials.

• Acquittals must be submitted within 8 weeks of completion of the project. If acquittals have not been received by 30 June, Wagga Wagga City Council will not consider applications submitted by that applicant in the next round of funding.

• Any unexpended funds must be returned to Wagga Wagga City Council. For further information on how to return unused funds, contact Darina Carberry on 1300 292 442 or [email protected]

General information

Government Information (Public Access) AwctThe Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIP Act) applies to documents in the possession of Wagga Wagga City Council. Under some circumstances copies of grant applications may be released, subject to the deletion of exempt material, in response to a request made in accordance with the Act.

Statement of Business EthicsWagga Wagga City Council is committed to ethical standards and has prepared a Statement of Business Ethics that set out these standards expected of Wagga Wagga City Council officials (Councillors, staff and delegates), contractors and their staff and other business associates. A copy of Wagga Wagga City Council’s Statement of Business Ethics is available here

In dealing with Wagga Wagga City Council, you are responsible for maintaining these ethical standards during all stages of the Annual Grants Program. Applicants should be aware of any potential conflicts of interest that may arise and should refrain from approaching Councillors and staff during the assessment process regarding their applications as this is a competitive, merit-based assessment process.

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ChecklistRead the guidelines carefully.

Contact the relevant grants officer or attend the consultation session on Tuesday 24 March 2020 between 4pm to 6pm to discuss your application.

Plan and research what is required to undertake the project.

Develop your budget and compile supporting documents including quotes.

Complete an online application and save the application as you go.

Ask a friend to read and review your annual grant application.

Contact Smarty Grants if you need technical assistance.

Submit the Annual Grants application by due date Monday 4 May 2020 by 10am.

Frequently Asked Questions Q: How many applications can I submit? A: One application per project, however individuals and organisations can submit multiple projects in different categories.

Q: I have received funding from the Annual Grants Program before, can I still apply?A: Yes, if you have submitted your previous acquittal forms, we welcome your application. However, if you have already received funding three times in the last 3 financial years for the same element of a program or project you will be ineligible for further funding for that same project or program.

Q: What is in-kind?A: In-kind is a contribution of goods, commodities, or services instead of money toward project or program.

Q: Must I discuss my project with the relevant Wagga Wagga City Council grants officer/s?A: Council encourages all applicants to discuss their project with the appropriate grants officer during the application period to ensure that your project is eligible, competitive and submitted into the correct grant category.

Q: What does Auspicing mean? A: The Annual Grant Program provides grants to organisations that are legal entities such as incorporated associations, or to individuals or groups where grants are administered or auspiced through such organisations. The role of an auspicing organisation is to take responsibility for grant monies and keep financial records of the grant activity. This arrangement is used to ensure there is monitoring of the management of the finances, and the maintenance of correct financial records to comply with auditing requirements.

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Catagory Information

Recreational facilities The aim of the Recreational facilities category is to provide financial assistance for projects and services that address the following objectives identified in Wagga View – Our Future in Focus’ Community Strategic Plan 2040.

Wagga View Objective: We promote a healthy lifestyle

Wagga View Objective: We are proud of where we live and our identity

Wagga View Objective: Create and maintain a functional attractive and health promoting built environment

Grant officersSarah Menz and Glenda Pym

Grant amountMinimum: $1000 | Maximum: $7500

Category eligibility requirements

Projects that:• Demonstrate a minimum level of 50% of actual or in-kind contribution by the applicant.• Are located at Wagga Wagga City Council owned facilities, or facilities on Wagga Wagga City

Council owned land.

Category Priorities:• Increase the activation of public community spaces.• Improve accessibility and connection.• Improve existing assets to maximize utilisation.• Improve community health.• Collaborate where possible with other community organisations.

Examples of eligible projects:• Upgrading existing community recreational facilities eg. upgrading amenities, lighting

improvements.• Improvement or installation of sport specific facilities eg. Installation of cricket nets.• Funds toward sporting or recreational group to construct eg. a storage shed, shade structure,

install a mobility access ramp.

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Community Programs & ProjectsThe aim of the Community Programs & Projects category is to provide financial assistance for projects and services that address the following objectives identified in Wagga View – Our Future in Focus’ Community Strategic Plan 2040.

Wagga View Objective: We have opportunities to connect with others

Wagga View Objective: We are a safe community

Grant officer Lisa Saffery

Grant amountMinimum: $500 | Maximum: $5000

Category eligibility requirements

Projects that do two or more of the following:• Improve the mental health and wellbeing of people living in our community. • Increase access, equity and participation for people living with a disability.• Celebrate our community’s rich social and cultural diversity.• Increase safety for vulnerable communities in areas of high crime.• Demonstrate evidence of in-kind support by the applicant.

