Recreation Assistance Grant Program

The Mildura Rural City Council Recreation Grants provides $229,000 annually to support local recreation groups.

The grants help fund projects that:

  • Encourage participation in sport and recreation
  • Improve access to quality sporting and recreation facilities, programs and activities.
  • Support a diverse range of leisure and recreation opportunities.

Before you start an application, you must read these guidelines and discuss your project idea with a member of the Recreation Team at Mildura Rural City Council.

Applications must be submitted online through the grants portal: www.mrcc.smartygrants.com.au.

For more information or to discuss your application, contact Council on 03 5018 8100 or email sue.obrien@mildura.vic.gov.au

How much is available?

Participation Planning  Infrastructure Infrastructure Infrastructure
Grant Stream Club Support Grant Recreation Planning Grant Changeroom Retrofit Grant Minor Facility Upgrade Grant Major Facility Upgrade Grant
How much can I apply for? Up to $2,000 Up to $19,000  Up to $20,000 Up to $20,000 $20,000 - $50,000

All grant streams operate on a minimum 2:1 ($2.00 Council - $1.00 Applicant) funding ratio.

When do grant applications open and close?

Applications for all grant funding streams open in July and close in March.

How do I apply for this grant?

Applications must be submitted electronically via Council’s online grants portal (Smartygrants).

To start an application please call 03 5018 8100 and ask to speak to the relevant grants officer within the Recreation Team.