Grants and Sponsorships

Are you interested in applying for a grant through Council's Grants and Sponsorship Program? If the answer is yes, email grants@murrindindi.vic.gov.au or give us a call on (03) 5772 0333 to:

learn more about the Program
learn tips and techniques on how to write a competitive grant application
talk to Council officers about your grant ideas and next steps

Council's Grants and Sponsorships Program continues to build on Council’s commitment to support events, activities, projects and individuals that align with Council’s objectives outlined in the Murrindindi Shire Council Plan 2021-2025.

If you want to find out more, please read through the following documents:

How to apply for a Council Grant

Applications for the Grants and Sponsorships Program are submitted through Council’s online grant management system, SmartyGrants.

Council Grant Opportunities

There are six streams of funding to support those activities which contribute to broader community wellbeing, visitation and economic development. These include Quick Response, Sponsorship, Community Projects, Local Events, Events of Major Significance and Special Purpose Grants.

Other Grant Opportunities

Grant Guru provides a comprehensive list of grant and funding opportunities, as well as tips and videos to help you find and apply for grants. Council also provides access to the Murrindindi Shire Funding Finder for all community groups, local businesses, not-for-profits and individuals.

Celebrating our Grant Recipients

Find out previous Grant and Sponsorship recipients that have been approved by Council.