Boyup Brook Co-operative Community Fund
Community Grants for your Community
In 2020 the Board of the Boyup Brook Co-operative established the Boyup Brook Co-operative Community Fund with the aim of assisting local community and not for profit groups achieve certain goals that they were otherwise unable to do without funding assistance.
Who can apply?
Community Grants are available to not-for-profit groups in Boyup Brook who:
- Primarily serve the residents of Boyup Brook.
- Can demonstrate a high level of community support.
- Can demonstrate financial stability and sound project management. (For requests over $5,000, a copy of the most recent, audited financial statement or bank statements from the last 12 months must be provided with the application).
Applications are invited from not-for-profit community-managed sporting groups, welfare, education, arts/cultural, youth, seniors, children, and related groups.
What can I apply for?
Community Grants can be used for a range of purposes including:
- Capital works
- Pilot programs
- Activities
- Equipment
The project or activity must:
- Be of benefit to the local community generally.
- Meet an identified need.
- Not require commitment to ongoing funding from the Co-op.
- Not duplicate an activity already available in the local area.
How are applications approved?
All applications will be tabled and discussed at the board meeting following the close of date for applications. Those that can demonstrate a financial or in-kind contribution will be considered favourably, as will those who source funding from other sources. As the funding pool is limited, applications that demonstrate the best value for money will be prioritised, and priority will also be given to applicants who have not previously been funded.
What we look for?
- How your project relates to your organisation’s purpose
- How the idea of the project came about, its community importance and expected benefits
- Strong project research and planning
When can I apply?
Community grant applications will be open from May 1 – May 15 and October 1 – October 15. Applicants will be notified 3 weeks after applications close if their application is successful.
Acquittal Process
Successful recipients are required to submit a completed Acquittal Report within 60 days of project completion. (Further details can be found in the application form.)
Application forms are available for download below or hard copies
can be collected from the Boyup Brook Co-operative.
For more information please email Emma Fortune at: emma.fortune@boyupbrookco-op.com.au