Community Grants
Our grants programs are available to:
- assist community organisations to establish, extend and improve programs and services that address local needs;
- encourage voluntary activity, community participation and the contribution of local groups and organisations to community life;
- promote community development and partnership opportunities to address community needs.
Council Elections
The Council election period runs from 17 September to 26 October, 2024. During this period, no grants will be awarded.
Grants Programs
- Quick Response Grants, various streams of funding offering targeted opportunities year round.
- The Annual Community Grants program, open for applications annually between April-May.
How are submissions evaluated?
Grants will be considered for initiatives by eligible community groups that meet the objectives of the Bayside Council Grants Policy. Applications are evaluated and assessed against the criteria contained in the individual grant program guidelines.
Do you have a question about making a submission?
All applying organisations are encouraged to discuss their project idea with Bayside's Community and Social Planner, please email grants@bayside.vic.gov.au
Do you require assistance with an online application?
If you have any online application issues please refer to the help guide and the applicant frequently asked questions. If further assistance is required contact the SmartyGrants Help Desk on (03) 9320 6888 or email service@smartygrants.com.au.
Successful Grant recipients 2023/24
The 2023-24 listing of successful Annual Community Grant recipients.
Successful Quick Response Grant recipients 2023/04
The 2023-24 listing of successful Quick Response Grant recipients.
Want to find other grant opportunities?
You can search on the Grants Victoria website for all current grant opportunities.
