Muswellbrook Shire Council is slashing red tape around community funding, with a fresh approach including an online grant application tool.
The new process, accessible at muswellbrook.nsw.gov.au, streamlines applying for a grant for a non-profit project, unlocking support for people making a difference in the Muswellbrook community.
Muswellbrook councillors endorsed the new Grants Policy at the February ordinary meeting, paving the way for Council to upgrade its support for local initiatives.
Mayor, Jeff Drayton said the new approach is designed to make applying for a Council community grant less daunting for everyone.
“Over the years Muswellbrook Shire Council has proudly funded many projects, with recipients including from sporting clubs and volunteer groups,” Cr Drayton said.
“We’re helping our community by making funding easier to navigate. This new approach will help these groups focus on what matters – delivering benefits for the people of Muswellbrook.”
In 2024, Muswellbrook Shire Council awarded $75,000 in community grant funding, including:
- Muswellbrook Junior Rugby League, for the League Ability program making sport accessible to kids with disabilities.
- Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service, for the Sandy Hollow Charity Bush Horse Ride.
- Rotary Club of Muswellbrook, for the Science and Engineering Challenge.
For more information visit: muswellbrook.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-sponsorship-programs.
