Community Assistance Program - Grants
The George Town Council is committed to supporting community organisations and individuals who contribute to building a vibrant and active community.
Council provides financial support through grants in three streams:
- Assistance to Individuals under 25 - up to $1,000 to participate in a national or international event.
- Council Fee Remissions - up to $500 to assist organisations to offset the cost of Council fees.
- Community Grants - Available up to the amount of $2,000 for Community Organisations.
The guidelines explain who can apply, the types of grants available and the Community Assistance application process.
The amount of funding available in any one year is determined by Council in its budget estimates in June/July each year.
Council can assist with the application process. If you would like assistance or need clarification about the process please contact Council:
Phone: (03) 6382 8800
Email: council@georgetown.tas.gov.au
In person: 16-18 Anne Street, George Town
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GRANT CATEGORY |
GRANT AMOUNT |
APPLICATION DATES |
GUIDELINES |
APPLICATION FORM |
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Assistance to Individuals |
Up to $250 for Tasmanian Events Up to $500 for interstate events Up to $1,000 for international events |
Available All Year |
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Council Fee Remission |
Up to $500 |
Available All Year |
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Community Grant |
Up to $2,000 |
ROUND 1 - 2022/23 closed Please note: |
From GTC Community Assitance Policy
Council’s annual Community Assistance Program is a strategic tool aimed at capacity building, supporting innovation and addressing community need in line with the Council’s vision.
This Policy provides an equitable, efficient, transparent and sustainable framework for the allocation of Council’s Community Grants program to Incorporated Not for Profit Community Organisations in the municipality of George Town.
Please read the policy in full to determine if you or your organisation are eligible to apply for funding under the Community Assistance Policy. Applications that do not meet the criteria, or applications which are incomplete, will not be considered by Council.