Naidoc Week Grant 2025

Before completing this application form, you should read the NAIDOC Week Fund Guidelines and Criteria.

Incomplete applications and/or applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

This section of the application form is designed to help you, and us, understand if you are eligible for this grant. It's crucial that you complete these questions before any others to ensure you do not waste your time applying for an unsuitable grant.

If you have any questions in regards to these eligibility criteria, please contact Bindi Flook

Email: bflook@lakemac.nsw.gov.au

• The proposed activity/project must take place within the Lake Macquarie Local Government Area (LGA).
• Activities/projects should actively involve local Aboriginal people in the planning, implementation, and evaluation phases. This involvement can encompass Aboriginal staff members, students, organisations, businesses, community members, and Elders.
• Activities/projects must integrate a hands-on cultural learning experience for participants, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal culture.
• Priority will be given to applications that showcase creative and innovative approaches engaging in culturally respectful practices when utilising the allocated funds, fostering the active participation of the entire school or community group in the proposed activity or project.
• Applicants are required to acknowledge Council as a funding body in all related activities. This includes prominently displaying the Council's logo on promotional materials and in media releases. For the latest logo and conditions of use, please contact the Council.
• Organisations, committees, contractors, market stalls, or displays associated with the funded activity/project must conduct themselves in a manner that does not bring Council's name or staff into disrepute.
• Funds will be available from 1 July 2025
• Ensure the guidelines and criteria are read thoroughly before considering an application.