 Regional Development Australia Fund
On March 3 the Minister for Regional Australia, Regional Development and Local Government, The Hon Simon Crean MP, announced establishment of the $1.4 billion Regional Development Australia Fund.
“From today the Regional Development Australia Fund is open for business and I look forward to receiving strong, well-researched, strategic applications for funding.
Resources will be delivered over five years and funding has been allocated as part of the agreement struck with the Independents last September with a $1.4 billion commitment.
This $1.4 billion includes more than $1 billion to the Regional Development Australia Fund in addition to the $350 million earmarked to rebuild regional Australia devastated by recent natural disasters.” he announced.
Allocation of funding, which is focused on development of infrastructure, will be competitive, merit-based and only applications that have the backing of the local Regional Development Australia (RDA) committee will be considered.
Some of the key criteria from the application funding guidelines are:
• delivery of concrete economic and social benefits
• commitment to innovation and building capacity in local communities
• linking regional communities across traditional boundaries, and
• ability to leverage additional funding across government and the private sector.
Grants of between $500 000 and $25 million will be available to support projects. Grants of more than $5 million must be matched funds from sources other than the Australian Government. To ensure an immediate and positive impact, projects must be 'investment ready' and all planning, rezoning, environmental and native title approvals should be in place.
Guidelines for the program will be released shortly and to introduce the Regional Development Australia Fund to the Peel region RDA Peel will be holding a series of information sessions across the region in the near future.
To express your interest in attending one of these sessions please contact:
Nola Durnin
Community & Grants Coordinator
RDA Peel
P: 08 9586 3405
F: 08 9586 3411
E: community@rdapeel.org.au
back to top
Focus on our Community
Calvary Youth Services Mandurah Inc.
Calvary Youth Services is a crisis accommodation service that provides safe and secure accommodation for young people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The service operates and is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and accommodates young people aged 15 – 25 years for up to 3 months depending on their situation. Clients are case managed and supported by Youth Support Workers to move from crisis to independent living.
Calvary has been operating in Mandurah for 26 years. Originally Calvary was a welfare service and then become a Youth Crisis Centre in approximately 1991. In 2009 Calvary celebrated 25 years of service.
Our Mission Statement is:
Calvary Youth Services Mandurah Inc is a non-government Christian Organisation.
We are committed to providing safe and secure accommodation to at risk or homeless young people between the ages of 15 and 25. We will assist them in their desire to overcome areas of crisis and to journey from a reliance on supporting agencies to a healthy, connected, independent lifestyle.
In addition to the crisis center we have two Transitional Housing units which can accommodate young people who have been through the crisis centre and are given the opportunity to further develop their independent living skills while still being semi supported by the agency.
Currently Calvary is in the process of securing two more units from Dept. of Housing, which is very exciting not only for Calvary but for young people who may get the opportunity to live in the unit. As affordable accommodation is a significant issue in the Peel Region this will be a very welcome addition to our Transitional Housing Program.
Agency staffing consists of 1 full time Coordinator, 1 full time Administrator/Youth Support Worker, 2 full time Youth Support Workers and 8 casual Youth Support Workers. Calvary currently has a vacancy for a full time Youth Support Worker (preferably a male) and is looking for the ‘right’ person for the job.
Lisa Dunne, Coordinator M: 0439 999 089 E: coordinator@calvaryyouth.com.au
Calvary Youth Services
40 Sutton Street, Mandurah
P: 08 9581 1741 F: 08 9535 5874 M: 0419 909 178 E: calvaryyouth@bigpond.com
back to top
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.
Community Association Fund - City of Mandurah
The City of Mandurah invites local community groups to apply for grants through the Community Association Fund, Round 2: 2010/2011. Funding is available for projects that:
• Increase community participation and involvement in Mandurah
• Develop the skills of community associations and volunteer based organizations
The Community Association Funds are contributions to assist incorporated, not-for-profit community groups to deliver projects. This round there is a total pool of $19,700 available to local groups, with two grant streams:
(a) One-off funding for community projects or events (Grants up to $1000): Associations applying for this grant can only receive funding once per financial year and only for different or new projects.
(b) Recurrent funding – Co-contribution grants (Grants up to $500): Associations are required to fund 50% of the project’s cash contribution. This grant suits associations that provide the same community event or project every year.
Applications close 4.30pm on Friday 18 March 2011
For more information contact the Community Development Officer, on 9550 3850 or cdo@mandurah.wa.gov.au or online at http://www.mandurah.wa.gov.au/support.htm
Youth Grants WA- Strategic Project Grants program
The Department for Communities is currently seeking applications for the Youth Grants WA - Strategic Project Grants. Up to $25,000 are available for projects that address particular themes and priorities of the Minister for Youth and/or the Department for Communities, which are targeted for the benefit of young people between the ages of 12 to 25 years and/or the youth sector more generally.
The project should address one or more of the following priorities:
• improving mental and emotional well being
• increasing drug and alcohol awareness
• changing community perceptions about young people
• enhancing the lives of young people with disabilities
• providing support for young carers
• addressing youth homelessness
Applications close 5.00pm Friday, 30 April 2011.
For more information visit the website at www.communities.wa.gov.au or click for the grants guidelines and application form. Contact the Grants and Contracts Officer for more information by telephoning (08) 6217 8400 or email grants@communities.wa.gov.au.
