The Community Grant program supports and empowers community groups and organisations to deliver programs and activities for our community in Manningham.
We are committed to developing and fostering partnerships with not-for-profit groups and organisations whose work enriches the municipality and is consistent with our vision.
These grants are designed to help property owners with land care education, land stewardship, pest and animal control and ecological improvement works.
The Community Grant Program supports groups delivering programs and activities that benefits the community. Our goal is to develop partnerships with not-for-profit groups and organisations that enriches the area and share our vision.
There’s seven grant categories each with their own goals, values and timing.
Grant applicants must be either:
They must also meet eligibility criteria for the grant category.
Choose one of the grant categories below to find out how to apply.
| Grant category and purpose | Funding allocation | Timing |
|---|---|---|
Promotes social connection through programs and activities that have positive health and wellbeing outcomes for Manningham’s ageing community. | Up to $8,000 per year. | Annually in August. |
Achieve longer term community and cultural development outcomes through strategic partnerships that respond to our priorities and directions. | Up to $50,000 per year to a total of $200,000 over four years. | Every four years. |
Achieve community development outcomes that respond to the needs of our diverse community. | Between $3,001 and $20,000. | Annually in February. |
Support activities that provide opportunities to participate in arts, culture and heritage. | Between $3,001 and $20,000. | Annually in February. |
Support community led festivals and events that attract visitors to Manningham and activates key locations. | Between $3,001 and $20,000. | Annually in February. |
Improve the health and quality of life of older adults by working in partnership with community organisations. | Between $3,001 and $20,000. | Annually in February. |
Support community strengthening initiatives and enhance the quality of life of Manningham residents. | Community Strengthening category: Up to $3,000. Equipment Purchase category: Up to $1,500 as a 50 per cent co-contribution of the total cost of equipment. | Applications can be submitted all year and are assessed quarterly. |
We offer annual Community Grant information sessions and grant writing workshops to support organisations and community groups in applying for grants.
These in-person sessions are held every February. If you’re unable to attend, you can watch the recorded presentation below.
Additionally, we provide a series of short Grant writing learning bytes – informative videos designed to explain grant writing terminology and concepts, making the application process easier to understand.
Watch the 2025 information session recording to find out more about the Community Grant program.
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation for year two 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| CareNet Ltd | Food Collective Manningham | $50,000 |
| Doncaster Community Care and Counselling Centre (Doncare) | Healthy Young Men's (HYM) Program | $50,000 |
| Eastern Community Legal Centre | Promoting legal and social wellbeing in Manningham | $50,000 |
| Eastern Volunteers | Manningham Youth Employment Pathways Program | $50,000 |
| Heide Museum of Modern Art | Cultural and Community Connection at Heide | $30,000 |
| Kevin Heinze Grow | Using nature as a supportive environment | $46,344 |
| Lions Club of Park Orchards | Park Orchards Community Carols | $7,513 |
| Manningham Musicians Association | Manningham Concert Band Program | $17,373 |
| Rights Employment Accommodation Leisure Inc (REAL) | REAL Pathways | $35,073 |
| Rotary Club of Templestowe | Manningham Family Festival | $12,000 |
| The Chinese Senior Citizens Club of Manningham Inc | Positive Ageing Program for Chinese seniors | $37,839 |
| The Onemda Association | Onemda Community Cafe Program | $49,716 |
| The Pottery Expo | The Pottery Expo at Warrandyte | $25,000 |
| Victorian Skateboard Association Inc | Manningham Skate Park Activation Project | $20,000 |
| VP Community Holdings Ltd | Healthy food accessibility and education | $50,000 |
| Warrandyte Community Church | Warrandyte Community Carols | $7,400 |
| Warrandyte Festival Committee | Warrandyte Festival | $50,000 |
| Women's Health East | Taking action to combat racism and support Manningham Chinese communities | $49,200 |
| Organisation name | Project Title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Doncaster Templestowe Artists' Society | Festival of Arts | $12,000.00 |
| Heide Museum of Modern Art | Creation of Yaluk Langa Learning Programs at Heide | $16,090.00 |
| House Of Persia Community and Cultural Centre | Farsi Folk Troupe | $6,000.00 |
| Victoria Chinese Culture & Arts Association Inc | Cultural Appreciation and Understanding Through Art, Music, and Engagement | $12,000.00 |
| Organisation name | Project Title | Total Allocated |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Hua Yu Home Incorporated | A Year of Dance, Song, and Wellness for Seniors | $6,840.00 |
| Rotary Club of Manningham City | Walk for Youth Mental Health | $14,663.00 |
| Kevin Heinze Grow | Spring Celebration 2025 | $4,000.00 |
| Australian Iranian Society of Victoria | Persian Fire Festival | $20,000.00 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Organisation name | Project Title | Allocation |
