City of Greater Geelong

2026-27 Positive Ageing Grants

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Positive Ageing Grants

Translation and Interpreting Service

 
 
If you need an interpreter, please call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) on 131 450 and ask them to telephone the City of Greater Geelong on 03 5272 5272.  Our business hours are 8.30am-5.00pm.
 

National Relay Service (NRS)

If you are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment  and you wish to call a staff member, you can do so through the National Relay Service (NRS) and ask for 03 5272 5272 who can connect you with the grants team.

  • TTY users can phone 13 36 77
  • Speak & Listen (speech-to-speech) users can phone 1300 555 727
  • SMS relay users can message 0423 677 767

Note: Area code must be included for each call.

For a full list of NRS call numbers, visit National Relay Service call numbers.

How to complete this form

 

1. Read the grant guidelines to understand the objectives of this grant

2. Ensure that all required supporting documentation is available to upload where needed. See the list below for specific items.

3. To make sure you don’t lose any information, we recommend clicking 'Save Progress' every 10 minutes while filling out the form

4. Questions often come with helpful tips or explanations, so make sure to read them

5. Use the word count, where applicable, to help determine how much detail to include

6. For information and access to other grant programs and application forms please go to the Grants and Funding page on the Geelong Australia website or contact a grants officer for clarification.

Supporting Documentation

Before starting your application, refer to the checklist below to gather any necessary document you may need.  Not all items will be relevant to every application.

  • Full and correct applicant name
  • Address and contact details of applicant
  • Name and contact details of the person authorised to apply for this grant
  • Certificate of incorporation
  • Auspice agreement letter (if your organisation is not incorporated)
  • Australian Business Number (ABN) details registered to the grant applicant name
  • A completed Statement by Supplier form (if you don’t have an ABN)
  • Bank account details (account name, BSB and account number) which must match the applicant’s name and ABN details
  • Letters of support from project partners and/or stakeholders
  • Copies of required permits or approvals
  • Confirmation of venue booking
  • A budget showing all income, expenses and how the grant funds will be used.
  • Evidence of all expenses
  • A letter explaining any staff wage costs. The letter must outline the role, the additional work required to deliver the project, and why this work cannot be delivered using existing resources.

Discussing your project

If you need to discuss your project prior to completing this form or need assistance with SmartyGrants and the online application process please contact: communitygrants@geelongcity.vic.gov.au or phone 5272 5560.