Community Grants Assessment Panel nominations
At the General Council Meeting on 26 June 2024, Community Grants Assessment Panel members were endorsed by council for the upcoming two year term.
Congratulations to Catherine Galea, Ashleigh Vann, Christine Wilson, Georgina Sutton, and Lyn Brown.
What is the Community Grants Program?
The aim of the Central Highlands Regional Council’s Community Grants program provides assistance to local community groups/organisations in making positive contributions to the quality of life in the local government area.
Grants are available to:
- Develop the capacity and sustainability of organisations/groups or to develop innovative programs to meet the needs of members and the community.
- Support the acquisition or upgrading of facilities and equipment.
There are three grant categories:
- Community Assistance Grants – maximum $5,000
For organisations with a community focus. Their main objective is to provide community benefit (outside of sport and recreation activities). - Sport and Recreation Grants – maximum $5,000
For organisations where the objective is to provide organised sport and recreation activities. - Community Improvement Grants – maximum $20,000
For both community focus organisations and sport and recreation organisations with a focus on completing aspirations of the community.
Two grant rounds are run each year - Round One closing at the end of February and Round Two closing at the end of August. Applications are reviewed by the Assessment Panel, who then provide a recommendation to council for decision.
You can find more information at https://www.chrc.qld.gov.au/community-support/grants-and-funding/community-grants/
About the Assessment Panel
The Community Grants Assessment Panel is comprised of councillors, community members and staff representatives who evaluate and select applications for recommendation to council. The panel recruits up to five community members.
Assessment Panel member are required to, for each grant round:
- meet twice per year (after close of each round, March and September) over 1-2 days
- read and assess all applications
- score applications and work as a team member to make a recommendation to council on which applications should be funded
- stand for a two (2) year term (from Round 2 2024 to Round 1 2026 inclusive)
- make decisions for the betterment of the broader community and the Community Grants Program
What are the criteria for membership?
- Involvement in community life and local knowledge
- Interest in being part of the Community Grants Program Assessment Panel
How to submit your nomination
Please complete the nomination form below or submit a paper copy available at any council office or transaction centre.