| Access Health & Community | Ngwala Willumbong Aboriginal Group | $4,400.00 |
| Ajani Neighbourhood House | Closed Loop Food Solutions: Closing the Gaps | $19,934.00 |
| Rights Employment Accommodation Leisure Inc REAL | REAL Togetherness | $8,000.00 |
| The Onemda Association | Improving wellbeing through sensory spaces | $12,515.00 |
| Vantage Point Community | Enhancing Community Wellbeing through Sustainable Food Security and Empowerment Initiatives | $14,270.00 |
| VCCAA Home for Seniors Inc | Health Living: Preventing Diseases through Exercise, Brain Training & Nutrition | $9,407.00 |
| Warrandyte Primary School | Inclusive, wellbeing sculpture garden and unveiling | $10,000.00 |
| Warrandyte Uniting Church | '"Celebrating Peace" Peace Poster Display and Competition | $8,745.00 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Ajani Neighbourhood House Inc. | Connected and Valued: Older Women in Manningham | $10,217.00 |
| Cass Care Limited | Living Well, Aging Well: Health and Wellness Workshops for Seniors | $6,400.00 |
| Chinese Health Foundation of Australia | Embracing Hearts II: Enhancing Senior Mental Wellbeing in Manningham | $10,000.00 |
| Doncaster Chinese Senior Association Inc | Celebrate Chinese New Year | $4,100.00 |
| Doncaster Community Care and Counselling Centre Inc | Thrive and Connect: Empowering Mental Wellness for Manningham Seniors | $20,000.00 |
| Doncaster Seniors Club Inc | Manningham Seniors' Matters-2025 | $3,001.00 |
| Doncaster Templestowe Badminton Association Inc | Healthy Ageing by playing badminton and socializing regularly for seniors | $6,200.00 |
| Heide Museum of Modern Art | Creative Age at Heide Museum of Modern Art | $16,140.00 |
| House of Persia Community and Cultural Centre | Active Ageing: Hydrotherapy, Fitness & Nutrition | $10,250.00 |
| Manningham Australian Chinese Mutual Aid Association Inc | Seinor club health and wellbeing activities | $7,995.00 |
| Seniors Happy Life Club Inc | Healthy Eating and Active Social Connection Promotion Program | $16,616.00 |
| The Chinese Senior Citizens Club of Manningham Inc | Increasing capacity for key Chinese Cultural Celebrations for Seniors | $7,440.00 |
| Warrandyte Senior Citizen Centre inc | Group Walking , Event, Dementia lecture | $4,000.00 |
| Wonga Park Community Cottage Inc | Empowered Ageing for Health, Safety and Connection | $13,000.00 |
Small Grants - Round 1
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Bulleen Templestowe Basketball Club Inc | Walking Basketball | $3,000.00 |
| Cass Care Limited | Hooked on Friendship: A Crochet Workshop for Older Adults | $2,336.00 |
| Chinese Health Foundation of Australia | Guarding Against Deceptive Threats: An Urgent Need in Manningham | $3,000.00 |
| Chinese Professionals Club of Australia Incorporated Association | The Multi Culture Drum Festival | $3,000.00 |
| Friends of Warrandyte State Park | Keep our volunteers safe and let the plants grow | $1,415.00 |
| Happy Life Club Inc | Enhance access to Home Care services and Strengthen muscles program | $1,684.00 |
| Manningham United Blues Football Club | Equipment for our All-Abilities, Soccer-Mums, Soccer-Dads increased participation programs/opportunities | $1,500.00 |
| Melbourne Badminton Association of Daxue Xiaoyou Inc | Mid-Autumn Festival Multicultural Badminton Harmony Day | $3,000.00 |
| Old Carey Cricket Club | Come and Try Days for Women & Girls | $1,077.50 |
| Old Carey Grammarians Football Club | Enhancing Player Wellbeing: Safety Equipment Project | $1,500.00 |
| Old Yarra Cobras Football Club | Indigenous/Pride Jerseys | $1,500.00 |
| SESTAA: Society for Empowerment, Service, Training and Awareness, Australia | Social Group and Inclusive Musical Theatre for People with Disabilities | $3,000.00 |
| SPX Waterdale Players Inc | City of Angels, The Musical | $1,500.00 |
Seniors Club Support Grants 2024
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
| Australian Iranian Senior Citizen Society of Victoria | Manningham parks walking, exercise, Heide Museum and festivals | $8,000 |
| East Doncaster Cricket Club Inc | Over 60's Veterans Cricket at East Doncaster Cricket Club | $3,738 |
| Greek Elderly Citizens Club of Manningham Inc | Outings that promote social connection in the ageing population | $8,000 |
| House of Persia | International women day celebration | $2,100 |
| Italian Seniors Citizens Group of Doncaster Inc | Social gatherings and social catering functions | $8,000 |
| Manningham Australian Chinese Mutual Aid Association Inc | Senior club health and wellbeing activities | $8,000 |
| Melbourne Oldpink Dancing Club Inc. | Healthy exercise and diet | $3,000 |
| Parish of St Haralambos Elderly Citizens Club | Education and integration to reduce social isolation | $7,980 |
| Pensioners Association of Bulleen and Templestowe Inc | Healthy Ageing Programs | $5,300 |
| Seniors Happy Life Club Inc | These Seniors Can - design, sewing and fashion show | $8,000 |
| The Chinese Senior Citizens Club of Manningham Inc | Celebrating significant cultural festivals with seniors | $8,000 |
| Warrandyte Senior Citizens Club Inc | Social gathering and sports | $8,000 |
| Women's Friendship Group Inc | Social | $8,000 |
Manningham Community Fund (Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation)
| Organisation name | Project Title | Allocation |
| Pines Learning Incorporated | Kids Everywhere | $3,690 |
| Manningham Inclusive Community Housing Inc | A Transition and Affordable Homes Facilitator | $9,985 |
