Small Equipment Grants: Quick Response

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Applications are currently closed.


Grants of up to $3,000 are available in this program.  A funding contribution from the applicant is not required in this grant stream.  

Applications are assessed and funding is awarded on a monthly basis until the allocated budget is exhausted (per financial year).


About this grant

Surf Coast Shire is committed to supporting diverse community groups and organisations who contribute to a thriving community and environment.

The Small Equipment Grants: Quick Response fund groups and organisations to make minor equipment purchases, upgrades or replacement to assist with and/or expand their activities.  

Applications are assessed against the grant criteria outlined in the guidelines by a panel of Council Officers.

Assessment scores of:

  • above 85 will be fully funded
  • between 75-85 partially funded (75% of request if project can still be delivered)
  • between 50-75 partially funded (50% of request if project can still be delivered)
  • less than 50, not funded

It is a requirement that all successful grant applications align with the Surf Coast Shire Council Health and Wellbeing Plan.


Other information  

Before applying:

1.  Read these Guidelines(PDF, 365KB)  and check your eligibility.

2.  Call our Grants Team on 5261 0600 to discuss your idea and ask any questions.