Social Support Grants, Round 1 2026/27

This is a preview of the Social Support Grants, Round 1 2026/27 form. You will be able to start a submission when the round opens at 9:00AM 17 July 2026 (AEST)
 

Important Information

* indicates a required field.

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

If you need assistance with your application contact the Community Grants team on 9243 1664 or email communitygrants@mvcc.vic.gov.au 

Funding Objectives

The Social Support grants stream provides operational support to small volunteer-run community groups that provide opportunities for social connections and share information with the community but have limited ability to raise funds.

Who is eligible for a Social Support grant?

Not-for-profit community groups and organisations that are:

  • Incorporated or supported by an auspice, and
  • based and/or delivering services in Moonee Valley.

Confirmation of eligibility

I confirm that I have read the Social Support Grants Guidelines and my project meets the eligibility criteria * Required
Response required.
If your application is deemed ineligible, it will not proceed for assessment. To avoid an unsuccessful outcome we encourage you to contact the Community Grants team if you have any questions about eligibility.

Previous funding of Social Support grants

Each applicant is only eligible to receive one (1) grant each financial year (July - June) across all rounds and streams.

If you received a grant from Moonee Valley City Council in the current financial year, you are not eligible to apply in this round.

Has your group received a Social Support Grant in the current financial year? * Required

If you answered 'yes' your group is not eligible to receive a grant in this round.

Documents you will need to upload in this form

Towards the end of this application form will be asked to upload documents to support your application. Attachments may include:

  • Quotes for all items listed in the budget (compulsory)
  • Certificate of Incorporation for not-for-profit groups
  • Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency
  • Most recent Profit and 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)
  • Supporting documentation that may strengthen your application (e.g. business or marketing plan for businesses, letters of support, photos, maps, project plan, etc.)

How are applications assessed?

Applications are assessed competitively based on the assessment criteria outlined in the Social Support Grants Guidelines.

Summary of assessment criteria:

Need (50% weighting): Why the project is needed, important and justified.

Benefit (30% weighting): Demonstrated and measurable impact for local Moonee Valley community and intended participants, particularly target populations identified in MV2040. Use of local suppliers and collaborators.

Delivery (20% weighting): Well-planned project with skills or potential to deliver the project (relative to the scale of the project). Clear and accurate budget supported by quotes where necessary.

Support for your application

The Community Grants team can put you in touch with Council Officers from various business areas, who may be able to provide you with specialist advice for your grant project. Council business areas include:

  • Arts, Culture & Place (Festivals and Events)
  • Economic Development (Businesses)
  • Family & Children Services
  • First Peoples
  • Sports & Recreation
  • Sustainability
  • Young, Inclusive & Ageing Communities (Disability support, Community wellbeing)

If you would like to speak with any of these business areas we recommend contacting the Community Grants team on 9243 1664 or email communitygrants@mvcc.vic.gov.au before you submit your application. 

Council Officer Contact