Category 1 & 2 grants are now open for a new round.

What are ClubGRANTS?

ClubGRANTS is a statewide initiative that provides financial support for projects and services that contribute to the wellbeing of local communities. There are two rounds of grants available for individuals, community groups, sporting groups and not-for-profit organisations in the Bega Valley:

Category 1 – Bega Valley Shire Council coordinates these grants, where groups can apply for grants for projects and services that contribute to the wellbeing of local communities.  2025 grants are now closed. Bega Valley Shire Council will announce on their website and social media when the next round is open.

Category 1 – In Kind. Non-monetary support, assistance with room hire, prizes for fundraisers and so on. You apply directly to your local club for Category 1 In-Kind grants. Grants are now open at the Merimbula RSL Club until 31 August 2026.

Category 2 – You apply directly to your local club for Category 2 grants. Grants are now open at the Merimbula RSL Club until 31 August 2026.

Category 2 – In Kind. Non-monetary support, assistance with room hire, prizes for fundraisers and so on. You apply directly to your local club for Category 2 In-Kind grants. Grants are now open at the Merimbula RSL Club until 31 August 2026.

Merimbula RSL ClubGrants online

Who can apply for Category 2 funding, and for what projects?

The Merimbula RSL Club is keen to support smaller communities in the shire who don’t have their own services club. If you are from areas like Kyah, Towombah, Rocky Hall or Candelo for example, the RSL Board welcomes your applications.

The scope of projects you can apply for is broad, as long as the funds stay in the Bega Valley Shire. People outside the shire can also apply if the project is benefitting the Bega Valley. For example, the Merimbula RSL Club has previously funded Sydney-based organisation ‘Careflight’ because they were seeking support for the services they provide to families in the Bega Valley Shire.

Read more about our previous grants on our Latest News page

Who can apply for Category 1 funding, and how?

You follow a similar process to apply for Category 1 funding, which is coordinated by Bega Valley Shire Council and provided by six registered clubs across the shire: Bermagui Country Club, Club Bega, Club Sapphire Merimbula, Eden Sports and Recreation Club, the Merimbula RSL and Tura Beach Country Club. Just make sure you select the correct category when filling out your application form. Bega Valley Shire Council will announce on their website and social media when the next round is open.

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