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Community development grants now open

Knox City Council has announced the Community Development Fund Program is accepting grant applications for the next financial year.

The program offers grants for not-for-profit community groups, helping support local activities and events in Knox.

There are three categories of grants available.

Category one is for general projects, programs, activities or equipment and ranges from $3000 up to $20,000.

Category two is for community festivals and events ranging up to $15,000 (for events running for at least three years).

Category three is for community group functions for a maximum of $5000.

Grants are for one-off events and are not intended for recurrent funding, except for category 2 events.

The grants aunt aim to support projects benefiting Knox residents and encourage connection and inclusion.

More information can be found at www.knox.vic.gov.au/our-council/grants/community-development-fund-grant-program

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