What is the City of Whittlesea Community Development Grants Program (CDGP)? The City of Whittlesea Community Development Grants Program (CDGP) provides funding of up to $5,000 to groups and organisations to assist in creating vibrant self-sustaining communities together. The program is open to a broad range of community groups including cultural, environmental, special interest, recreational groups, sporting clubs and community agencies provided they are not-for-profit and directly benefit residents of the City of Whittlesea. The goals of the CDGP are to: Build people’s skills and knowledge Create opportunities for community participation and connections Address locally identified priorities Grants are offered in two rounds per year. Opening and closing dates for each year are listed on the website. Grant categories Applicants must nominate one of the following categories for their project. Equity, Access and Inclusion Projects that contribute to accessible and inclusive communities, allow people to connect with the services they need, and seek to break down barriers to participation (for example, projects to support people with disabilities, gender equity and for those who are isolated and disadvantaged). Families, Children and Young People Projects that support families through all of life’s stages and that enhance the health, social connection and development of families, children and young people in community life. Environment and Sustainable Living Projects that educate and benefit the environment, engage the community in environmental sustainability and conservation, and use innovation to become more sustainable. Health and Wellbeing Projects and activities that promote healthy communities and encourage a sense of wellbeing and belonging across all ages, abilities, and cultural backgrounds. Projects that take a prevention approach to health issues and promote safe spaces where harm from violence, alcohol and drugs is addressed.
What is the City of Whittlesea Community Development Grants Program (CDGP)? The City of Whittlesea Community Development Grants Program (CDGP) provides funding of up to $5,000 to groups and organisations to assist in creating vibrant self-sustaining communities together. The program is open to a broad range of community groups including cultural, environmental, special interest, recreational groups, sporting clubs and community agencies provided they are not-for-profit and directly benefit residents of the City of Whittlesea. The goals of the CDGP are to: Build people’s skills and knowledge Create opportunities for community participation and connections Address locally identified priorities Grants are offered in two rounds per year. Opening and closing dates for each year are listed on the website. Grant categories Applicants must nominate one of the following categories for their project. Equity, Access and Inclusion Projects that contribute to accessible and inclusive communities, allow people to connect with the services they need, and seek to break down barriers to participation (for example, projects to support people with disabilities, gender equity and for those who are isolated and disadvantaged). Families, Children and Young People Projects that support families through all of life’s stages and that enhance the health, social connection and development of families, children and young people in community life. Environment and Sustainable Living Projects that educate and benefit the environment, engage the community in environmental sustainability and conservation, and use innovation to become more sustainable. Health and Wellbeing Projects and activities that promote healthy communities and encourage a sense of wellbeing and belonging across all ages, abilities, and cultural backgrounds. Projects that take a prevention approach to health issues and promote safe spaces where harm from violence, alcohol and drugs is addressed.
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