Biannual Grants, Round 1 2025/26

This is a preview of the Biannual Grants 2025/26 Round 1 form. You will be able to start a submission when the round opens at 9:00AM 24 July 2025 (AEST)
 

Important information

Before completing this application you must read the Biannual Community Grants Guidelines to check you are eligible and have all required documentation.

Please contact the Community Grants team on 9243 1664 or email communitygrants@mvcc.vic.gov.au if you need help to complete this form, or wish to discuss your project.

If you have a disability and require assistance to complete this form please contact the Grants team to discuss support options. 

Applying for a Social Support grant?

Are you a volunteer-run community group or organisation seeking operational funding?  Please go to the form titled 'Social Support Grants Round 1 2025/26' which can be found on the SmartyGrants Application page. 

Documents you will need to upload to this application

Towards the end of this application form will be asked to upload documents to support your application. Please prepare these for upload by scanning or taking clear photos and save them to your desktop correctly titled so the Grants Officer can see what has been attached. 

The attachments you require will depend upon which grant stream you are applying for. You must refer to the Biannual Community Grants Guidelines to find this information.

Attachments may include:

  • Quotes for all budget items (compulsory for all applicants)
  • Certificate of Incorporation for not-for-profit groups
  • Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency 
  • Most recent Profit & Loss statement if the applicant is a business or an incorporated group
  • Letter of Support from Auspice if applicant is not incorporated or does not have an ABN
  • Permits and/or plans for works for capital works, building improvements or community events 
  • Letter from land owner for capital works
  • Supporting documentation that may strengthen your application (e.g. business or marketing plan (businesses), letters of support, photos, maps, project plan, case study, participant biographies, etc.)

How are applications assessed?

Applications are assessed competitively by the Advisory Committee based on the assessment criteria outlined in the Biannual Community Grants Guidelines.

Summary of assessment criteria:

  • Need: why the project is needed, important and justified.
  • Benefit: how the project will benefit the Moonee Valley community and intended participants.
  • Delivery: skills and experience to deliver the project and sound financial management.

Unfortunately, not all applications will be successful due to demand and a limited pool of funding available.