| Alex Makes Meals Group Ltd | Meals for Hope: Donvale Community Fridge Project | $8,525 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| East Doncaster Netball Club | East Doncaster Netball Club Equipment Grant 2025 | $1,267 |
| Mantingfang Seniors Club of Australia | Chinese traditional dancing and fashion walk teaching and learning | $2,600 |
| Warrandyte Mechanics Institute and Arts Association Inc | Building essential safety skills for community arts in Warrandyte | $2,379 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Doncaster LIttle Athletics Centre | Upgrade two ageing laptops used for track event timing | $1,399 |
| Doncaster Seniors Club Inc | Women's Affairs - Manningham | $3,000 |
| East Doncaster Cricket Club | Purchase of Cricket Balls for the 2024/2025 Season | $1,500 |
| Greythorn Bowling Club Inc | Purchase of all abilities kit and equipment | $879 |
| Kevin Heinze GROW | Cafe Kevin: Purchase of a Food Processor for Disability Training | $912 |
| Manningham Uniting Church | Building Bridges Through Story - Homelessness | $1,800 |
| Melbourne Oldpink Dancing Club Inc. | Seniors Festive | $2,480 |
| Park Orchards BMX Club | Decoder to improve race training outcomes for riders | $1,500 |
| Rights Employment Accommodation Leisure Inc | REALCards | $2,016 |
| Rotary Club of Manningham City | Walk for Youth Mental health | $3,000 |
| St John Ambulance Australia (Victoria) Inc | Essential equipment for St John Ambulance Manningham Division | $375 |
| The Onemda Association | Assistive Tech Expo for people with disabilities and their families | $3,000 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Australian Iranian Senior Citizens Society of Victoria | Gentle exercise, Carpet Bowl, Festivals and Walking and Outings | $1,500 |
| Bulleen Tennis Club Inc | Renewal of court equipment | $949 |
| Chinese Health Foundation of Australia | Moving Forward: Equip the Community in Manningham for Family Violence | $3,000 |
| Park Orchards Netball Club | Purchase of netball equipment | $888 |
| Templestowe Cricket Club | Celebrate and attract multicultural participation through schools sessions in Manningham | $3,000 |
| Templestowe Wolves Football Club | Purchase of camera and balls for training and matches | $1,500 |
| Warrandyte Cricket Club | Pinking up Warrandyte and surrounds for Breast Cancer Awareness month. | $2,500 |
| Warrandyte Mechanics' Institute and Arts Association Inc | Promoting the Warrandyte Repair Cafe | $2,900 |
| Warrandyte Netball Club | New Training Uniforms to improve club identity | $1,500 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| House of Persia Community and Cultural Centre Inc | Farsi Community Choir | $9,000 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Benevolence Australia | Rabi Al-Awwal Festival | $4,286 |
| Cantonese Art Association Inc | Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration Show | $3,001 |
| Community Music and Performances Incorporated | Jazz In The Park | $8,720 |
| Greythorn Bowling Club | Family & Friends Funday | $5,500 |
| Heide Museum of Modern Art | Molto Italiano! Community Festival 2024 | $14,740 |
| Kevin Heinze Grow | Spring Celebration | $4,000 |
| Manningham Toy Library Inc | Manningham Toy Library 40th Anniversary Messy Play Day | $5,044 |
| Victoria HongKongers Association (Australia) Inc. | Victoria Moon Festival @ Manningham 2024 | $20,000 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Bushfire Resilience Inc. | Provide bushfire information using content, onsite filming and community engagement | $7,740 |
| Chinese Health Foundation of Australia | Embracing Hearts: Walk with Seniors for Mental Wellbeing in Manningham | $20,000 |
| Eastern Domestic Violence Service Inc | Level Up- Building Community Capacity for Gender Equality in Manningham | $19,042 |
| Left Write Hook Ltd | Reclaim & Rewrite | $17,680 |
| Living and Learning at Ajani Inc | Closed Loop Food Solutions | $20,000 |
| Seniors Happy Life Club Inc. | Program to support older people's wellbeing | $19,183 |
| Templestowe Bowling Club | Expanding Community Connection | $5,000 |
| The Onemda Association | Digital Creative Lab a space for connection & learning | $10,627 |
| The Trustee for Raise Foundation | Raise Youth Mentoring Program - Templestowe College | $5,500 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Doncaster Chinese Senior Association Inc | Celebrate Chinese New Year | $3,100 |
| House of Persia Community & Cultural Center | Healthy Aging | $9,760 |
| Living and Learning at Ajani Inc | Making Friends for a Better Life: Our diverse migrant community | $8,468 |
| Manningham Australian Chinese Mutual Aid Association Inc | Senor club health and wellbeing activities | $6,851 |
| Pines Learning Inc | The Thrive Program | $17,703 |
| Rejoice Chinese Christian Communication Centre Inc | Digital Literacy Workshops for Chinese speaking Seniors | $7,600 |
| Wonga Park Community Cottage Inc | Cultivating Healthy Seniors | $4,930 |
| Organisation name | Project Title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Australian Iranian Senior Citizen Society of Victoria | Manningham Parks walking, Exercise, Heide Museum and Festivals | $8,000.00 |
| East Doncaster Cricket Club Inc | Over 60's Veterans Cricket at East Doncaster Cricket Club | $3,738.00 |
| Greek Elderly Citizens Club of Manningham Inc | Outings that promote social connection in the ageing population | $8,000.00 |
| House of Persia | International women day celebration | $2,100.00 |
| Italian Seniors Citizens Group of Doncaster inc | Social gatherings and social catering functions | $8,000.00 |
