Empowering the Lake Macquarie Community: New Funding Opportunities from Origin’s Eraring Community Investment Fund
Lake Mac Business is excited to share some fantastic news with our vibrant business and community members. The latest round of Origin’s Eraring Community Investment Fund is now open, offering a significant opportunity for local organisations to access funding that can make a real difference in the Lake Mac region.
Since its this initiative’s inception in 2023, the Eraring Community Investment Fund has demonstrated a strong commitment to the Lake Macquarie community, contributing over $950,000 to 26 local initiatives. These investments have bolstered community well-being, strengthened resilience, supported economic transitions, and enhanced environmental protection in our beautiful area.
What’s on Offer?
If you’re a part of a community group or eligible organisation operating within the Lake Macquarie Local Government Area (LGA), this is your chance to secure funding for your next big project. The Fund focuses on four key priority areas:
- Community Well-Being: Initiatives that promote health, happiness, and social connection.
- Community Resilience: Projects that enhance the capacity of our community to respond to and recover from challenges.
- Economic Transition and Diversification: Efforts that support the transition to a more diverse and sustainable local economy.
- Environmental Protection and Outdoor Amenity: Initiatives that safeguard our natural environment and improve public spaces.
Round 2: Funding Categories
- Sponsorships up to $10,000: Perfect for events and initiatives that align with the Fund’s investment priorities.
- Grants up to $50,000: Ideal for larger projects with measurable outcomes that benefit one or more of the priority areas.
- Partnerships up to $100,000: Aimed at projects delivering long-term social, environmental, or economic value, especially those supporting the energy transition. If your group is interested in a partnership, Origin encourages you to get in touch to discuss your project ideas.
How to Apply
Any organisations operating inside of Lake Macquarie are encouraged to consider applying or reaching out to discuss their ideas. The application deadline is Sunday, 22 September 2024. This is a prime opportunity to secure funding that can help drive meaningful change in our community.
For more details on previous Fund recipients and the application process, visit The Eraring Community Investment Fund – Origin Energy.
For any application inquiries, please contact Origin during business hours at EraringCommunityFund@originenergy.com.au or call 0400 580 732.
Stay Connected with Lake Mac Business
Lake Mac Business is proud to bring this opportunity to your attention, and we look forward to sharing more community updates as they arise. Let’s continue working together to build a stronger, more resilient, and thriving Lake Macquarie business community.