Macedon Ranges council has increased the funding cap of its small project grants to $3000 per grant, following a review of the program.
Council voted to adopt the new funding cap and guidelines on June 28, with a further change to the processing timelines and assessment criteria.
Deputy mayor Jennifer Anderson said it is wonderful to see the review take place and to have the funding available for the community.
“I would encourage the community to look at the applications there and to consider applying because it is a great opportunity for those smaller projects,” Cr Anderson said.
“It may not seem like a lot of money but we know our community can go a long way with a small amount of money from us and the assistance of our offices and staff.
“Get in early to discuss your project with staff to see what information is required, what you can do to assist with the application.”
The changes include; doubling the funding from $1500 to $3000, removing infrastructure projects from being funded through this program, increasing available process time, and using a weighted assessment criteria.
Cr Anderson said she thinks “there’s much more transparency around the criteria [and] it’s much easier for people to read.”
Details: mrsc.vic.gov.au/grants
Zoe Moffatt
