New Groups Fund - 2024

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Melton City Council's New Groups Fund

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Before you begin

The New Groups Fund aims to assist the establishment of new community groups, clubs, or associations that reflect the diversity of our community and align with Council’s strategic goals.

It is important for you to read the New Groups Fund Guidelines to understand the eligibility, timelines, and other important information. You can access these Guidelines here .

The Community Grants team is here to help. Contact us to ask any questions or discuss your idea and the fund application process.    

Community Grants Team 

Data Privacy

The personal information requested on this form is being collected by Melton City Council for the purpose of processing your grant application for the Community Grants Program. The applicant may apply to Melton City Council for access or amendment of information provided. Your personal information will not be disclosed to any external party without your consent, unless required or authorised by law, but may be provided to other teams within Council’s Healthy Connected Communities Department for the purpose of community development. Should you fail to provide the information, we may be unable to process your grant application. You can contact Council at communitygrants@melton.vic.gov.au for more information.

Eligibility Check

Is your new group based within the City of Melton? * Required

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Is your new group based within the City of Melton?" on page 1

You are currently not eligible for funding. The Guidelines state that the new group must be based within the City of Melton. Please feel welcome to contact the Community Grants team to discuss on 03 9747 7247 or email communitygrants@melton.vic.gov.au.

This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

  • "Is your new group based within the City of Melton?" on page 1
Is your new group intending to be incorporated, or has the group been incorporated for less than 12 months? * Required

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Is your new group intending to be incorporated, or has the group been incorporated for less than 12 months?" on page 1

You are currently not eligible for funding. The Guidelines state that the new group must intend to be incorporated, or have been incorporated for less than 12 months prior to application submission. Please feel welcome to contact the Community Grants team to discuss on 03 9747 7247 or email communitygrants@melton.vic.gov.au.

This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

  • "Is your new group based within the City of Melton?" on page 1
  • "Is your new group intending to be incorporated, or has the group been incorporated for less than 12 months?" on page 1
Do you intend to have 80% of your new group members residing in the City of Melton? * Required

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Do you intend to have 80% of your new group members residing in the City of Melton?" on page 1

You are currently not eligible for funding. The Guidelines state that the new group must intend to have 80% of its members residing in the City of Melton. Please feel welcome to contact the Community Grants team to discuss on 03 9747 7247 or email communitygrants@melton.vic.gov.au.

This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

  • "Do you intend to have 80% of your new group members residing in the City of Melton?" on page 1
Have you previously received a payment from the New Groups Fund (formerly Establishment Grant)? * Required

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Have you previously received a payment from the New Groups Fund (formerly Establishment Grant)?" on page 1

You are currently not eligible for funding. The Guidelines state that new groups will not be considered for funding if they have previously received payment for a New Groups Fund (formerly Establishment Grant). Please feel welcome to contact the Community Grants team to discuss on 03 9747 7247 or email communitygrants@melton.vic.gov.au.

This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

  • "Have you previously received a payment from the New Groups Fund (formerly Establishment Grant)?" on page 1
Have you discussed your proposed new group with the New Community Groups Council Officer? * Required

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Have you discussed your proposed new group with the New Community Groups Council Officer?" on page 1

You are currently not eligible for funding. The Guidelines state that applicants must contact the New Community Groups Council Officer to discuss group objectives, plans and any support required while establishing the group. The New Community Groups Council Officer can be contacted via phone on (03) 9747 7127 or email communitytraining@melton.vic.gov.au. 

This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

  • "Have you discussed your proposed new group with the New Community Groups Council Officer?" on page 1
Is your new group related to harmful industries, such as alcohol, tobacco, or gambling? * Required

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Is your new group related to harmful industries, such as alcohol, tobacco, or gambling?" on page 1

You are currently not eligible for funding. The Guidelines state that new groups will not be considered for funding if they are related to harmful industries, such as alcohol, tobacco, or gambling. Please feel welcome to contact the Community Grants team to discuss on 03 9747 7247 or email communitygrants@melton.vic.gov.au.

This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

  • "Is your new group related to harmful industries, such as alcohol, tobacco, or gambling?" on page 1
Is your new group involved in political activities, or activities of a discriminatory, sexist, racist, disrespectful, illegal, or unsafe nature?

This section is not applicable because of your response to question: "Is your new group involved in political activities, or activities of a discriminatory, sexist, racist, disrespectful, illegal, or unsafe nature?" on page 1

You are currently not eligible for funding. The Guidelines state that the new group will not be considered for funding if they are involved in political activities or activities of a discriminatory, sexist, racist, disrespectful, illegal, or unsafe nature. Please feel welcome to contact the Community Grants team to discuss on 03 9747 7247 or email communitygrants@melton.vic.gov.au.

This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

  • "Is your new group involved in political activities, or activities of a discriminatory, sexist, racist, disrespectful, illegal, or unsafe nature?" on page 1
Funding will not be provided for items or services already purchased. * Required
Response required.
Clear the selected value for Funding will not be provided for items or services already purchased.

This section is not applicable because of your response to questions:

  • "Funding will not be provided for items or services already purchased." on page 1

Funding will only be provided for the following:

  • Certificate of Incorporation
  • Governing Body Registration
  • Branding, marketing and promotion
  • Venue Hire for up to 12 months
  • Operational items (eg. equipment and stationary)
  • Public Liability Insurance
  * Required
Response required.
Clear the selected value