Support locally
Devonport City Council is pleased to support residents and local community organisations
Devonport City Council is pleased to support residents and local community organisations through the Financial Assistance Scheme, in a range of grants, donations and rate remissions, including:
- Major Grants
- Minor Grants
- In Kind Grants
- Individual Development Grants
- Community Rates Remission
- Community Donations
Major Grants
Overview | Council values engaged, resilient and inclusive communities that embrace diversity. The Community Grants Program supports organisations for one-off projects, events and activities. Grants must address specific criteria in one of the following categories:
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Maximum Value | $25,000 |
Applications Open | Twice Yearly |
Online Application form |
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Minor Grants
Overview | Council values engaged, resilient and inclusive communities that embrace diversity. The Community Grants Program supports organisations for one-off projects, events and activities.Grants must address specific criteria in one of the following categories:
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Maximum Value | $3,000 |
Applications Open | Twice Yearly |
Online Application form |
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Individual Development Grants
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Applications Open | Ongoing – assessed monthly in the first week of the month |
Online Application form |
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Community Donations
Overview | Community Donations are available to assist groups, organisations and individuals within the Devonport local government area who are not eligible for financial assistance under any other Financial Assistance category. |
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Applications Open | Ongoing – assessed monthly in the first week of the month |
Online Application form |
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Community Rates Remissions
Overview | Devonport City Council recognises the immense benefits provided to our residents and visitors by local community organisations through the provision of activities and services. Granting of a full or partial remittance of the general rate is one method of supporting and assisting local non-profit organisations to cater for and respond to the needs of Devonport residents. |
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Maximum Value | Total Rates Value |
Applications Open | 1 July – 31 August |
Online Application form |
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In Kind Assistance Only Grants
Overview | Types of in kind assistance available from Council include: • Facility/Venue Hire, • Equipment Hire, Or • Fee Waiver (Parking Permits, Scheduled Fees and Charges) – Rate Remmissions not included, In kind assistance is subject to available resources. Should a resourcing conflict arise Council activities will be given precedence. |
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Applications Open | Ongoing – assessed monthly in the first week of the month |
Online Application form |