Community Fund application form

Applications close 29 November 2024 at 5:00pm. Late applications or amendments to submitted applications cannot be accepted after this time.

If you have any enquiries about the fund or need help with applying, please contact communityfund@energyq.com.au and we'll be in touch.

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Required fields are marked with an asterisk (*).

Organisation/Community Group Details
Briefly describe the core purpose of the organisation and its activities (max 400 characters).
Street address or PO Box where we can send promotional items if required, e.g. bunting, banners, etc.
This is required. Individuals wishing to apply should seek sponsorship from an incorporated, not-for-profit organisation.
GST status *
Has the organisation received funding from us in the past? * If yes, you are still eligible to reapply.
Primary Contact Person Details
Enter the best daytime contact number as 10 digits with no spaces.
Secondary Contact Person Details
Enter the best daytime contact number as 10 digits with no spaces.
Project Overview
Project category * Please select all categories which apply.
Select the anticipated start date.
Select the anticipated completion date.
Maximum grant amount is $10,000 ex gst. Please enter the amount with no spaces or commas, e.g. 8000
Please list how the funding requested will be spent. Estimates are fine.
Have you received funding from other organisations for the project? * If yes, are there any other electricity companies involved and who are they?
Please separate each company name with a comma.
Are you seeking funding for solar PV panels? * To be eligible for solar photovoltaic (PV) panels you must currently have no solar PV generation systems installed at the premises (solar hot water, solar pumps and solar air conditioning systems are acceptable).
Project Details - About the Project
Describe the project, detailing the activities involved in its implementation.
Explain the project objectives that benefit the local community, e.g. supporting the energy transition to renewables, local economy or community wellbeing.
Please be sure to provide detail where outcomes are tangible, e.g. the expected reduction in energy use or attendance at a community event.
Types of reporting * Please select the reporting measures you are able to provide (select all that apply).
Project Details - Community Involvement and Promotion
Is there opportunity for members of the community to be involved in the project either during, or as a result of its completion?
Consider the number of members you communicate with through your normal communication activities, as well as any specific marketing you plan to do.
Tell us why we are a good fit as your preferred partner. Do you have a strong social media presence, or events or signage opportunities that we could benefit from? Could our local employees engage with your community?
Which of our network regions does your project cover? * Where will your project have an impact? Tick all that apply.
Project Details - Background
Have you run an initiative or used grant monies before? Have you got the resources and support you need to do it again? Tell us about your experience if so.
For example, is your project connected to one of our battery or infrastructure projects?
Supporting Documentation
Attach any supporting documentation you feel is critical to your application’s success, e.g. quotes or photos.
Only one file can be accepted, please scan multiple documents into one file (max file size 5MB).
Marketing Information
How did you find out about the Community Fund? * Please select all that apply.
Applicant's Declaration
Information given declaration *
Terms and conditions *