Examples of eligible projects:• Seed funding to assist in the establishment of social groups for young people.• Initiatives that promote personal safety and reduce domestic violence.• Installation of mobility access ramp at a community facility.

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Neighbourhood and Rural VillagesThe aim of the Neighbourhood and Rural Villages category is to provide financial assistance for projects and services that address the following objectives identified in Wagga View – Our Future in Focus’ Community Strategic Plan 2040.

Wagga View Objective: We have opportunities to connect with others

Wagga View Objective: We are proud of where we live and our identity

Grant officer Victoria Lowe

Grant amountMinimum: $1000 | Maximum: $5000

Category eligibility requirements

Projects that do two or more of the following:• Provide opportunities for connection through recreational activity, arts and leisure in

community centres, halls and public spaces.• Increase community pride in local Aboriginal culture and heritage.• Increase community pride in neighbourhoods, villages, community centres and halls.• Demonstrate evidence of in-kind support by the applicant.

Examples of eligible projects:• Movie nights in a community space e.g. Galore Public Hall.• Support live music eg. participation as a host venue in the Festival of Small Halls program.• Increase accessibility and usability of rural halls and community centres.• Planning and delivering outdoor neighbourhood or village gatherings to increase community

connection.

Category Information

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Rural HallsThe aim of the Rural Halls category is to provide financial assistance for projects and services that address the following objective identified in Wagga View – Our Future in Focus’ Community Strategic Plan 2040.

Wagga View Objective: Create and maintain a functional, attractive and health promoting built environment

Grant officerLuke Fitzgerald

Grant amountMinimum: $5000 | Maximum: $10,000

Category eligibility requirements

Projects that:• Demonstrate a minimum level of 50% of actual or in-kind contribution from the applicant.• Enhance existing facilities.• Demonstrate a multi-use or shared capability across two or more user groups.• Can commence within six months of the grants being made available and completed within

twelve months of notification.

Examples of eligible projects:• Improvements to infrastructure which may include painting, repairing floors, re-wiring

buildings or improvements to mobility access.• Upgrade of infrastructure eg. toilets, air-conditioning.

Please note:

• Projects should be accurately costed with quotes and be accompanied by relevant plans, approvals and risk assessments for all works involved.

Examples of items not eligible for funding:• Purchase of appliances and items that are not a fixture in the building.• Ongoing maintenance• Facilities for one off events.

For more information regarding risk management requirements for your project, contact Luke Fitzgerald on 1300 292 442 grant officer for this category.

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Arts, Culture & Creative IndustriesThe aim of the Arts, Culture & Creative Industries category is to provide financial assistance for projects and services that address the following objective identified in Wagga View – Our Future in Focus’ Community Strategic Plan 2040.

Wagga View Objective: We are proud of where we live and our identity

Wagga View Objective: We are a hub for activity

Wagga View Objective: We create a sustainable environment for future generations

Grant officersCultural Officer

Grant amountMinimum: $1000 | Maximum: $5000

Category eligibility requirementsThe Arts, Culture and Creative Industries grants provides support to artists, cultural organisations & creative industries to develop and deliver a diverse range of arts and creative projects and programs across the local government area.

Additional support materials are required• Applicants must attach examples of previous work e.g. images or video of artworks or

previous arts/cultural projects or workshops; links to website demonstrating previous works; resumes of visiting artists.

• Projects must demonstrate an in-kind contribution ie monetary or materials from the applicant.

Examples of eligible projects• Skills development workshops eg. visiting artists or free public workshops.• Development of new artworks, exhibitions and performances that have public outcomes. • Projects that grow industry pathways and opportunities for emerging artists and creative

workers. • Projects that enhance the sustainability of creative industries (eg. Film, TV production,

animation, photography, design) and that support and connect Wagga Wagga’s creative industries.

Category Information

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Local Heritage The aim of the Local Heritage category is to provide financial assistance for projects and services that address the following objectives identified in Wagga View – Our Future in Focus’ Community Strategic Plan 2040.

Wagga View Objective: We are proud of where we live and our identity

Wagga View Objective: We value our heritage

Grant officerEmma Molloy

Grant amountMinimum: $500 | Maximum: $10,000

As a minimum, applicants must contribute at least 50% of total project costs.

Category eligibility requirementsAs a guide, local heritage grant funded projects may include (and not be limited to):

• Conservation works and maintenance works projects• Adaptive reuse projects• Interpretation projects

Generally funding will not be provided for:• New buildings or works• Routine maintenance• Purchase of heritage buildings• Relocation of buildings or work to relocated buildings

Priority funding for 2020/2021 will be put towards: Rural Heritage

Examples of eligible projects• Reinstatement of original features to a heritage item. • Repainting and/or works to a heritage item. Only works that reinstate the heritage colors of a

building will be considered.• Repair works to a heritage item

Please note:

• Applicants must contribute a minimum of 50% of total project costs.• All projects should be discussed with the grant officer for this category.• Projects requesting retrospective funding for monies that have already been spent or works

completed will not be considered for funding.

