March 9, 2022
The Foundation For Regional and Rural Renewal (FRRR) is inviting applications for the next round of its Rebuilding Regional Communities Program.
The program provides grants for a range of grassroots, community-led initiatives that will help communities bounce back from the COVID-19 pandemic by strengthening social connections, supporting jobs and creating economic opportunities.
It gives local businesses and community groups in regional Australia the chance to share in a $5.7 million funding pool.
Member for Maranoa David Littleproud said the grant program would deliver a much-needed boost for local businesses, communities and towns hit hard by the pandemic.
“The government is continuing to invest in projects and initiatives that will make our communities more resilient and more vibrant,” Mr Littleproud said.
“After being hit with bushfires, drought and flooding in recent years, the COVID-19 pandemic brought with it new challenges for locals and the communities in which they live.
“Access to this funding will help local groups restart activities and maintain social support networks in regional towns as they recover from these setbacks.”
Mr Littleproud said that as a regional MP, he knew how tough it had been for community groups to raise funds to sustain their operations and provide services across communities.
“I know that small grants can have a big impact on regional communities and this $5.7 million in further funding will help drive the recovery of our regions.”
The Federal Government is partnering with FRRRR to deliver the program between February 2022 and February 2024.
Funding is available from two streams to support regional initiatives:
- The Micro Projects stream will provide small grants of up to $10,000 for regional communities with fewer than 50,000 people to help sustain local organisations and their work.
- The COVID Recovery stream will provide up to $50,000 for larger projects that will enhance the recovery of communities affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The next round will receive Expressions of Interest until April 12, and applications will close on May 31.
- More information and application forms are available online
