 Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays
As 2010 comes to a close, RDA Peel Board Members and staff wish all community groups and volunteers a very safe & happy holiday period. We thank you all for your continuous commitment to your community organisation and the numerous hours that you volunteer to ensure that the Peel Region continues to grow.
Please note that our office at 4/11-13 Davey Street, Mandurah will be closed from Friday, 24 December 2010 and re-open for business Monday, 10 January 2011. Should you require urgent assistance during that time, you can contact our EO John Lambrecht on 0428 947 837.
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Available Grants & Funding Opportunities
RDA Peel holds information on many grants available to community groups. The following are just a few current grants and funding opportunities available, however if your group needs funding for purposes other than general administration costs and overheads, please contact us direct to discuss your situation. Please use the links for more information and relevant grant guidelines and applications.
Royalties for Regions' Regional Grants Scheme (RGS) - WA State Government
Communities in regional WA will benefit from individuals and organisations receiving a share in up to $9 million in the latest round of Royalties for Regions’ Regional Grants Scheme (RGS).
RGS aims to improve economic and community infrastructure and services in regional W.A. The grants scheme is providing money for projects to help attract investment and increase jobs or improve the quality of life in regional WA. Applications would be assessed and approved by the Peel Development Commission board for endorsement by the Minister and State Government.
Applications are now open and close 5pm Thursday, 10 March 2011.
More information, guidelines and application forms go to http://www.peel.wa.gov.au/content/royalties-for-regions/ phone the PDC Grant Officers on 9535 0010 or 9535 0033 or email royaltiesforregions@peel.wa.gov.au
Community Grants Program - Disability Services Commission
Incorporated community groups and local governments from across the WA can apply for up to $20,000 for the purchase of equipment, aids or infrastructure support to improve access and inclusion for people with disability.
Improvements could be made through level paving, good signage, accessible parks, beach matting, pool hoists, playground equipment with soft fall surfaces, automatic doors and accessible toilet facilities - there are many opportunities.
Applications are now open and must be submitted by close of business Tuesday, 1 March 2011. They will be assessed by an independent evaluation panel.
More information and grant applications go to http://www.disability.wa.gov.au/accessible_community_grants.html or phone 9426 9276.
Coles Junior Landcare School Garden Grant - 2011
School Garden Grants of up to $1,000 are available to schools, kindergartens, daycare centres and youth groups (i.e. Scouts) to help create gardens in their grounds or community, such as bush tucker gardens, water wise gardens or veggie gardens.
These programs encourage students to learn about the environment through 'outdoor learning' and interaction in developing their own school gardens.
In 2011 there are 3 funding rounds. Round 1 closes 5pm (EST) Friday, 25 February, round 2 closes 5pm (EST) Friday, 13 May and round 3 closes 5pm (EST) Friday, 5 August.
More information, guidelines and application form go to http://www.juniorlandcare.com.au/grants-2/coles-grant
Community Participation Funding - Dept. of Sport and Recreation (WA)
This scheme funds initiatives that target low participation groups, particularly culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) and indigenous populations. Grant applications must be for projects that target either ‘Participation’ or ‘People Development’ outcomes:
- Participation – How will your project increase the physical activity levels of CaLD/ indigenous and under resourced populations who currently have low participation rates?
- People Development – How will your project improve the skills of the volunteers or staff of your organisation or community group that is targeting CaLD/ indigenous and under resourced groups?
Grants of between $1,000 and $5,000 are available to sport and recreation community organisations/clubs (who are not currently receiving Organisational Sustainability Program Funding), other community and not-for-profit organisations and regional Local Governments who are encouraged to apply. Please note: Unfortunately, schools and metropolitan local governments are ineligible for this funding scheme. However, developing partnerships with community organisations may be considered for funding.
Applications are now open and close 15 May 2011.
More information, guidelines and application forms go to http://www.dsr.wa.gov.au/community-participation-funding or contact the Peel Office of Dept. of Sport and Recreation on 9550 3100.
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Community Information
Incorporation - Update contact address
If your Association has relocated or changed its contact address, please notify the Dept. of Commerce as soon as possible. Consumer Protection has an Update Contact Details form available on its website. Should you require any assistance in completing the form, please contact the Associations Registration Section on 1300 304 074. Forms can be faxed or mailed, details on the form.
Environmental Groups - Are you looking for volunteers or would you like to volunteer?
Need a graphic designer for your group or a web designer? How about an accountant or admin help? Landcare Australia has a Volunteers Wanted form online, where they try to match volunteers with certain skills with groups. If you are a group email your wish list to enquiries@landcareaustralia.com.au or if you are a volunteer, fill out the form and they will match you up!
Treasurer calls for Community's ideas ahead of 2011/12 May Budget
Wayne Swan has made his traditional call for ideas from the community ahead of his 2011/12 May budget. For his 2010/11 budget, the treasurer received around 200 submissions from a broad range of individuals and groups.
"These provided a real insight into the challenges faced across our nation, and opportunities for the government to improve the well-being of all Australians," Mr Swan said. "Community views are a central consideration to the government in framing its policies, which is why I encourage people to have their say by submitting ideas."
Interested parties should lodge their submission by 28 January 2011.
He said submissions should be mindful of the government's strong commitment to offsetting new spending with savings, maintaining the discipline that will return the budget to surplus in 2012/13.
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