SGIO 2011 Community Grants Program
Community groups seeking funding for programs in the areas of crime prevention, road safety, emergency readiness and response or the environment may be eligible to apply for a grant of up to $5,000 (inc GST). So if you are part of an organisation apply now, or if you know of a local group in your area that is trying to make a difference, let them know today so SGIO can help make your community safer.
Applications are now open and close Thursday 31 March.
More information, click the link which will also take you to the application form, or phone 1300 306 496.
WA Grants for Women Program
The Department for Communities is currently seeking applications for the WA Grants for Women Program. In support of the Centenary of International Women’s Day in 2011, one-off grants of up to $5,000 is available to eligible community groups and organisations for projects that strengthen the social and economic wellbeing of women, increase their participation in the community, promote positive images of women, encourage women's leadership and/or encourage women's sense of safety.
Applications close 5:00pm on Friday 15 April 2011.
For more information visit the Department's website at www.communities.wa.gov.au or click for the program guidelines and application form. Any questions or queries, please contact the Department for Communities on (08) 6217 8400 or email grants@communities.wa.gov.au.
Community Heritage Grants
CHG program provides grants of up to $15,000 to community organisations such as libraries, archives, museums, genealogical and historical societies, multicultural and indigenous groups. The grants are provided to assist with the preservation of locally owned, but nationally significant collections of materials that are publicly accessible including artifacts, letters, diaries, maps, photographs and audio visual material. Since 1994 over $3.6 million has been awarded to community organisations throughout Australia.
The types of projects supported include Significance Assessments of collections; Preservation Needs Assessments of collections; conservation activities and collection management; and training workshops.
Applications are now open and close 5.00pm Friday, 6 May 2011.
More information, guidelines and applications forms go to http://www.nla.gov.au/chg/ or contact Dianne Dahlitz, the CHG Coordinator on 02 6262 1147 or email chg@ngl.gov.au
The SBS Foundation
SBS is now calling for nominations from charities and not-for-profits to share in $2 million worth of television airtime the SBS Foundation will donate during 2011. To be eligible for support from the SBS Foundation charities or not-for-profits must complete an application form.
Nominations close 5pm (EDST) Thursday 31 March 2011.
For more information, guidelines and terms & conditions and to download an application form click here.
back to top
Successful Grant Recipients
HEALTHWAYS COMMUNITY ALCOHOL PROJECT GRANT
The David Wirrpanda Foundation will receive $120,000 in total over two years and will be matched by funding from WA Health Dept. to expand and modify its activities to focus specifically on youth in the Peel who are at risk from alcohol and drug related harm.
The Foundation will soon start to work with disadvantaged students aged 13 to 17 years, many of whom are indigenous, in four high schools in the Peel - Pinjarra Senior High School, Mandurah College and community colleges at Coodanup and Warnbro.
2011 NATIONAL YOUTH WEEK GRANTS
- Shire of Waroona - $1,000 to facilitate the 'Rhythm with Amiva' Workshop to encourage youth to express themselves through rhythm techniques.
- Shire of Murray - $1,000 to carry out the 'Shire of Murray Youth Day' event involving skate demonstrations, competitions and facilitated discussions.
- Butterfly Project auspiced by Serpentine-Jarrahdale Shire - $500 to carry out the 'Girl Power' event where activities include a caring for animals workshop and 'Horse Talk' workshop.
THE 'YES' SHOP COMMUNITY GRANT - OPTUS
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Waroona - $6,740 towards library resources
LOTTERYWEST - DECEMBER 2010
In December 2010, Lotterywest made 81 grants totalling over $5 million
- North Yunderup Community Assoc Inc. - $4,900 towards facilitation fees and materials in relation to the Kingfisher Skate Park Project.
back to top
Community Information
Lending a hand in WA
To find out how you can volunteer and help with the flood and fire devastated communities in WA contact Volunteering WA or South West Catchment Councils.
Australian Taxation Office - new guide for non-profit sporting clubs
In February the ATO has released a new guide - Income tax exemption and sporting clubs - to help non-profit clubs self-assess whether they are exempt from income tax as a society, association or club established for the
encouragement of a game or sport.
For more information go to the guide on the ATO website.
Review of Caring for our Country
The Australian Government will collect and analyse information from a range of stakeholders and other sources. The information and analysis will inform government about potential program improvement options for natural resource management program delivery in the future.
In reviewing the Caring for our Country initiative the Australian Government will consider the program elements that underpin its delivery, including but not limited to: the business plan approach, setting national priority areas for investment, setting and use of outcomes and targets, integration of programs, regional delivery arrangements, engagement with stakeholders, monitoring and evaluation and administrative processes.
For more information click here.
back to top
Community Workshops
Peel Away the Mask II: Community Research Forum
What are the challenges facing your community or your organisation? What are its strengths? What is your greatest need?
Peel Away the Mask II, partly funded by RDA Peel, is investigating challenges and strengths specific to our local communities & community services in the Peel Region. Robyn Mayes from Curtin University is undertaking this important study into the social conditions of the Peel Region and would value your input.
Tell us what you think and learn what contribution others have. Come along to the Shire of Waroona Community Research Forum on
Thursday March 17, 9.30 am —11.30 am at Waroona Community Resource Centre
Please RSVP for catering: admin@pcdg.org.au
Can’t make it? Arrange another time by contacting Peel Community Development Group on either 08 9535 0011 or admin@pcdg.org.au
back to top
|