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EventsEvents bring people together, contribute to wellbeing, strengthen our cultural identity and make the city a more vibrant place to live.

The aim of the Events category is to provide financial assistance for events that address the following objective identified in Wagga View – Our Future in Focus’ Community Strategic Plan 2040.

Wagga View Objective: We have opportunities to connect with others

Wagga View Objective: We are a tourist destination

Grant officerSally Manning

Grant amountMinimum: $500 | Maximum: $7500

Category eligibility requirementsFunds must be used to establish a new event or grow an existing event held within the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area between 1 September 2020 and 31 August 2021*.

*Due to the timing of funding announcements (mid - August 2020), applications for events that occur between 1 July and 31 August will need to apply for funding for their 2021 event as grant funding cannot be retrospective, noting all grant funding acquittal for prior year’s funding must have been submitted prior to a new application.

Priority will be given to events that:

• Contribute to the community’s wellbeing and cohesiveness.• Support innovation, entrepreneurial energy and capability.• Gain positive citywide coverage for the event and the city.• Support local businesses through the delivery of the event.• Demonstrate potential for the event to continue and develop in future years.

Examples of eligible projects• An organisation seeking $3,000 to promote their new event through.• $300 on targeted Facebook advertising.• $1000 dedicated to market research i.e. surveys. • $1000 print advertisement and editorial in niche magazine.• $700 graphic design.

Please note:• Funding will not be granted towards the purchase of major capital items, or the payment of

Council bonds for venue use.• Where events have been funded for three consecutive years, events that demonstrate well

defined objectives, growth strategies and broad appeal can apply for a further three consecutive year’s funding.

• Council must be acknowledged for their support by inclusion of Council’s logo on printed and digital material, as well as, acknowledging Council’s contribution in any public launches, speeches or media releases.

• Applicants must declare any fundraising occurring as a result of the event taking place. Applicants will need to declare beneficiaries the funds will be put towards and the estimated amount.

Category Information

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Natural EnvironmentThe aim of the Natural Environment category is to provide financial assistance for projects and services that address the following objectives identified in Wagga View – Our Future in Focus’ Community Strategic Plan 2040.

Wagga View Objective: We protect and enhance our natural areas

Wagga View Objective: We create a sustainable environment for future generations

Grant officerCarly Hood

Grant amountMinimum: $500 | Maximum: $3000

Category eligibility requirements• Projects must be conducted on community or educational land.• Projects cannot fund activities that are the responsibility of another organisation.• Projects cannot be part of a fundraising event or a devolved grant program.

Preference will be given to events that:• Clearly demonstrate how they will have a positive impact on the environmental issue they are

addressing.• Engage the community in environmental initiatives.• Demonstrate a matching actual or in-kind contribution by the applicant.

Examples of eligible projects:• Projects that restore or rehabilitate natural areas through weed removal and/or revegetation.• Projects that conserve or improve water quality.• Projects to clean up litter or dumped rubbish.• Projects that reduce energy use or carbon emissions.• Community education and learning programs.

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Youth Led InitiativesYouth Led Initiatives is a category for young people to develop and lead their own youth focused projects in the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area.

Wagga View Objective: We have opportunities to connect with others

Wagga View Objective: We are a Hub for Activity

Grant officerVanessa Jennings

Grant amountMinimum: $500 | Maximum: $3000

Category eligibility requirements• Youth is defined as a person 12-24 years of age.• Youth are involved from concept to delivery and are the key drivers of the project.• The project is led by youth with support from an organisation.

Examples of eligible projects:• New events featuring music, art or performance events featuring young people.• Projects creating awareness of issues affecting young people.• Projects that encourages a range of young people to get involved in their local community.

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Small Business The purpose of the Small Business grant is to provide local businesses with the financial assistance they need in order to accelerate their business idea or economic growth opportunity.

Wagga View Objective: We attract and support local businesses

Grant officer Dominic Kennedy

Grant amountMinimum: $1000 | Maximum: $10,000

Category eligibility requirements Projects that:

• Demonstrate a minimum level of 50% of actual or in-kind contribution.• Are located in the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area.

Category Priorities:• Expansion of business.• Improved customer experience.• Innovative idea implementation.

Examples of eligible projects:• Purchasing new equipment to expand production capabilities.• Implementing a new customer service tool that improves engagement with your clients.• Improved shop front, foot path dining, or product display feature.• Implementation of innovative idea/process in new or existing business.

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