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Community Grants and Funding

Explore funding opportunities in Benalla Rural City, including Quick Response Grants, Community Grants, and Major Event Funding.

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Quick Response and Community Grants Guidelines
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Benalla Rural City Council is committed to supporting our community by providing a wide range of funding opportunities. Through these grants, we aim to foster inclusion, connection, and development across the region. Explore the different types of grants below to find the right support for your project or event.

Quick Response Grants

Need swift support for your event or project? Quick Response Grants offer funding of up to $500 for eligible activities. Applications are reviewed monthly, so plan ahead to allow plenty of processing time.

Key Information:

Apply for a Quick Response Grant

Community Grants 

While applications for 2024 are now closed, Community Grants offer up to $2,500 for projects that benefit Benalla Rural City residents by fostering healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities.

Stay updated for future opportunities and prepare your applications ahead of time using the Quick Response and Community Grants Guidelines.

Major Event Funding

Planning a significant event? Major Event Funding offers up to $2,000 annually to support eligible events.

Key Information:

Apply for Major Event Funding

For more information contact Council’s Events Team on 03 5760 2600.

Discover More Funding Opportunities

Looking for additional funding options? The Benalla Funding Finder connects community groups, businesses, not-for-profits, and individuals to over 1,400 funding opportunities. Explore more today!

Access the Funding Finder: Benalla Funding Finder

Benalla Rural City Council partners with GrantGuru to provide this resource and make funding more accessible.

Need Assistance?

For further information or help with your application, contact the Community Development team on 03 5760 2600.

Together, we can build a stronger, more connected community.

Social Connection Grants

Social Connection Grants of up to $1,500 are available to local community groups and organisations planning events or activities that promote connection and inclusion.

Key Information:

Apply now to create opportunities for our community to come together.

Apply for a Social Connection Grant

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