| Manningham Australian Chinese Mutual Aid Association Inc | Senor club health and wellbeing activities | $8,000.00 |
| Melbourne Oldpink Dancing Club Inc | Healthly Exercise and Diet | $3,000.00 |
| Parish of St Haralambos Elderly Citizens Club | Education and integration to reduce social isolation | $7,980.00 |
| Pensioners Association of Bulleen and Templestowe Inc | Healthy Ageing Programs | $5,300.00 |
| Seniors Happy Life Club Inc | These Seniors Can - Design, Sewing and Fashion Show | $8,000.00 |
| The Chinese Senior Citizens Club of Manningham Inc | Celebrating significant Cultural festivals with seniors | $8,000.00 |
| Warrandyte Senior Citizens Inc | Social gathering and sports | $8,000.00 |
| Women's Friendship Group Inc | Social | $8,000.00 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation for year two 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| CareNet Ltd | Food Collective Manningham | $50,000 |
| Doncaster Community Care and Counselling Centre (Doncare) | Healthy Young Men's (HYM) Program | $50,000 |
| Eastern Community Legal Centre | Promoting legal and social wellbeing in Manningham | $50,000 |
| Eastern Volunteers | Manningham Youth Employment Pathways Program | $50,000 |
| Heide Museum of Modern Art | Cultural and Community Connection at Heide | $30,000 |
| Kevin Heinze Grow | Using nature as a supportive environment | $47,532 |
| Lions Club of Park Orchards | Park Orchards Community Carols | $5,471 |
| Manningham Musicians Association | Manningham Concert Band Program | $17,373 |
| Rights Employment Accommodation Leisure Inc (REAL) | REAL Pathways | $34,057 |
| Rotary Club of Templestowe | Manningham Family Festival | $12,000 |
| The Chinese Senior Citizens Club of Manningham Inc | Positive Ageing Program for Chinese seniors | $37,108 |
| The Onemda Association | Onemda Community Cafe Program | $49,535 |
| The Pottery Expo | The Pottery Expo at Warrandyte | $25,000 |
| Victorian Skateboard Association Inc | Manningham Skate Park Activation Project | $20,000 |
| VP Community Holdings Ltd | Healthy food accessibility and education | $50,000 |
| Warrandyte Community Church | Warrandyte Community Carols | $7,400 |
| Warrandyte Festival Committee | Warrandyte Festival | $50,000 |
| Women's Health East | Taking action to combat racism and support Manningham Chinese communities | $49,200 |
Round 3
| Organisation Name | Project Title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Beverley Hills Junior Football Club | Onemda & Beverley Hills Annual Football Skills & Exercise Program | $3,000 |
| Cass Care Ltd | Let's Crotchet Together | $2,086 |
| Chrisalis Foundation | Get Fit At Aquarena | $3,000 |
| Koonung Bushwalking Club | First Aid Training For Bushwalk Leaders | $2,100 |
| Manningham Uniting Church | Musical Event: Music for a Warming World | $1,600 |
| Marcellin Old Collegians Cricket Club | FrogBox streaming purchase | $1,100 |
| Nakisa Malakooti- auspice Access Health and Community | Health and Wellness series for Carers respite (10-12 week series) | $3,000 |
| Park Orchards Community House and Learning Centre Incorporated | Cleaning Up | $942 |
| Park Orchards Football Netball Club | Footballs & Netballs | $780 |
| Persian Happy Family Inc | Nowruz / Harmony Day Event 2024 | $2,500 |
| Rights Employment Accommodation Leisure REAL Inc | REAL Rhythm | $2,000 |
| Serpell Tennis Club Inc | Tennis Light Pole Pads | $1,253 |
| Veneto Club | Women's Circle | $1,940 |
Round 2
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Doncaster Baseball Club Incorporated | Essential Equipment Requirements | $720.00 |
| Fitzroy Doncaster Cricket Club | Competing in Victorian Premier Cricket Competition, fielding six teams | $1,000.00 |
| House of Persia Community and Cultural Centre | Iranian Movement Workshop for Children | $2,700.00 |
| Kevin Heinze Grow | Cafe Kevin Art Project | $3,000.00 |
| Manningham Australian Chinese Mutual Aid Association Inc | Chinese New Year 2024 | $3,000.00 |
| Park Orchards North Ringwood Parish Junior Football Club Inc | First Aid Kit Renewal | $1,448.00 |
| Rotary Club Manningham City | Walk for Youth Mental Health | $3,000.00 |
| Seniors Happy Life Club Inc. | Community Multicultural Network Development and Partnerships Activity | $3,000.00 |
| St David's Cricket Club | Purchase of Supper Sopper equipment | $1,500.00 |
| Templestowe Bowling Club | Upgrade of Club Uniform | $1,775.00 |
| The Chinese Senior Citizens Club of Manningham Inc. | Community Live Musical Band | $3,000.00 |
| Wonga Park Community Cottage | The Good Neighbour Community Cookbook | $2,800.00 |
Round 1
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Australian Iranian Senior Citizens Society of Victoria | Festival gatherings and monthly gentle exercise | $1,350 |
| Box Hill Cricket Club | Equipment purchase - Women's 3XI team and new U15 Academy | $750 |
| CareNet Ltd | Christmas Giving Days | $2,932 |
| Catjump Pre-school Association Inc | Purchase new photocopier | $1,500 |
| Chinese Health Foundation of Australia | Safe on Your Feet - Falls prevention program in Manningham | $3,000 |
| Doncaster Seniors Club Inc | Seniors Day Festival | $3,000 |
| Donvale Bowls Club Inc | Purchase of extra bowls for community use | $1,500 |
| East Doncaster Cricket Club | Purchase replacement junior club equipment kits | $840 |
| Myths and Legends Australia | Basketball | $1,475 |
| Old Yarra Cobras FC | Replacement of broken equipment | $925 |
| Park Orchards Community House and Learning Centre | Sight and Sound | $1,500 |
| Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of Manningham | Youth/Kids Festival | $3,000 |
| Templestowe Valley Preschool | New tables and shelves | $1,500 |
| The Scout Association of Australia, Victorian Branch - Manningham District | Defibrillator - St John G5 CPR hardcase bundle | $1,275 |
| Warrandyte Basketball Association | Purchase of new sporting shorts for junior basketball players | $3,000 |
| Warrandyte Childcare and Preschool Centre | Funding to support purchase of a trampoline | $1,000 |
| Warrandyte Community Church | Warrandyte Community Carols | $3,000 |
| Warrandyte Cricket Club | Pink up Warrandyte for breast cancer October 2023 | $2,000 |
| Warrandyte Mechanics Institute and Arts Association Inc | Building test and tag capability for Warrandyte Repair Cafe | $3,000 |
| Warrandyte Neighbourhood House | Warrandyte Big Lunch | $2,438 |
| Warrandyte Senior Citizens Centre Club | Celebration NOWROOZ and Persian New Year | $3,000 |
| Wonga Park Cricket Club | Provision of laptop computer | $1,500 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Doncaster Templestowe Artists Society | Six open workshop days by different award winning artists | $3,550 |
| The Onemda Association | Art and the Extra-Ordinary | $14,850 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Beverley Hills Junior Football Club | Manningham District Girls Football Carnival | $4,000 |
| Community Music and Performances Inc | Jazz In The Park: a free community event for everyone | $5,000 |
| Heide Museum of Modern Art | Yaluk Langa Community Day 2024 | $13,052 |
| Manningham United Blues Football Club | Manningham Junior Girls Cup (football tournament) | $15,000 |
| Rotary Club of Templestowe | Electric Vehicle Expo and seminars | $12,500 |
| Trevisani Nel Mondo Melbourne Inc | Trevisani Nel Mondo Melbourne 50 Anniversary Celebration | $5,000 |
| Warrandyte Senior Citizen Club | MEHREGAN Celebration | $3,800 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| CareNet Ltd | CareNet digital transformation for better community food security outcomes | $19,960 |
| Chinese Health Foundation of Australia | Hearts-in-Hands II - Rebuilding self-esteem after family violence | $15,000 |
| Chrisalis Foundation | Let's Move Together | $5,360 |
| Doncaster Bowling Club | Try-Bowls programs for women and girls | $3,140 |
| Intertwine Pty Ltd | Fuse Pilot Program | $15,000 |
| La Trobe University | Shared reading for wellbeing for adults of all ages | $8,800 |
| Manningham Christian Centre | Safer community and stronger people: Helping the community build community | $10,830 |
| Sport and Life Training Ltd | Mental health wellbeing training | $20,000 |
| The Trustee for Raise Foundation | Raise Youth Mentoring Program - Templestowe College | $11,000 |
| The Water Well Project Ltd | Improving the health and wellbeing of CALD communities | $10,320 |
| Warrandyte Basketball Association | Female basketball programs (Girls Got Game) | $8,000 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation |
|---|---|---|
| Chrisalis Foundation | Let's Move Together | $2,472 |
| Manningham Inclusive Community Housing Inc (MICH) | Affordable Home Facilitator | $19,303 |
| Organisation name | Project title | Allocation for year two 1 Jan to 31 Dec 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| CareNet Ltd | Food Collective Manningham | $50,000 |
| Doncaster Community Care and Counselling Centre (Doncare) | Healthy Young Men's (HYM) Program | $50,000 |
| Eastern Community Legal Centre | Promoting legal and social wellbeing in Manningham | $50,000 |
| Eastern Volunteers | Manningham Youth Employment Pathways Program | $50,000 |
| Heide Museum of Modern Art | Cultural and Community Connection at Heide | $30,000 |
| Kevin Heinze Grow | Using nature as a supportive environment | $48,750 |
| Lions Club of Park Orchards | Park Orchards Community Carols | $6,053 |
| Living and Learning at Ajani Inc | Let's Connect | $25,000 |
| Manningham Musicians Association | Manningham Concert Band Program | $17,373 |
| Park Orchards Community House and Learning Centre | Community Connection and Engagement for ALL | $40,000 |
| Pensioners Association of Bulleen and Templestowe Inc | Together We Move Forward | $15,000 |
| Pines Learning Inc | Linking together through connection and community engagement | $25,000 |
| Rights Employment Accommodation Leisure Inc (REAL) | REAL Pathways | $33,071 |
| Rotary Club of Templestowe | Manningham Family Festival | $12,000 |
| The Chinese Senior Citizens Club of Manningham Inc | Positive Ageing Program for Chinese seniors | $36,513 |
| The Onemda Association | Onemda Community Cafe Program | $48,694 |
| The Pottery Expo | The Pottery Expo at Warrandyte | $25,000 |
| Victorian Skateboard Association Inc | Manningham Skate Park Activation Project | $20,000 |
| VP Community Holdings Ltd | Healthy food accessibility and education | $50,000 |
| Warrandyte Community Church | Warrandyte Community Carols | $7,400 |
| Warrandyte Festival Committee | Warrandyte Festival | $50,000 |
| Warrandyte Neighbourhood House | Mind, Body, Community: building community health, social connection and wellbeing. | $40,000 |
| Women's Friendship Group Inc | Friendship | $8,000 |
| Women's Health East | Taking action to combat racism and support Manningham Chinese communities | $49,200 |
| Wonga Park Community Cottage | Accessing and connecting with community life in Wonga Park | $40,000 |
The following are the Terms and Conditions and Glossary of Terms for our Community Grant Program.
