Funding & Grants

Holroyd City Council Community Assistance Program ($251-$5,000)

Council’s Community Assistance Program (CAP) provides financial support to assist community based organisations with providing services and programs in the Holroyd Local Government Area that demonstrate a wide community benefit.

Community Builders ($10,000-$110,000)

The Community Builder Grants Program is a State Government funding program administered through the NSW Department of Community Services. Funding is available for innovative projects that aim to build strength and capacity within communities.

University Scholarship ($2246 per annum)

The university scholarship program is open to local students under 25 beginning tertiary study in 2009 at the University of Western Sydney.

Minor Assistance Program ($250 Maximum)

Through the Minor Assistance Program small donations may be granted by Council in response to specific requests for one-off projects/initiatives that arise throughout the year which provide a benefit to the community of Holroyd.

Clubs for Holroyd Community Development and Support Expenditure Scheme

The Community Development and Support Expenditure (CDSE) Scheme is a funding program supported by registered clubs which earn over $1 million in gaming revenue. The participating clubs in Holroyd are: Wenty Leagues, Guildford Leagues, Merrylands RSL and Merrylands Bowling Club.

Youth Support Program ($500 maximum)

The Youth Support program provides assistance for young people (12-21 years) who are involved at advanced levels in sporting, cultural, academic or community service activities.