Mount Alexander Shire Council’s COVID-19 response package, as part of the 2020-2021 Council Budget, provided a range of initiatives and programs to support the shire’s economy to recover and prosper.
This short-term grant program recognises that our cultural and creative industries have been among the hardest hit by the impacts of COVID-19 restrictions. The program aligns with the vision and strategic objectives in our Council Plan 2017-2021 and directions related to Bendigo’s successful bid for our 2019 UNESCO designation as Australia’s Creative City and Region of Gastronomy.
The Get Lost Activation Grants program will open Monday 25 January and close 11.59pm Monday 15 February.
Get Lost Activation grants target our cultural and creative industries and their affiliated industry partners with grants of up to $3,000 and $5,000 provided to small, independent operators for initiatives that support our creative and innovative economy.
Please note:
• The costs associated with establishing and running events and festivals held in Mount Alexander Shire are to be applied for via the Events Grants program.
• Mount Alexander Shire’s Community Grants program is recommended for cultural or creative projects/activities which primarily seek to achieve social and/or community development outcomes.
It is recommended that you discuss your idea with the Cultural Development Officer about your project idea before submitting an application.
Apply for a Get Lost Activation grant online via: https://mountalexander.smartygrants.com.au
Council will hold two information sessions where you can come along and learn more about Council’s grant programs. COVIDSafe requirements such as social distancing and on-site attendance registration will be in place.
Maldon
What: Grants information session
When: 10.00am to 12.00noon on Friday 29 January
Where: Maldon Community Centre, 6 Francis Street
Castlemaine
What: Grants information session
When: 2.00pm to 4.00pm on Friday 29 January
Where: Ray Bradfield Room, Victory Park
Get Lost Activation Grants Program Guidelines – PDF
Auspice Agreement
For more information about the Get Lost Activation program contact the Cultural Development Officer on 03 5471 1700 or email arts@mountalexander.vic.gov.au.
For a list of projects funded though the 2020 Get Lost Quick grants program are available here.