You need to read these as part of the application process.
To discuss further, contact us.
The following general terms and conditions apply to the Community Grants Program:
Acquittal is a formal condition of funding and means accurately reporting on the funded activities and the expenditure of your funding. Proof of expenditure (as well as other information) is required on the completion of your activity. See ‘Activity Completion Report’.
Is a report that ensures grant recipients have administered grant funds responsibly and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Funding and Service Agreement. An Activity Completion Report usually consists of a written report that summarises how the activity fared against the initial objectives of the grant. It also provides a financial statement detailing how the funding was spent. See ‘Acquittal’.
Is an agreement where one organisation (the ‘principal organisation’) agrees to apply for funding on behalf of a second organisation that is not incorporated (the ‘auspiced organisation’). If the funding application is successful, the principal organisation then receives, holds and administers the funding to the auspiced organisation so that the auspiced organisation can complete the funded activity. Further information can be found at, http://www.nfplaw.org.au/auspicing.
A company limited by guarantee is a type of legal structure that you may choose for your charity that is registered by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). Further information can be found at asic.gov.au/regulatory-resources/financial-reporting-and-audit/preparers-of-financial-reports/companies-limited-by-guarantee/
Includes retail groups that: a) sell goods by retail, or by retail and wholesale; b) sell services; or c) hire goods for profit.
Refers to any confirmed funding amounts, including your organisation’s cash contribution, funding from other sources to be included in your ‘Income’ section of your budget.
Manningham City Council is the entity which has the authority to make decisions on behalf of the Manningham community.
Curriculum is the knowledge and skills students are expected to learn, the units and lessons that teachers teach; the assignments and projects given to students; books, materials, videos, presentations, and readings used in a course; and the tests, assessments, and other methods used to evaluate student learning.
Evaluation is an important component of the grants program because it enables organisations to showcase achievements, as well as inform and improve project delivery. (page 9).
Provides the proof that an activity or program is best placed to respond to an identified community need which may include research, statistics, community consultation, needs analysis, etc.
A Funding and Service Agreement (Agreement) is a legal and financial agreement entered into between Council and community organisations receiving grant funding.
The categories of an Agreement, a short or long form, reflect the level of funding provided and the required performance of the grant recipient. The FASA states:
A grant is a sum of money given to organisations for a specified purpose directed at achieving objectives and outcomes consistent with specific policies.
The desired short to medium term effects or changes that an activity seeks to achieve (e.g. increased community awareness of a particular topic or skills development of a target group, change in behaviour, change in attitude).
Being incorporated infers that an organisation has a legal identity of its own, recognised by State and Federal governments and is separate and distinct from the individuals who formed or make up the group.
Is when an organisation contributes goods or services in lieu of providing funds (cash). For example, volunteers hours, use of organisation equipment or facilities (i.e. photocopiers). In-kind contribution must have a $ value, for example the estimated value of volunteer time is $41 per hour.
The Annual and Small Grant categories are to fund one-off short to medium term activities. Funding allocations are for one financial year and are not recurrent.
Objectives are the big picture aims or goals which a policy, plan, program or activity seeks to achieve (e.g. improved exercise).
The desired result of goals and strategies that have been achieved (e.g. a healthier population).
The Outdoor Sports Infrastructure Guidelines steer the redevelopment or refurbishment of existing sporting infrastructure and informs the development of new sports infrastructure on a case by case basis. The Council Standard Facility Fit Out sets out what Council will provide and what is not covered.
Taking or belonging to a side in politics or in controversial matters.
Religion is regarded as a set of beliefs and practices, usually involving acknowledgment of a divine or higher being or power, by which people order the conduct of their lives through promotion of their faith or worship.
