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How To Apply Online
2018 Applications for the Regional Community Fund (RCCF) are now closed
The following information is provided as a guide to making an application in 2019.
What can I apply for?
Co-funding is available towards the purchase of equipment or goods that enhance community capability to respond to, and reduce the impacts of emergencies that occur in rural, regional and remote communities.
Proposed items must:
- be new, not second-hand
- be fit for purpose
- demonstrate value for money.
Examples of what may be funded
Examples of what won’t be funded
How much can I apply for?
You can apply for up to half of the quoted purchase price of items up to a maximum of $2,500 GST exclusive.
We encourage you to get your quote from your local supplier to support the local community.
Funding example one
| Application for a grant to purchase personal protective equipment | |
|---|---|
| The quotation is for | $900 + $90 GST |
| Grant application for half the cost (paid by us) | $450 |
| Once application approved, balance left to pay (by you) | $450 + $90 GST = $540 |
Funding example two
| Application for a grant to purchase a new fire farm unit | |
|---|---|
| The quotation is for | $11,450 + $1,145 GST |
| Maximum grant approval (paid by us) | $2,500 |
| Once approved, balance left to pay (by you) | $8,950 + $1,145 GST = $10,095 |
Who can apply?
Individuals, businesses, community groups, not for profit organisations and local government can apply.
Only one application per physical property address, individual or organisation will be considered.
If I have applied in a previous funding round can I apply again?
If your application in previous funding rounds was successful or not, you can still apply for the same or different items in future years.
Quotation required
On your application you will be required to attach a valid quote from a supplier to verify the purchase price of the requested items under consideration.
Grant payments are reimbursements
Don't buy it yet. Grant funding will not be provided for items you have already purchased prior to approval.
Please wait until you receive official notification of grant funding approval from the Minster (no later than 30 June 2018) before securing your purchase.
