Applicants

Complete this form if your request is for Discounted or Waiver of Room Hire Fee during 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027. This support is for organisations within the Blacktown local area as per the Category 1 In-Kind ClubGRANTS.

Note: Catering costs are not available for subsidy through our ClubGRANTS program.

NOTE: This grant round applies to Castle Hill RSL Club Category 1 in-kind support ONLY (not cash grants) from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027

Discount will be advised after approval from the CHRG Board of Directors.

1. Projects must be community-focused, with measurable deliverables to residents of the local council areas where we operate, the Hills Shire Council.
2. Projects must address at least one of our CSR values and philosophies - refer to our website for more information: https://www.chrg.com.au/clubgrants/ and;
3. Address CHRG's identified local community Category 1 priorities:
   - Health & Wellbeing
   - Education - Specialised services for Vulnerable groups
   - Inclusion & Cohesion
   - Youth Development & Engagement

In-Kind Support includes:

Complimentary or discounted room hire 

Complimentary or discounted facility use (i.e. Castle Hill Fitness and Aquatic Centre) 

Catering and AV costs are not available for subsidy through our ClubGRANTS program

PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE SELECTED THE CORRECT GRANT ROUND BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER. IF YOU ARE UNSURE, OR FOR ANY OTHER QUERIES PLEASE CONTACT:

Jodie Maker (Community Partnerships & Grants) via email - clubgrants@chrg.com.au or phone - 8858 4838

Category 1 funding is specifically for local projects and/or services that contribute to the welfare and broader social fabric of the local community and aimed at improving the living standards of low income and disadvantaged people. These projects encompass Community Welfare & Social Services, Community Development, Community Health Services and Employment Assistance Activities. 

2027 - Dural Club ClubGRANTS - Category 1 – InKind

2027 - Parramatta Leagues ClubGRANTS - Category 1 – InKind

Category 1 funding is specifically for local projects and/or services that contribute to the welfare and broader social fabric of the local community and are aimed at improving the living standards of low income and disadvantaged communities.

These projects encompass projects within:

• Community Welfare & Social Services
• Community Development
• Community Health Services
• Employment Assistance Activities

TIP: Apply for this category to receive an in-kind donation (eg. waived room hire, signed Bulldogs jersey, Canterbury gift cards) to your Category 1 project or fundraiser.

Requests will be considered at the monthly Board meeting and recipients will be notified of the outcome. Due to a limited funding pool, unfortunately not all requests will be successful. 

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR CATEGORY 1 IN KIND FUNDING

NOTE: This grant round applies to Springwood Sports Club for in-kind support ONLY (not cash grants).

1. Springwood Sports Club's vision is to make a significant contribution to the quality of community life.
2. Projects must be community-focused, with measurable deliverables to residents of the local council areas where we operate - the Blue Mountains City Council.
3. Category 1 projects relate to  
   1. Health & Wellbeing
   2. Support for Vulnerable & Disadvantaged groups
   3. Inclusion & Cohesion
   4. Youth Development & Engagement

In-Kind Support includes

1. Complimentary or discounted room hire for Category 1 projects/events
2. Catering and AV costs

OVERVIEW OF THE PROCESS

1. Please liaise with our Events Department regarding availability and requirements prior to submitting a ClubGRANTS application via email at springwoodevents@clubscatering.com.au
2. All applications are reviewed on a monthly basis.  Please allow for at least 6 weeks after submitting to receive notification of a final decision.
3. Applications must be completed a minimum of 6-weeks prior to your project start date to allow for approvals.
4. PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE SELECTED THE CORRECT GRANT ROUND BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER. IF YOUR ARE UNSURE, OR FOR ANY OTHER QUERIES PLEASE CONTACT,  Jess Kelly (Service Coordinator) via email, jekelly@springwoodsports.com.au or phone, 4709 8503.

This is no a cash funded round 

In-kind support only

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR CATEGORY 1 IN-KIND FUNDING

NOTE: This grant round applies to Club Parramatta, for Category 1 in-kind support (not cash grants) for the period 1 September 2026 - 31 August 2027.

Discount will be advised after approval from the CHRG Board of Directors.

1. Projects must be community-focused, with measurable deliverables to residents of the local council areas where we operate, the Parramatta City Council.
2. Projects must address at least one of our CSR values and philosophies - refer to our website for more information: https://www.chrg.com.au/clubgrants/ and;
3. Address CHRG's identified local community Category 1 priorities:
   - Health & Wellbeing
   - Education - Specialised services for Vulnerable groups
   - Inclusion & Cohesion
   - Youth Development & Engagement

In-Kind Support includes

Complimentary or discounted room hire 

Catering and AV costs are not available for subsidy through our ClubGRANTS program

OVERVIEW OF THE PROCESS

1. It is recommended you first liaise with our Events Department regarding availability and requirements prior to submitting a ClubGRANTS application - events_parramatta@cateringhq.com.au
2. Applications must be completed a minimum of 3 months prior to your project start date to allow for approvals CHRG Board of Directors.
3. All applications are reviewed by the Board of Directors on a monthly basis (end of the month). Please allow for at least 2 weeks after this time to receive notification of a final decision
4. PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE SELECTED THE CORRECT GRANT ROUND BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER. IF YOU ARE UNSURE, OR FOR ANY OTHER QUERIES PLEASE CONTACT:

  Jodie Maker (Community Partnerships & Grants) via email - clubgrants@chrg.com.au or phone - 8858 4838

Castle Hill Club Group (CHRG) operates the following venues and applications can be submitted all year round via their own dedicated grant round: 

• Castle Hill RSL Club
• Club Parramatta

Please contact Jodie Maker (Community Partnerships & Grants) via email - clubgrants@chrg.com.au or phone - 8858 4838 for enquiries regarding

• Lynwood Country Club
• Castle Hill Bowling Club

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR CATEGORY 1 IN KIND FUNDING

Note: This grant round applies to Lantern Club for in-kind support ONLY (not cash grants). 

1. Lantern Clubs vision is to make a significant contribution to the quality of community life.
2. Projects must be community-focused, with measurable deliverables to residents to the local council areas where we operate - The City of Canterbury Bankstown.
3. Category 1 projects relate to:
   1. Health & wellbeing
   2. Support for vulnerable or disadvantaged groups
   3. Inclusion & cohesion
   4. Youth development & engagement. 

In-Kind support includes: 

•  Complimentary or discounted room hire for category 1 projects and events
• Catering and AV costs

OVERVIEW OF THE PROCESS

1. Please liaise with our Events Coordinator via email to Lantern Club Supervisor Fiona via email fmains@lanternclub.com.au regarding availability and requirements before submitting a ClubGRANTs application.
2. All applications are reviewed on a monthly basis. please allow for at least 6 weeks after submitting to receive notification of a final decision.
3. Please ensure you have selected the correct grant round before proceeding any futher. 

If you are unsure, or for any other queries please contact Lantern Club Supervisor- Fiona Mains via email fmains@Lanternclub.com.au 

Mingara Leisure group operates the following venues and applications can be submitted all year round via their own dedicated grant round: 

• Mingara Recreation Club
• The Greens, The Entrance
• The Westport Club
• Springwood Sports Club
• Lantern Club