SmartyGrants is Council’s online grants management system. Applicants must apply online and attach relevant documents to their application.
For organisations that do not have an ABN, applicants are required to complete a Statement by Supplier form as a result of the Commonwealth ‘Pay As You Go’ taxation legislation. Statement by Supplier forms can be located from the Australian Taxation Office at ato.gov.au/Forms/Statement-by-a-supplier-not-quoting-an-ABN/.
Refers to the other funding amounts which you have applied for which is yet to be confirmed, to be included in the ‘Income’ section of your budget.
Subscribe to the Community Grants Program mailing list and keep informed of upcoming grants and community training sessions.
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Grant Finder brings together grants from national, state, and local government along with opportunities from corporate organisations and foundations.
This service is open to all local businesses, community groups, not-for-profits, and individuals.
Register online to receive email alerts about upcoming funding opportunities.
Are you looking for information about Manningham to include in your grant application?
Small Grants is a category under the Community Grant Program. This grant supports not-for-profit groups and organisations to deliver one-off, innovative activities that strengthen our community and boost the quality of life of our residents.
The aim of the grant is to:
Applications will remain open all year until we allocate all funds. We review submitted applications three to four times a year after the below dates.
Get your applications in before 31 January, 31 May or 30 September 2025
The total estimated allocation for the Small Grants category is $80,000 per annum.
Please note: Organisations can only be funded for one Small Grant per financial year (1 July - 30 June) in either the Community Strengthening or Equipment Purchase category.
You will have to agree to the terms and conditions of the Community Grant Program too.
Before starting your application, make sure your organisation is eligible to apply.
Confirm that you are applying for the right grant category.
After checking you have got the right category, develop a project proposal that includes:
Before finishing your application, make sure you discuss your proposal with us. Although, you won’t need to speak with us beforehand if you’re applying for the Small Grants category.
We can help you with your application. We can also give advice on how to apply online.
To discuss your application, contact us.
Refer to the guidelines and review the assessment criteria for the relevant category before you finish.
Use the application checklist to help you to prepare your application to make sure you haven’t missed anything.
Having trouble logging into SmartyGrants? Find out how to reset your password.
Subscribe to the Community Grants Program mailing list and keep informed of upcoming grants and community training sessions.
Already familiar with applying for a grant process?
Login to smartygrants.
Grant Finder brings together grants from national, state, and local government along with opportunities from corporate organisations and foundations.
This service is open to all local businesses, community groups, not-for-profits, and individuals.
Register online to receive email alerts about upcoming funding opportunities.
As part of Manningham Council's Community Training Program we invite members of community organisations to find out more about Manningham's Community Grants Program.
This session will provide information on the Community Development, Arts, Festivals and Events and Small Grant categories.
Interested representatives from community organisations including community and children’s services, sports clubs, recreation, leisure, arts and cultural groups are encouraged to attend this information session.
There will also be an opportunity to receive early advice regarding your proposed activity from Council officers.
The session will cover:
Bookings are essential and limited to 2 people per organisation.
As part of Manningham Council's Community Training Program we invite members of community organisations to find out more about Manningham's Community Grants Program.
This session will provide information on the Community Development, Arts, Festivals and Events and Small Grant categories.
Interested representatives from community organisations including community and children’s services, sports clubs, recreation, leisure, arts and cultural groups are encouraged to attend this information session.
There will also be an opportunity to receive early advice regarding your proposed activity from Council officers.
The session will cover:
Bookings are essential and limited to 2 people per organisation.
Community organisations in Manningham are invited to attend this free grant writing workshop.
This session will help grant writers to improve their success rate in grant applications.
It will cover:
It is suitable for those who want to apply for our Community Grants Program and have projects under $20,000 with simple specifications.
Non Profit Training will deliver the workshop.
Come to this online session with your questions about the Community Development, Arts, Festivals and Events and Healthy Ageing grant categories.
Interested representatives from community organisations are invited to attend this Q&A session. Council officers will be available to respond to questions about Grant Guidelines, eligibility to apply for a grant and the application process.
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Representatives from Manningham Senior's Clubs are invited to attend this free workshop.
This session will help grant writers to understand the basics of submitting grant applications.
Topics covered:
Presented by: EV Community Strengthening, Viv Cunningham-Smith.
Audience: Maximum two representatives from each Manningham Seniors Club to attend.
Cost: Free.
What to bring: Bring your project idea with you.
View the Senior's Club Support Grant guidelines and apply
Are you a not-for-profit group or organisation doing great work for older people in our community?
You could be eligible for our Healthy Ageing Grant which will provide between $3,001 and $20,000 in funding. Applications open on Monday 3 June and close Friday 5 July 2024.
We encourage community organisation representatives to attend this information session which will cover:
grant overview
eligibility
key dates
how to apply
required information
assessment criteria
This event is suitable for community health services, leisure providers, learning organisations and neighbourhood houses.
Bookings are essential and limited to two people per organisation.
If you have questions or want to know more about our grants program, contact our Grants team on 9840 9333 or email grants@manningham.vic.gov.au.
As part of Manningham Council's Community Training Program, we invite members of community organisations to find out more about our Community Grants Program.
This session will provide information on the Community Development, Arts, Festivals and Events and Healthy Ageing grant categories.
Interested representatives from community organisations are encouraged to attend this information session.
