National Science Week 2016
Executive Committee allocation
Sydney Science Festival runs from to 11-21 August 2016 as part of National Science
Week. The NSW Inspiring Australia and National Science Week Executive Committee is
offering up to $5,000 to organisations that intend to present public events that will
attract at least 500 people as part of Sydney Science Festival.
The objective of this funding is to support a small number of high-profile events to
deliver accessible, entertaining and educational experiences that are open to the general
public as part of Sydney Science Festival. The Executive Committee is interested in
supporting initiatives that invite participation from the wider community, including
those who may not have participated in National Science Week programs in the past.
What the funds can be used for
The Executive Committee invites applications to support
 Events that can be used to mark the launch of National Science Week in NSW –
note that a requirement would include agreement by the event host to welcome
NSW government representatives to formally launch National Science Week as
part of their event.
 Payment of sole contractors, performers and presenters.
 Production and marketing expenses involved with large events.
Eligibility
This funding is NOT available to organisations that have already received a 2016 grant
from National Science Week or Inspiring Australia.
Applicants should consider the following:
 Applicants suggesting consideration of events as potential National Science Week
launch events will would ideally occur prior to 13 August in order to showcase
the week ahead.
 Events that target the wider community and make an effort to attract new
audiences will be highly regarded.
Budget
 Applicants must submit a detailed budget as part of the application form.
 You may charge people to access the event (for example if this involves
performances or activities offered as part of offerings that come with museum
entry) but if you are successful in receiving funds you will be required to provide
some free tickets to VIPs and volunteers.
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Requirements
Grant recipients will be required to:
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Be part of Sydney Science Festival, provide event details to the Festival organisers
in a timely manner, and comply with Festival collaborator requirements.
Register their event on the National Science Week website.
Acknowledge Inspiring Australia’s funding support and participation in Sydney
Science Festival by ensuring logo placement on event collateral.
Display National Science Week/Sydney Science Festival signage at the event.
Complete budget acquittal forms and feedback surveys.
Provide digital images and/or video of activities to help Inspiring Australia
showcase successful grant-supported events.
How to apply
Download and complete this application form and return it to
inspiring.nsw@sydney.edu.au by COB Monday 23 May 2016. Successful applicants will
be notified of the results by Friday 27 May 2016.
Payment of the grant will be made upon receipt of a valid tax invoice and once event
details are logged on both the National Science Week and Sydney Science Festival events
calendars.
Questions and requests for further information can be directed to
inspiring.nsw@sydney.edu.au
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Applicant details
Name of Organisation
Address
ABN
Name of Applicant
Position
Contact details
Phone:
Email:
Details of proposed event
Give a brief description of your initiative (max 300 words):
Proposed date and time for event:
Performers/presenters to be part of event:
Target audience for event:
Expected audience numbers:
How will you promote this event?
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Budget
Please use this template to provide the budget for your submission.
Please include details of other sources of funding, pro bono partner contributions, and
estimates of voluntary contributions including volunteer labour, free use of venues, etc.
All figures should exclude GST.
Funding amount requested from National Science Week NSW Executive Committee
$
Other funding sources available towards this event (e.g. cash contribution from
sponsor and/or partner contribution).
$
Project Item
Amount requested from
National Science Week
NSW Executive
Committee
In-kind contribution (e.g
volunteer staff hours, free
use of venues, other
contributions)
Labour e.g. guest speakers,
specialist contractors etc.
Production costs e.g.
materials, hire fees, venue
catering etc.
Marketing/media/promotion
e.g. printing, advertising, etc.
Administration and
overheads e.g. permits,
insurance etc.
Other (please specify)
Total amount
Please email this completed form to: inspiring.nsw@sydney.edu.au
Applications close at by COB Monday 23 May 2016.
Successful applicants will be notified of the results by Friday 27 May 2016.
Late applications will not be considered.
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