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LCC Community Grants

Organisation

Latrobe City Council

Description

Latrobe City Council has a proud history of working in partnership with the community to meet local needs. One of the ways Latrobe City Council supports community groups is through the Community Grants program, which delivers funding for projects that:

  • Reflect our community’s priorities and vision as set out in the Council Plan and Living Well Latrobe – Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing Plan;
  • Strengthen communities and provide opportunities for enhanced participation in public life and community groups;
  • Provide benefits to the local community;
  • Improve accessibility or inclusion for priority groups as per the Municipal Public Health and Wellbeing plan;
  • Provide health, wellbeing and safety to the community; and Contribute to the social, cultural, environmental and economic development of our community

The Community Grants program represents a significant contribution by Latrobe City Council to local projects. Grant funding is a way of acknowledging the contribution that individuals and groups make to the Latrobe City community life.

Community grant funding supports projects, events, and improvements to facilities that address the recreational, social, and cultural needs of the Latrobe City community, enhancing municipal development.

Limited funds are available through a competitive process, with applications determined according to funding criteria and merit. Applicants must apply through the correct stream and follow the Community Grant Program Guidelines. Submission of an application is not a guarantee of success.

Available Grants:

  • Capital Works -Minor
  • Capital Works – Major
  • Community Wellbeing Grant
  • Community Events – Minor
  • Community Events – Major
  • Community Essentials- Quick Response Grant

Other Grants available:

  • DREAM Individual Support Grant
  • Participation Sponsorship
  • Biodiversity on Rural Land Grant
  • Economic Development Sponsorship grant – Minor
  • Economic Development Sponsorship grant – Major
  • Weed Control Grant

How to apply

All grant applications must be completed online.

When you complete an application form you will be asked to sign up for a Latrobe City Council Grants Account. This grant account will be used to send you reminders, and allow you to complete your applications, funding agreement and acquittal forms.

If you have applied for a community grant online with us in the past, you are able to access your account by visiting the Latrobe City Smarty Grants Portal.

You can to view all previous and current forms started or submitted at any time. Login and select ‘My Submissions’.

Applications close

08/08/2025

Contact details

Latrobe City Council

Senior Grants Officer