The Shoalhaven Anti-Poverty Committee are excited to announce the launch of the Prospering Community Project Fund.
“Expressions of Interest are being called for from local not for profits or community groups which are auspiced by a not for profit for the newly established Prospering Community Project Fund”, said Committee Facilitator Judith Reardon.
“We are seeking project activities which will reduce disadvantage and social exclusion,” Ms Reardon added.
The SAPC has previously funded such activities as community events, community reading projects, adult literacy support groups, and leadership programs for young people.
Organisations who have received Anti-Poverty Committee funding before, are encouraged to build on what they have achieved previously, by trying something different, something complimentary or more challenging, so as to continue building the capacity of individuals, families and communities to move out of disadvantage and become more connected to community.
The Fund has been established to provide small financial subsidies of up to $1000.00 (GST Exc) to eligible not-for-profit community service organisations for initiatives that:
The Fund is made possible through the hard work of the Nowra Makers Markets Committee who operate local markets and donate a portion of the Stallholder fee to SAPC.
Applications close on 15th March 2019 and successful applicants will receive their funding in June 2019. – Application Form
For more information you can contact the Shoalhaven Neighbourhood Services Community Coordinator Judith Reardon on 44215077 or email community@sns.org.au.
Copies to: Shoalhaven Anti-Poverty Committee