Community Development Fund VIC

About this grant

This program provides funding for programs which build business expertise and community capability, as well as progressing opportunities for diversification.

Eligibility requirements

All of the following criteria must be met:

• Victorian community and industry groups.
• Funding for programs to support the implementation of opportunities identified by communities. there are two streams of funding available:
• Stream 1: funding for project management support and to upskill community members to build business expertise and community capability
• Stream 2: funding to progress opportunities for diversification identified by local communities.
• Applications for both funding streams will be considered from a community or industry group including:
• An incorporated community organisation
• A business and industry cluster or network
• Non-profit organisation
• Chamber of commerce, business association, education and research organisations.
• Eligible organisations operating in or near the following towns and communities with a local development strategy can apply:
• Murrindindi (alexandra, taggerty, buxton, marysville)
• Yarra ranges (powelltown, yarra junction, warburton)
• Eligibility requirements will vary depending on the stream.
• Forestrytransition@deeca.vic.gov.au
• Sponsorship for waste recovery innovation projects in tas
• Establishing biomedtech incubators

What the funding covers

• Funding varies.

How to apply

1. 1Confirm readiness: Ensure you meet criteria (e.g., ABN, turnover limits, GST registration), align project objectives with grant goals, and estimate time for evidence gathering and writing.
2. 2Gather evidence: Collect documents like financials, business plans, market research, project budgets, resumes, risk analysis, and support letters to prove capability and impact.
3. 3Register/log in: Obtain an Australian Business Number (ABN) if needed, sign into the relevant portal (e.g., Business Grants Hub portal), and note any prerequisites like advisory service reports.
4. 4Prepare and write application: Address all selection criteria clearly (project details, government alignment, costs, outcomes, benefits); keep concise, factual, and compelling; validate for completeness.
5. 5Review, approve, and submit: Proofread, get stakeholder sign-off, submit online via the portal before deadline (no late entries); expect eligibility check, merit assessment, and outcome notification.
6. 6Visit https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/community-development-fund-vic for application details

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