Mayoral Fund

Each year Council allocates funding to support individuals and community groups as part of the Mayoral Fund.

The Mayor decides how to allocate the funding and this is endorsed by Council.

This year the total budget is $3,500.

How to apply

Applications for 2023 to 2024 funding closed on 19 September 2023.

Applications for next round of funding are expected to open August 2024.

Information will be published on our website or complete the online form to receive an email when applications open. 

• Applicants must be a not-for-profit entity.
• An application may not necessarily result in a donation.
• The amount of funding may not match the amount applied for.

Timeline

• August/September - Applications open.
• October - Applications assessed by the Mayor.
• Following Council Meeting - Outcome of assessment reported to Council. 
• Applicants notified of the outcome.

About Mayoral Fund

Council provides community donations under Section 356 of the Local Government Act (Act). These donations are determined at the Mayor’s discretion and reported to Council.

Mayoral Fund, also known as Section 356 donations, are advertised and a listing of successful funding applications are published in Council's annual report and website.

Contact

For more information contact the Mayor's office on phone 02 6626 7000.