Community Grants Program

The Snowy Hydro Community Grant Program offers grants of up to $10,000 to support and deliver positive and lasting outcomes for our communities and is underpinned by our four community commitment pillars.

Applications are now closed for the Community Grants Program – Round 2

The Snowy Hydro Community Grants Program has two grant application intakes per year; one in February – April and one in September – November.

Community Grants 2024 – Round two dates 

Applications open: 23 September 2024
Applications close: 20 October 2024

Evaluation period: 21 October – 22 November 2024
Notification of outcome: by 27 November 2024

FAQs

What funding is available?

Community organisations such as groups, clubs or individuals in the region can apply for one grant of up to $10,000.

When can I apply?

We have two application rounds, February and September of each year. 

Who is eligible to apply?

Projects, events or activities must relate to the identified priority areas and contribute to their community’s wellbeing, prosperity and sustainability.
Eligible organisations and community groups include:
• Groups operating within the Snowy Monaro, Snowy Valleys, or Towong local government areas.
• Not-for-profit community groups or organisations that hold an Australian Business Number (ABN).
• Non-incorporated community groups and clubs overseen by an eligible organisation which is nominated as the legal entity on the application form.

How do I apply?

To apply applicants must complete the online application form.  Please answer all questions in full and provide all supporting documentation.
Applications must be submitted by the closing date. Eligible applications are those that meet the eligibility criteria and address at least one of our community commitment pillars.

What criteria will my application be assessed against?

To maintain a consistent and transparent assessment process, all eligible applications will be assessed and scored against the criteria in the grant guidelines.

What type of grants will not be eligible?

• Political groups or organisations that are primarily engaged in political activities, including promoting political parties, candidates, or specific political ideologies
• Religious initiatives that primarily focus on promoting religious activities or beliefs
• Private individuals or business activities or recurrent expenses (example: rent, utilities, wages for a business or organisation)
• Requests for retrospective activities, or to cover costs associated with making an application
• Council-owned assets or infrastructure without written support from council
• Organisations or community groups not aligned with Snowy Hydro’s values
• Initiatives that have direct links to tobacco, illegal drugs, negative impacts on health, or are associated with inappropriate activities

What projects, events and initiatives has Snowy Hydro supported in the past?

Snowy Hydro are proud to have supported local regional events, projects and initiatives including but not limited to; Tumbafest, Adelong Show, Festival of the Falling Leaf, Man From Snowy River Festival, Cooma Motorfest.

I have questions – where do I direct them?

Our Community team welcomes any questions to assist the application process. To contact our Community team please email:  community@snowyhydro.com.au