Central Murray Area Consultative Committee

Central Murray ACC
83B Nish Street
Echuca VIC, 3564
P 03 5480 2353

Echuca Moama Community Enterprise Grants Program
Echuca Moama Community Enterprise in partnership with the Bendigo Bank Echuca Branch and Bendigo Community Telco is generating income to be distributed throughout the greater Echuca-Moama community.

Not-for-profit community organisations may apply for funding of up to $3,000 in the first round.
Applications for the Small Community Grants Program close on Friday 28 November 2008.
To download the guidelines and application form click here.

National Rural and Remote Health Infrastructure Program
The National Rural and Remote Health Infrastructure Program (NRRHIP) aims to improve access to health services by providing funding to rural and remote communities where the lack of infrastructure is a barrier to the establishment of new, or the enhancement of existing health services.

Local Government, Division of General Practice, Private Practitioners, Allied Health Professionals and Rural Private Hospitals may apply for funding of up to $500,000 in the second round.
Applications for the National Rural and Remote Health Infrastructure Program close 2pm on Friday 19 December 2008.
For more information click here.

Small Grants for Small Rural Communities
The Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal is offering small grants of up to $5,000 to not-for-profit organisations for projects in rural and remote communities. Preference will be given to projects that support drought affected areas, community infrastructure, assist with the resettlement of migrants and retention of youth in rural and remote regions.

Not-for-profit organisations may apply for funding of up to $5,000.
Applications for the Small Grants for Small Rural Communities Program closes on Tuesday 31st March 2009.
To download the guidelines and application form click here.

Victorian Volunteer Small Grants
The Department of Planning and Community Development is offering small grants to Victorian organisations to assist with attracting new volunteers, creating new volunteering opportunities and strengthening existing volunteering programs.

Victorian not-for-profit organisations are eligible to apply for funding up to $5,000.
The Victorian Volunteer Small Grants Program is open on an ongoing basis.
For more information click here.

Grant Websites

GrantsLINK
GrantsLINK provides information in regards to funding available under a variety of grant programs for individuals, businesses and communities to help develop solutions to local and national problems, fund ideas and initiatives or provide assistance in times of hardship.

Department of Planning & Community Development Grant Finder
The DPCD Grants Finder is a fast and easy way to find grants that you or your organisation may be eligible to apply for. The site provides a Grants Matrix and links to grant guidelines, additional information and the application forms.

Community Builders NSW
Community Builders NSW provides information about NSW government funding programs as well as selected federal and local government, institutions, philanthropic trusts and company programs. The site also has information about awards, scholarships, sources of support, submission writing and fundraising.

Philanthropy Australia
Philanthropy Australia is a not-for-profit membership organisation which represents trusts, foundations, families and individuals. The site provides information for individuals, organisations and businesses seeking funding.

Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal
The Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR) operates by attracting cash and in-kind support from businesses, trusts, foundations, individuals and communities. These donations are then distributed through a number of programs as grants for the benefit of rural and regional Australia.

Our Community
The Our Community site provides information for community groups, government/council, individuals and businesses about finding and managing grants. The Community Funding Centre allows you to search grants and programs by state or by area of interest.

Department of Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts
The Australian Government Department of Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts develops and implements national policy, programs and legislation to protect and conserve Australia's environment and heritage and to promote Australian arts and culture. Programs.

AusIndustry
AusIndustry is the Australian Government's agency for delivering products, services and information that support innovation, industry, science and research.

Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry current has Grants and Assistance Packages available in the following areas: Agriculture and Rural Australia; Food; New Industries; Fisheries; Forestry; and Natural Resources.