Grants/Scholarship Opportunities
Dorset Council offers grants and education scholarships to the community through the Community Grants Program and the Barry Jarvis Education Scholarships.
2020 Barry Jarvis Education Scholarships NOW OPEN
Dorset Council provides eight scholarships annually for local community members to further their education. These have been named in honour of the late Mayor Barry Jarvis, who was a strong advocate of education in Dorset.
Application forms can be downloaded below, with applications closing at 5pm, Friday 7 February 2020.
Completed application forms can be emailed to dorset@dorset.tas.gov.au, handed in at the Council Office - 3 Ellenor Street, Scottsdale or posted to PO Box 21, Scottsdale 7260. If you require more information, please contact Customer Service/Community Liaison Officer, Elizabeth Hadley on 03 6352 6500.
- Barry Jarvis Scottsdale High School Scholarships (x 5)
These scholarships are intended to assist local students to continue their studies in Grade 11 or 12 at the Scottsdale High School. It is hoped providing additional financial support will help local students reach their full potential here in Dorset.
(Five $500 scholarships are available for Grade 11 or 12 students in 2020)
2020 Scottsdale High School Scholarship Application Form
- Barry Jarvis Apprenticeship/Traineeship Scholarship
This scholarship is intended to assist a local community member interested in undertaking an apprenticeship or traineeship realise their aspirations by providing additional financial support during such training.
(One $1,000 apprenticeship or traineeship scholarship is available in 2020)
2020 Apprenticeship/Traineeship Scholarship Application Form
- Barry Jarvis Agribusiness Scholarship
This scholarship is intended to provide additional financial support to a local student enrolled in the University of Tasmania’s Associate Degree in Agribusiness.
(One scholarship is available in 2020, providing $2,500 per year for two years)
2020 Agribusiness Scholarship Application Form
- Barry Jarvis University Scholarship
This scholarship is intended to assist a local student with expenses associated with studying at (any) university, providing ongoing financial assistance for three years of their course.
(One scholarship is available in 2020, providing $3,000 per year for three years)
2020 University Scholarship Application Form
Dorset Council Community Grants Program - ROUND 2 NOW OPEN
Dorset Council offers three grants to community groups under the Community Grants Program. Depending on the type of project and the funds required, community groups can apply for one of three grants from a total pool of $55,000:
Dorset Council Small Grant Stream (up to $2,000*):
The purpose of these grants is to contribute to community life in Dorset. Community groups and organisations are encouraged to apply for financial assistance towards programs, projects or events that improve the well-being of people living in Dorset.
Dorset Council Small Grants Guidelines / Application Form **
Dorset Council Community Matching Funds Grant Stream (up to $15,000*, and with matching contribution):
The purpose of these grants is to provide community groups and organisations with additional resources for community-driven projects that enhance and strengthen the Dorset community - note, funds must be matched (with a matching dollar value of cash and/or in-kind contribution from the requesting group or organisation). All projects are initiated, planned and implemented by community members, in partnership with Dorset Council.
Dorset Council Community Matching Funds Grant Guidelines / Application Form **
Dorset Councillors Discretionary Grant Stream (up to $15,000):
The purpose of these grants is to provide community organisations with funding for projects that are on land owned by Dorset Council. Applications for one of these grants may be submitted at any time, using the appropriate application form. (Discretionary grant funds become available from 1 July each year, and remain available during the financial year until that year's discretionary grant pool has been fully allocated).
Dorset Councillors Discretionary Grants Guidelines / Application Form **
* Applications must be submitted in accordance with the Critical Dates listed in their relevant Guidelines. Make sure to review these guidelines prior to submitting a grant application.
** Community groups wanting to apply for ANY funding stream must first make an appointment with a member of the Community & Development Team to discuss project eligibility and feasibility. Please phone 03 6352 6500 to make an appointment.
The following is a sample Grant Evaluation Form, which successful applicants have to complete within two months of spending their grant funds: Evaluation Form We recommend reviewing this document prior to submitting a Grant Application.
SUBSCRIBE TO RECEIVE GRANT ALERTS: To receive regular information on a range of grants available to community organisations, subscribe to the grant alert email service by emailing csrgrants@dpac.tas.gov.au
External Grants and Funding Opportunities:
Check the links below for external grants and funding opportunities that may be relevant to your business, organisation or group.