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Community Benefit Fund

The SEC Renewable Energy Park – Horsham Community Benefit Fund is now open for applications.

Applications open on Monday 29 June 2026 and close at 11:50pm on Monday 24 August 2026.

Grants of up to $25,000 per project are available to activities that build sustainable, resilient and cohesive communities.

The Fund’s guidelines outline eligibility criteria and provide information about how your application will be assessed.

Once operational in 2027, the Fund will invest $3 million, or $100,000 annually (indexed), over the project’s lifetime to support community-led initiatives and positive long-term outcomes for the region.

If your group or organisation has questions about the fund or how to apply, we’re here to help! Whilst our in-person drop-sessions throughout July have finished, you can still ask questions or find out more information by emailing us on info@secvictoria.com.au or calling 1300 305 700.

We look forward to sharing details about future funding from late 2027.

Apply now

Section 1: Contact details
Section 2: About your organisation
What sector do you operate in? * Select all that apply
Section 3: Eligibility

Please ensure you read item 6 in the guidelines to ensure your project meets the Fund’s eligibility criteria

Will your project take place in the Horsham local government area (LGA)? *
Is your organisation one of the following: *
Does your organisation have an ABN? *
Is your organisation applying under an auspice? * Please note you are required to provide a letter of support from your auspicor
Is your project a community-benefit activity (not for personal, political, or commercial gain)? *
Does your organisation have the relevant approvals and permits to complete your project? *
Section 4: Application questions
Which SEC Fund objective(s) does your project support? * Select all that apply
How will your project deliver lasting benefits to your community?
Note: all projects must be delivered within 18 months
Eg: your group, volunteers, partners etc. Consider how roles and responsibilities will be allocated and managed
Please refer to item 6.5 in the guidelines to ensure your request for funding does not include ineligible activities and projects
Supplier email, screenshots, written estimate for expensive single items
Please refer to item 7.2 in the guidelines for guidance.
Section 5: Attachments

Please add any documentation you wish to be considered as part of your application

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