Community organisations could include:
There will also be an opportunity to receive early advice regarding your proposed activity from Council officers.
The session will cover:
The Recreation Capital Works Funding Program supports sporting facility infrastructure developments.
The aim of the program is to:
The program aims to provide funding for a range of projects, including but not limited to:
Contact us to apply for non-sport related infrastructure such as traffic bollards and car parks.
We accept applications from groups that:
The Outdoor Sports Infrastructure Policy has information on the type and size of infrastructure provided for each sport. The policy also has information on the required financial contributions from user groups.
Before submitting an application, contact our Recreation Liaison Officer on 9840 9333 to discuss your project. We’ll give feedback on the project proposal and will advise you on whether we’ll permit submission of the project.
We won’t assess your application if you haven’t had a discussion with our Recreation Liaison Officer.
Before submitting an application, include the following information:
Submit an application by completing the Recreation Capital Works Funding Program Application Form. We accept applications all year round and make an assessment two times per year.
Support is available to community groups who require more assistance with their application and advice on how to apply online.
We’ll assess applicants every February and August. You should also be aware that:
For more information, contact us.
Building on the information shared in the Community Grant Information Session and Grant Writing Workshop, this is your opportunity to ask questions about your grant proposal and receive constructive, unbiased feedback.
During the session, you’ll have a chance to discuss your ideas in a 1:1 conversation with a staff member from the Healthy Ageing Team. Our team will also emphasize the importance of aligning your proposal with our Healthy Ageing objectives.
Please note: it is expected you attend the Community Grants session and the Grants writing workshop prior to attending this session to best equip yourself with knowledge required to submit your application.
If you are unable to register online, call the Healthy Ageing Team on 9840 9230.
Grant Olson Reserve includes play equipment, sealed paths, Eucalyptus for shade and nature play. Logs and rocks for climbing, drinking fountain and picnic table and seats.
Have you noticed something unsafe like a broken tree branch or damaged playground that needs our attention?
Some types of events, such as festivals or school's cross country runs need a special permission to be held on public land.
As part of our commitment to addressing climate change, we encourage our community to adopt more sustainable practices. One way we support this is through grants and rebates that promote sustainability.
Learn about the support available for individuals and groups working on projects that help improve the sustainability of Manningham's natural environment.
As part of our climate change response, we're focused on building a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future. We're reducing emissions in Council operations, managing energy, water, and waste responsibly, and empowering our community through awareness, education and support to do the same.
Support is available to help you go all-electric. Use the links below to find out about discounts, loans and rebates on offer through State Government and Federal Government initiatives.
State and federal governments, along with their partners, offer various loans, financial support, and incentives for sustainability projects.
For individuals
For community groups
For businesses
See what support services we offer for your needs - including links to official services by other providers.
We provide a range of grants, funding opportunities and local initiatives to support our community.
View all our Maternal and Child Health Centres opening hours and maps
There are a range of health and support services, programs and resources to support our community
The role of Council policies is to clearly state our position on a range of matters affecting the community. These policies assist us in our decision making and provide guidance to Council officers.
Our commitment to building a culture of child safety recognises that Manningham Council will prioritise the safety of children in our care and will build child safety into everyday practice.
Find out more about Manningham’s procurement policy. We’re always looking for suppliers who practice fairness and are technologically innovative.
Meeting Date: 15 September 2020
Meeting Time: 7.00pm
Location: Virtual Council Meeting via Facebook Live
As part of our efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 we have reviewed our Council meeting practices to ensure we provide a safe environment for Councillors, staff and the community. Pursuant to the Local Government Act 2020, Council meetings will be held virtually until further notice. Physical attendance by members of the public at Council meetings is currently not permitted. Council meetings will continue to be live streamed and we encourage you to follow the meeting on our Facebook page (you can view the livestream on our Facebook page even if you don’t have a Facebook account). The live stream is not interactive. Any comments or private messages directed to us while the stream is live will not be presented to Council or have a bearing on the conduct of the meeting.
Other temporary changes to our Council meetings:
Parking available at Manningham Civic Centre
Manningham Civic Centre bus stop:
Bus route 907 City to Mitcham via Doncaster Rd
Bus route 902 Chelsea to Airport West
Bus route 295 Doncaster SC to The Pines SC via Templestowe
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There’s something for everyone in Manningham. From sacred sites of the area’s First Peoples to the early gold mining settlements, the local area has a bit of everything for you to appreciate and enjoy.
We are committed to developing and fostering partnerships with not-for-profit groups and organisations whose work enriches the municipality and is consistent with our vision.
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Our capital works program brings this commitment to life by managing the maintenance and improvement of council assets, facilities and community spaces through a number of key projects.
Setting up a new business is an exciting and challenging time with many things to consider such as budgets, staffing, branding, operations and marketing. It's important to think about the big picture and how you would like to grow into the future.
Below you'll find a range of resources, tools and information available to support all types of local businesses.
The Manningham Business Team are here to assist you with resources, networking events and various training programs throughout the year.
Have a new business idea? Find out when you need a permit and where you can get advice.
Eastern Volunteers delivers services directly to the community and encourages and supports volunteering in the community.
There are a range of local associations that encourage networking and mentoring opportunities for small businesses as well as annual events and training.
