Community Action Grants - Now Open!
Applications for Round One of Hindmarsh Shire Council's Community Action Grants Program are now open!
The Community Action Grants Program was established in 2013 to support communities with funds to assist with community development, social action and connectedness. Council has allocated $20,000 towards the 2025/2026 Community Action Grants Program which is categorised into three key areas:
- Community Assistance – up to $1,000
- Events Sponsorship – up to $500
- Small Equipment – up to $1,000
The Community Action Grant has supported a range of valuable projects across Hindmarsh Shire, all aimed at strengthening and enriching the community. The grant has assisted with the purchase of essential equipment such as laptops, mowers, and fridges, as well as supporting hall and movie hire, and contributing to the cost of basketball uniforms to ease financial pressure on players and their families. It has also helped fund community events, including functions and entertainment. Agricultural and Pastoral Societies in Nhill and Jeparit have used the grant to hire entertainers and face painters, providing free activities for locals during their annual shows. With initiatives like these, the opportunities to build a thriving, connected community are endless.
BEFORE YOU APPLY
Please read the Community Action Grants Guidelines
Community Action Grant Guidelines(PDF, 599KB)
Other documents for downloading
Community Action Grant Application Form(PDF, 481KB)
Risk Management Plan(PDF, 369KB)
APPLY HERE
Applications close: 5:00pm Thursday 04 September 2025
If you do not submit your application via the online form, applications can be submitted to the Community Wellbeing Team via the following methods:
If you require any further assistance with your application or have any questions, please contact the Community Wellbeing Team on (03) 5391 4444 or via email to community@hindmarsh.vic.gov.au.
Jeparit Show
Jeparit Agricultural and Pastoral Society Inc. had free activities and entertainment during the Jeparit Annual Agricultural Show.
Rainbow Mural Flyer
Rainbow Learning Group and Neighbourhood House Inc. reviewed, updated and reprinted 1200 Rainbow Murals brochures.
Safety Vest
Nhill Agricultural and Pastoral Society Inc. received funding to purchase safety vest for their event.
Dimboola Hockey Club
Dimboola Hockey Club received funding to purchase junior goalkeeper equipment.
Snape Reserve
Snape Reserve Trust for Nature received funding to install 9 bust seats around Snape Reserve for walking visitors.
