Need some help getting your one-off community or sporting event, or club project off the ground?
Then a Sunshine Coast Council Minor Grant could be just what you need!
Applications are now open for the latest round of grants. Not-for-profit community groups can apply for up to $3000 – up from $2000 last year – as part of a total pool of $160,000.
Previous funding recipient, Sunshine Coast Footvolley Club used their allocation to introduce a fun, high-energy new sport to the community.
Footvolley is a combination of volleyball and soccer with no-hands allowed to touch the ball.
Last year the club was awarded $2000 to purchase promotional materials and training equipment, which helped grow their exposure and attract new members to this exciting beach sport.
Club organiser Ivan Falcao said the grant had been a huge boost for players and for showcasing this new sport to the community.
“Council’s funding boost for equipment and branding has helped our group build a strong, visual identity and establish ourselves within our community,” Ivan said.
Club coach, Lucas Oliveira, joined the Sunshine Coast Footvolley team in 2024, after originally competing in the sport in 2014 in Brazil.
Despite the city not having beaches, Lucas and a group of friends adapted public volleyball courts to footvolley and started playing socially.
“The sport became my passion, and I progressed into competitive tournaments, achieving first place and podiums in in competitions,” Lucas said.
“Moving to the Sunshine Coast has given me the chance to introduce footvolley to the local community, which has really made me feel at home here.
For more information head to Sunshine Coast Footvolley teams Facebook page.
Strong Community Portfolio Councillor David Law is calling on people to apply for a Minor Grant in this latest round for projects that inspire volunteering and bring people together this summer.
“Local not-for-profit groups, clubs and events all contribute to activating and strengthening our neighbourhoods, which builds stronger community connections and the local economy,” Cr Law said.
“We want to support projects and groups that encourage people to connect, activate community spaces and make great things happen. If you’ve got a great idea that will make a difference, we want to hear from you.
This year we have increased the maximum grant amount from $2000 to $3000 following a review of the Community Grants Program earlier in the year.’’
Applications for Minor grants can be submitted under one of the following categories:
– Community development.
– Community facilities.
– Creative development.
– Cultural heritage.
– Economic development.
– Sport and recreation.
Applications for otheur current round of Minor Community Grants close 27 October.
Successful applicants will be notified by mid-December.
To apply or learn more, visit Council’s website sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/grants and to start an online application.
