Reef Catchments Public Fund
Funding guidelines and application form
The Reef Catchments Public Fund was established in
2008 to enhance the capacity of community groups
to become involved in natural resource management
within the Mackay Whitsunday region.
The Public Fund aims to empower our regional
community to develop natural resource management
initiatives that are consistent with the Reef
Catchments Mackay Whitsunday Isaac Natural
Resource Management Plan.
To be eligible, projects need to align with the key goals
of the Reef Catchments Strategic Plan. These are:
•
Sustainable use of the region’s natural resource
assets;
•
Improved community knowledge and interaction in
natural resource management; and
•
Record and report on the natural resource
condition.
Community interest groups, schools and other not-forprofit organisations can apply for grants up to $2,500
to implement environmental projects.
Funding is also provided on a 50/50 contribution basis
between the Public Fund and the applicant.
By working together, we can achieve our vision
of enhanced natural resources for a sustainable
community.
What don’t we fund:
Who can apply for funding:
A group or entity wishing to apply for a Public Fund
grant must be located within the Mackay Whitsunday
Isaac region. Funding is available for:
•
Schools (including P&C and P&F Associations);
•
Community interest Groups; and
• Not-for-Profit Organisations.
[NB: Community interest groups and other not-for profit
organisations wishing to apply must be aware that:
a) Funding is by way of a commercial contract
and so a current ABN must be available for
inclusion in all such a funding contracts, and
b) Funding will only be offered where the activity
is considered to offer a community benefit to
the region (i.e. residential and commercial
interests cannot be considered]
What do we fund:
Eligible projects must focus on the sustainable
management of a natural resource (land, water,
biodiversity, coasts and marine) within the Mackay
Whitsunday region and must deliver a real tangible
difference to the local environment through on ground
project actions.
Funding is also available to purchase equipment to
deliver a project or to continue a current project.
Funding is not available for project planning, to
engage a consultant to develop a project plan, or
to engage in political advocacy actions. It is only
available for on ground project actions.
How to apply:
If your group and project meet the above criteria,
please complete the application form and return it
attention to:
Reef Catchments Public Fund
172 Victoria Street
PO Box 815
Mackay QLD 4740
Funding rounds:
Funding round for 2013/14 is opened March 2013
and closes 15 June 2013.
More information:
For more information or for advice on applying for a
grant, contact Reef Catchments on (07) 4968 4200 or
email Corporate Services Manager Rod Hall at
rod.hall@reefcatchments.com.au.
Application Cover Sheet
This form is for the Reef Catchments Public Fund applications. Please ensure you have read the Public Fund
Guidelines before you commence filling in this form.
Name of group/organisation applying for funding
Project Title (maximum 15 words)
Project summary (maximum 100 words)
Proposed budget
$
Proposed duration
Start date (month/year)
Completion date (month/year)
Type of project
Please tick the relevant category(s) for your project.
land
water
biodiversity
coasts
marine
Section 1: Applicant details
The applicant is the group or organisation applying for funding. This will be the entity with whom the Public Fund
will form a funding contract.
1.1 Name of group/organisation
Service/activity of your group or organisation
Street Address
Postal Address
Email Address
Telephone (business hours)
1.2 Contact person
The contact person is the individual responsible for the implementation of your project and the expenditure of
the funds. This person will also sign the funding contract.
Title
Full name
Position
Telephone
Mobile
Fax
Email
First name
Last name
Section 2: Project Plan
2.1 Project description (maximum 500 words)
Provide a detailed description of your project, what natural resource issue/s it will address, what actions will be
carried out as part of the project, and who will be involved. Make sure to include a a timeline of activities and
your project milestones.
Section 2: Project Plan
2.2 Budget for project
The following table is required to be completed in full. Please ensure to include any other funding sought for the
project (if any) and if it is secured. Please also include any in-kind support.
Description of
items
Total cost
(exclude GST)
Public Fund
funding
Other source/s of funding
Organisation
*Security of
funds
Proposed
expenditure
Total
*Security of funds:
In-hand: Co-investment of cash funds are in the bank or are legally held by the applicant.
Committed: Resources have been proven and are set in place for the delivery of the project activity.
Allocated: Additional cash and/or resources have been described in the project application but have not been finally agreed to by the
applicant and their partners.
Dependent on Fundraising: Cash and resource provision for the project is dependent on another project application being successful.
At the time of project submission no formal commitment of cash and or resources is possible.
(Note: successful applicants will receive 50% of funding when approved and 50% when projects are completed.
Purchase receipts and photographic evidence must be supplied to receive the final 50% of approved funding.)
2.3 Expected outcomes of the project (maximum 250 words)
Outline the expected project outcomes (what you will achieve) and how they will address the natural resource
issue/s identified in your project description and benefit the local environment.
Section 3: Project support
3.1 Letter/s of support
Please provide at least one letter of support to strengthen your application. This can be a letter from a member
of the community or an individual who will benefit and/or supports your project, or someone who can attest to
your capacity to undertake the project.
3.1 Referee 1
Title
First name
Last name
Title
First name
Last name
Full name
Organisation
(if applicable)
Position
(if applicable)
Telephone
Mobile
Email
3.2 Referee 2
Full name
Organisation
(if applicable)
Position
(if applicable)
Telephone
Mobile
Email
Section 4: Application declaration
Applicants should note that by completing and submitting this application form they agree to the following:
I certify that:
To the best of my knowledge, the information contained in this application is complete and correct and no
information is false or misleading.
I understand that by completing this application that the Public Fund is under no obligation to provide funding
for this project.
I understand the grant must be used for the purpose in which it will be given and must be used in accordance
with the specifications detailed in the project plan (Section 2. Project Plan).
The project has not already received funding in part or in full from any other funding sources, except as outlined
in the project budget (Section 2.2 Budget of project).
I understand that no more than two applications for each group/organisation can be submitted per funding
round.
I understand that 50% of the total project cost will be paid to successful applicants when funding is approved,
with the remaining 50% to be paid following the supply of sufficient proof the project has been completed.
I give my permission for the Reef Catchments Public Fund to contact any relevant persons or organisations as
part of the processing of this application.
I understand that if successful the Reef Catchments Public Fund may place information and/or promote the
project in the public domain (e.g. media, web), and will support and/or participate in such activities.
I agree to accept all responsibility for the project including all planning, regulatory and other approvals, permits
and permissions (only if applicable to the project) are obtained before commencing this project.
If submitted in hardcopy by mail or delivery:
Signature
Title
Full name
Position
Organisation
Date
First name
Last name
Section 5: Checklist and Feedback
Please take a moment to go over your application and ensure you have completed all sections of the application
form. Please tick the relevant section below as you check your application.
Application cover sheet: please ensure you have completed all sections including group/organisation
name, project name, project summary, overall budget, project duration and project type.
Section 1 - Application Details: please ensure all details your group/organisation and contact person are
completed.
Section 2 - Project Plan: please ensure you have addressed all elements of the project plan including
project description, budget of the project and expected outcomes.
Section 3 - Letters of Support: please ensure you have included at least one letter of support and that
your referee details are completed in Section 3 of this application form.
Section 4 - Declaration: please read all statements carefully before signing.
How did you hear about us?
Please take a moment to let us know how you found out about the Public Fund. Please check all boxes that apply.
Newspaper editorial
Newspaper advert (Public Notices or Classifieds)
Email
Reef Catchments website
Word of mouth