The purpose of the fund is to encourage and support community initiatives that respond to local needs, enhance community well-being and quality of life and are of benefit to our residents.

It is aimed at providing non-for-profit organisations, community and sporting groups based in the Council area with the opportunity to obtain funds for projects or events which cannot easily be obtained from other sources.

Projects must demonstrate their ability to benefit the wider community to attend and participate.

Projects must have a clearly defined start and end date, and must be completed within 6 months, unless otherwise agreed. Acquittals must be submitted within 60 days after completion; All applicants must complete a risk assessment. Additional management documents may be required.

The following events and projects may be considered for funding (this list is not exclusive):
• Local community events/programs;
• Minor infrastructure improvements;
• New equipment that increases the ability of a group to deliver a service or program;
• Projects that develop community capacity, strength and wellbeing;
• Projects or programs that promote participation and/or opportunities to develop skills/increase memberships or volunteers.

Grant funding of up to a maximum of $4,000 is available for financial and/or in-kind assistance per application, per organisation, per year

Applications will close on Friday the 30th of August 2024, and will be assessed in September.

For more information visit Community Assistance Fund | Port Pirie Regional Council