Community Capacity Building - March 2025

Before completing this application form, you should have read the Community Grants Program guidelines. 

Incomplete applications and/or applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Projects are expected to be delivered in 2025. You can choose to start your project at any time in 2025 but projects should be completed by the end of 2025.

This section of the application form is designed to help you, and us, understand if you are eligible for this grant. It's crucial that you complete these questions to ensure you do not waste your time applying for an unsuitable grant.

If you have any questions in regards to these eligibility criteria, please contact The Grants Team on 9725 0222 or grants@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au.

I confirm that the applicant ...

• has read and understands the program guidelines 
• is able to demonstrate alignment between their project and the aims of this program
• is a not-for-profit organisation, or group auspiced by an incorporated organisation for the purposes of this application. Grant definition of group: two or more persons bound by a common purpose for the benefit of the community. The applicant group may be required to demonstrate previous group activities. Evidence may include but not restricted to previous event promotion, meeting minutes or relevant material. 
• is located in Fairfield Local Government Area (LGA) or will provide services to residents within Fairfield LGA.
• is able to demonstrate financial viability 
• does not owe any reports or money to Fairfield City Council as a result of previous funding or grants
• has the appropriate type and level of insurance for the activities that are the subject of this grant

This section contains some information about the Community Capacity Building Grants. Make sure your project will fit the scope of this funding. 

These grants are designed to support emerging needs within our community and projects that facilitate and build community connections and capacity. It’s the best program to choose to seek funding for a general community project and is the place to fund a pilot or develop an innovative solution.

Activity type

• Projects addressing social disadvantage and inclusion
• Building community connections and capacity
• Facilitating education/employment opportunities
• Encourage community participation in the development and delivery of projects and activities

Total amount of grant sought must not exceed $4,000. 

The applicant must:

1. comply with all relevant legislation relating to the employment or engagement of Child-Related Personnel in relation to the services, including all necessary Working With Children Checks however described; and
2. ensure that Working With Children Checks obtained in accordance with this clause remain current and that all Child-Related Personnel continue to comply with all relevant legislation for the duration of their involvement in the services