Community Grants Advisory Desk Sessions
Learn more about Cumberland Community Grants and book a face-to-face session to discuss your project and grant application.
At this session you can discuss:
- Available streams
- Eligibility to apply
- Application processes
- Timeframes and submission periods
Book a one-on-one Session
When: During March and April 2025 various dates and time available
Where: Local Library Branches
Online Seminar
Understanding and Applying for Cumberland City Council's Community Grants - Online Seminar
Join us for a comprehensive guide on Council's Community Grants Program. This seminar is ideal for those who are new to Council's application process.
When: Thursday, 20 March 2025, from 10am to 11am.
Where: Online
Please register to receive the link.
Grant Writing Skills Development
Join us for a free Grant Writing Workshop designed to help community organisations secure funding. This workshop will provide participants with:
- A step-by-step guide to preparing successful grant applications
- Insights into both public and private sector grants
- Practical tips on budgeting and navigating grant jargon
- Expert advice on project planning, strategy, and sustainability
- A chance to ask questions and get feedback from the facilitator
Suitable for community groups and non-profits looking to enhance their grant writing skills.
When: Monday, 31 March 2025, from 5pm to 7pm
Where: The Granville Centre (The Meeting Place Room) - 1 Memorial Drive Granville, NSW 2142
Bookings are essential!
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Resources
Project planning tools
A project work plan is a great way for you to develop a project idea and assists us with the assessment of your funding application.
A project plan allows you to list all the tasks and activities you will need to do in order to deliver your project and demonstrates to assessors the level of planning you have undertaken. You can create your own project plan or use the below tools:
Budget
Other community training opportunities
Inviting a Councillor to your event
If you have received funding from the Cumberland Community Grants Program you can invite the Mayor and Councillors to your project event or activity.
Simply complete the fillable Inviting a Council Official form and email it to council@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
Be sure to specify:
- the name of the project that you received funding for, to which the event or activity relates to
- if you wish a Councillor to speak at your event or activity.
Due to very full schedules, there is no guarantee that Councillors will be available to attend your event, however, we will notify you by your RSVP date which Councillors are available to attend.
How to become an Incorporated Group
Are you and your community members looking to formalise your group to access more funding opportunities? Consider becoming an incorporated nonprofit!
Incorporation provides your community group or association with legal recognition as an entity separate from its members. This status offers protection against personal liability for the group’s debts or obligations. Additionally, as an incorporated nonprofit, your group must comply with relevant legislation and cannot distribute profits, ensuring that all resources are dedicated to your community’s goals.
To find out more about becoming an Incorporated entity visit Fair Trading NSW.
Contact us
For further information, contact Cumberland City Council’s Grant Officer, by phone on 8757 9000 or email communitygrants@cumberland.nsw.gov.au