Community participation grants aid in the delivery of effective programs that support the diverse needs and interests of the Cumberland LGA. 

Objectives:

• To aid in the delivery of effective programs that support the diverse needs and interests of the Cumberland LGA
• To enhance community participation in the development and delivery of programs
• To create positive connections between residents of Cumberland
• To further develop existing skills, knowledge, and access to opportunities for residents and organisations
• To maximise access and usage of community resources, services and facilities including equity of access for groups requiring additional assistance
• To encourage collaboration and partnerships.

Available funding

Applications can be made for up to $15,000.

Eligibility and exclusions

• Applications must be for a specific project, either the establishment of a new project or to significantly expand an existing project
• Projects must be completed within 12 months of a successful applicant receiving funding
• Applicants must be a legally registered, incorporated not-for-profit organisation with an ABN
• Unincorporated groups may be sponsored (auspiced) by incorporated not-for-profit organisations
• Projects must demonstrate that any ongoing costs or recurrent costs can be met by the organisation once grant funding has been expensed.

Applicants

• Residents of the Cumberland LGA must be the primary beneficiaries of the project.
• Applicants must be a legally registered and incorporated not-for-profit organisation (or group). 
• Unincorporated groups may be auspiced by incorporated not-for-profit organisations.
• Applicants must have a current registered Australian Business Number (ABN).
• Applicants must be currently located or delivering services in or have specialist expertise not currently available in the Cumberland Local Government Area (LGA).
• Applicants must be able to provide proof of public liability insurance (minimum of $10 million cover) and any other insurances required to deliver the project which may include professional indemnity, workers compensation or volunteer accident insurance.
• Applications must be for a specific project.
• Projects must address an identified funding priority.
• Projects must be well defined with a clear budget.
• Projects must demonstrate that any ongoing or recurrent costs can be met by the organisation once grant funding has been expended. 
• The organisation must demonstrate the capacity to manage funds and deliver the project. 
• Projects must be delivered between the dates specified for each grant round.
• All requests for funding must go through the Community

• Phone: 02 8757 9000
• Email: communitygrants@cumberland.nsw.gov.au