Junior Council grants
Chelsea Rotary presents the annual Junior Council grants open to any community groups, not for profit organisations, schools and kindergartens within the City of Kingston.
Applications are now open for grants of up to $1,000 for programs, activities, projects, events or services supporting people with disabilities. See the guidelines below for more information.
If you have further questions, please contact Kingston Youth Services at youth.services@kingston.vic.gov.au or on 1300 369 436.
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If you prefer to apply by email, you can download and complete a Word version of the form(DOCX, 40KB) and email it to youth.services@kingston.vic.gov.au.
Please note: Kingston Youth Services will be closed from 5pm on Tuesday 24 December 2024 and will reopen on Monday 6 January 2025.
Grant guidelines
What are the Junior Council disability support grants and what can it be used for?
The Junior Council grants program is sponsored by Chelsea Rotary which allows the Junior Council to award grants to successful applicants for programs, activities, projects, events or services that support people with disabilities in the City of Kingston.
Who can apply?
- any not-for-profit community group or organisation
- any schools or kindergartens
- individuals seeking a grant for their individual need.
Who cannot apply?
- a private business
- a for-profit organisation.
What is the maximum amount I can apply for?
The maximum amount that can be applied for is up to $1,000.
What is the assessment criteria?
The following criteria will be used to assess applications:
- Is the applicant eligible to apply for a grant?
- Does the proposed program/activity/project/event/service show clear benefit to supporting individuals or those with a disability within the City of Kingston?
- Has the applicant demonstrated a clear need for funds?
The Junior Council will consider all applications received to ensure eligibility and will make decisions regarding grant allocations at a formal Council meeting in January 2025.
When do Junior Council grant close?
Applications must be submitted by 17 January 2025.
What happens if my application is approved?
All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their applications. Successful applicants will be invited to receive funding at Chelsea Rotary meeting in February 2025.