Important information

Name: Community Grants

Round opens: 3 February 2025

Round closes: 14 March 2025 at 5:00pm

Frequency: Annually

Amount: $1,000 to $5,000 (we may not allocate the full amount you request)

Notification: Applicants are notified of the outcome of their application in June 2025. 

What is a community grant?

A community grant is funding to support local groups and organisations for projects, programs and events that benefit the local community.

The City of Casey gives community grants of up to $5,000. These grants are for activities that are held in the City of Casey or for Casey residents.

Who can apply for this community grant?

To apply for this grant, your group must:

• be a registered (incorporated) not-for-profit club or community group. If your group is not incorporated, you will need an Auspice organisation (see the Auspice section below).
• meet or hold activities in the City of Casey or provide services to the Casey community.
• have public liability insurance of $20 million or more.

Who can’t apply for this community grant?

The following groups can not apply:

• Individuals and sole traders (including those with an auspice)
• Government agencies at local, state or federal level
• Businesses
• Political parties or groups
• Schools and Council managed kindergartens
• Groups that have already put in an application for this grant

If you need help or more information

Our Grants Officers are available to answer questions about how to apply and the grant criteria.

You can contact them on 9705 5200 or communitygrants@casey.vic.gov.au

If you need an interpreter, call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) on 131 450 then ask for 9705 5200.

Please contact us as early as possible if you do need help to get your application in on time. We will not accept late applications for any reason, including internet or computer issues.