Welcome to COVID-19 Recovery Grants Program

Moonee Valley City Council is committed to supporting the local community, businesses and artists to adapt from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and to reconnect as a community.

This program offers three streams of funding for:

• local businesses 
• community groups and not-for-profit organisations
• artists and arts organisations

The key priorities for these funding streams are detailed within the Guidelines. Please ensure you read the Guidelines before applying.

Grant Writing Support

Please check online for an upcoming Grant Writing Online Workshop available, and register your spot through Eventbrite.

Additional training opportunities can be found on the grants page of the website.

Before completing the application:

• You must read the COVID-19 Recovery Grants Guidelines.
• Discuss any questions about your project with a relevant Council Officer or contact the Community Grants Officer on 9243 1664 or email grants@mvcc.vic.gov.au.

Completing the application

• Save regularly to avoid losing your work! You can also save and return to your application at any time prior to submission.
• Navigate the form by clicking Next Page or Previous Page or using the index list.
• Having trouble answering a question? Look below each question for hints to help you answer the question.
• A confirmation email will be sent to you once you submit your application, including a PDF copy of the application for your records.

You can also return to http://mvcc.smartygrants.com.au at any time to view a copy of your application.

After submission, no changes can be made without the assistance of the Grants Officer.

Documents you will need to complete the application

Please scan or take very clear photos of your documents to upload to the application when prompted.

Attachments required:

Organisations or community groups and individuals:

• Certificate of incorporation or evidence of other legal status; or provided by Auspice organisation along with an auspice agreement letter 
• Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency (unless deemed exempt)
• Financial profit and loss statement (most recently available)

Businesses or Sole Traders:

• Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency (unless deemed exempt)
• Financial profit and loss statement (most recently available)
• Evidence of financial impact
• Evidence of under 50 full time equivalent employees 

Artists or arts organisations:

• Evidence of residency in Moonee Valley (individual applicants) 
• Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency (unless deemed exempt)
• Evidence of arts practice 

Optional: You may also like to attach additional supporting documentation such as quotes, letter of support, photos, maps, project plan, case study, etc.

Getting help

If you have funding related questions or need assistance to complete the application, please contact the Community Grants Officer on 9243 1664 or grants@mvcc.vic.gov.au.