COVID-19 Recovery Grants - 2020/21 Round 1

Submissions closed at 5:00PM 20 July 2020 (AEST).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - please read before completing the application

UPDATE ON TIMELINES:

The Moonee Valley COVID-19 Recovery Grants program has received an overwhelming response from local businesses and community groups.

As a result of a recent spike in applications received, applications will be paused from 5pm Monday 20 July, allowing any drafted applications to be submitted. These applications will be assessed in a large batch due to the volume of applications, and as such the outcomes for all applications submitted will be announced by the end of August 2020.

Following the assessment of these applications and a short evaluation, the program will resume on Monday, 10 August 2020.

We acknowledge this is an incredibly difficult time for everyone in our community. We apologise for the inconvenience caused by these changes and appreciate your patience while we navigate these difficult times together.

 

Welcome to COVID-19 Recovery Grants Program

Moonee Valley City Council is committed to supporting the community and its local businesses to adapt and bounce back through the global COVID-19 pandemic. This grants program is designed to support the adaption, continuation and recovery of our local community groups and local businesses.

We have streamlined the process to deliver quick response grants during this time, with a priority focus on addressing short term solutions that can delivered quickly.

This program offers two streams of funding for local businesses and for community groups and not-for-profit organisations. The key priorities for these funding streams are detailed within the Guidelines.

Grant Writing Support

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

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 the Community Grants Officer on 9243 1664.


Completing the application

Check the website for dates of grants information sessions to attend, these will to help you to prepare a quality 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 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 (see page 5 of the Community Funding Guidelines)
  • Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency (unless exempt – see page 20 of the Community Funding Guidelines)
  • Financial profit and loss statement (most recently available)

Businesses or Sole Traders:

  • Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency (unless exempt – see page 5 of the Community Funding Guidelines)
  • Financial profit and loss statement (most recently available)
  • Evidence of financial impact
  • Evidence of under 50 full time equivalent employees 

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.