Grants and funding

As part of Grow and Prosper Corangamite, Council has consolidated its approach to economic and community development, inclusive of arts, culture, tourism and the circular economy.

The new Grow and Prosper Framework 2023-2033 outlines new programs, including the Business Assistance Scheme.

The scheme enables Council to support local businesses, big or small, community enterprises, creative industries and new businesses looking to establish in the municipality.

Read more about the scheme here.

The DWSCP aims to provide a financial incentive for the development of new housing in the Shire on lots in township areas that are not serviced by a reticulated sewage system. Open now.

Program Brochure(PDF, 243KB)

The Facility Design Grants Program offers grants to help sporting clubs pay for schematic designs to redevelop their facilities, or to plan new ones.

The Ready Now Grants program provides grants of up to $500 to eligible community groups to fund projects that benefit the Corangamite Shire communities.

 Applications can be made at any time.

The Community Grants Program supports community organisations wishing to present quality, innovative Shire-based activities, which enhance the social, cultural, environmental and economic development of the community.

TheEnabling Grants Programprovides ‘one off’ financial assistance to community groups to develop ‘shovel-ready’ projects which are properly planned and costed, and for which project funding can then be sought.

TheEnvironment Support Grantsprovide financial assistance to incorporated community groups, organisations and individuals to undertake environmental and sustainability projects on public and private land within Corangamite Shire.

TheEvents and Festivals Grant Programoffers funding and/or in-kind support for events and festivals. Events and festivals are an integral part of our community that bring significant benefits to the region by adding to the vitality of the Shire, providing community connection, place activation and grow the visitor economy.

TheFacility Grants programprovides financial assistance to Committees of Management and Clubs/Organisations whose primary function is located in the Shire. It is expected that applications will be submitted for equipment purchases, minor repairs and minor works.

TheBerrybank Wind Farm Leverage Grants Programprovides financial assistance to local community groups and individuals operating within 75 kilometres of Berrybank Wind Farm to deliver larger beneficial community projects.

TheBerrybank Wind Farm Project Grants Programprovides financial assistance to local community groups and individuals who support local community projects that operate within 75 kilometres of the Berrybank Wind Farm.