An organisation’s record in meeting its obligations will be considered when assessing any future grant application. In some circumstances, organisations may for funding if their grant has been withdrawn. Please discuss this with Fund staff. Information for Sponsors An incorporated association or other not-for-profit legally constituted body must take responsibility for the project. This means that if an unincorporated body wishes to apply for funding, it must have a sponsor to auspice the project. Applicants and sponsors must both meet the organisation eligibility requirements on page 5 eg they must be not-for-profit, with no overdue Fund reporting requirements. If the grant is awarded, the sponsor agrees to accept legal and financial responsibility for the project. In particular, the sponsor will ensure: the is used only for the purpose in which it was provided, and for the specific items listed in the deed; the project is completed within the agreed timeframe; prior written approval from the Fund is sought if changes to the project, budget or timeframe are required; and reporting obligations are completed by the due date, including an audit report where applicable. Letter from the sponsor Sponsors are required to include a signed copy of the letter at Attachment A on their official letterhead. deed The grant deed will be made with the sponsor. The Tasmanian Community Fund will also request the applicant sign the deed to help ensure that they are also miliar with the obligations. Grant payment The grant is paid to the sponsor, not the applicant. Please ensure the applicant and sponsors have come to an arrangement about the process for paying the costs of the project. Some sponsors may choose to forward the grant funds directly to the applicant; others may wish to hold the funds and reimburse funds on production of invoices. This is a matter between the sponsor and applicant. Grant acquittals The project sponsor is ultimately responsible for ensuring reporting requirements have been met. What you can expect from the Tasmanian Community Fund
An organisation’s record in meeting its obligations will be considered when assessing any future grant application. In some circumstances, organisations may for funding if their grant has been withdrawn. Please discuss this with Fund staff. Information for Sponsors An incorporated association or other not-for-profit legally constituted body must take responsibility for the project. This means that if an unincorporated body wishes to apply for funding, it must have a sponsor to auspice the project. Applicants and sponsors must both meet the organisation eligibility requirements on page 5 eg they must be not-for-profit, with no overdue Fund reporting requirements. If the grant is awarded, the sponsor agrees to accept legal and financial responsibility for the project. In particular, the sponsor will ensure: the is used only for the purpose in which it was provided, and for the specific items listed in the deed; the project is completed within the agreed timeframe; prior written approval from the Fund is sought if changes to the project, budget or timeframe are required; and reporting obligations are completed by the due date, including an audit report where applicable. Letter from the sponsor Sponsors are required to include a signed copy of the letter at Attachment A on their official letterhead. deed The grant deed will be made with the sponsor. The Tasmanian Community Fund will also request the applicant sign the deed to help ensure that they are also miliar with the obligations. Grant payment The grant is paid to the sponsor, not the applicant. Please ensure the applicant and sponsors have come to an arrangement about the process for paying the costs of the project. Some sponsors may choose to forward the grant funds directly to the applicant; others may wish to hold the funds and reimburse funds on production of invoices. This is a matter between the sponsor and applicant. Grant acquittals The project sponsor is ultimately responsible for ensuring reporting requirements have been met. What you can expect from the Tasmanian Community Fund
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