Community Engagement Grants Scheme

Supporting the University’s engagement with the communities it serves

The Community Engagement Grants Scheme (CEGS) is an annual grants scheme designed to encourage and support research, educational or outreach projects which enhance the University’s engagement with the communities it serves.

The scheme provides funding to UOW staff and students for projects that are predominately service-orientated, consistent with the University’s Community Engagement Plan 2008-10 and have a clear community benefit.

Established in 2005, approximately $200,000 has been awarded to 27 projects, resulting in strong community outcomes such as reading resources for community language schools and the first comprehensive report on needs of children with disabilities in the region.

Each year approximately $50,000 is awarded to community groups, with $5,000 specifically set aside for student group applications.

Application Process

Expressions of interest are invited at the start of each year and awarded in August. Detailed selection criteria and information regarding submission can be found in the separate Community Engagement Grants Scheme Guidelines below.

Applying & Guidelines

 

Applying for a Community Engagement Grant is a two step process.

Stage 1
Community Engagement Grants Scheme Guideline
Complete the Expression of Interest Form and supply 8 copies for the Assessment Panel by lodge date.

Stage 2 (selected applicants only)
Complete Application Form and supply 8 copies for the Assessment Panel by lodge date.

 

Important Dates

Expressions of Interest (EOIs)
Open 16 March 2009
Close 8 May 2009

Applications (selected applicants only)
Close 26 June 2009

 

Contact Us

Community Engagement Manager
Office of Community and Partnerships
Phone: +61 2 4221 3110
Fax: +61 2 4221 5596
Email: community@uow.edu.au

 

Past Recipients

2009 Recipients
2008 Recipients
2007 Recipients
2006 Recipients
2006 Recipients

 

Related Information  Strategic Plan 2008-10 [pdf - 1.3 MB]
Last reviewed: 6 October, 2009

Contact Information

Office of Community & Partnerships

The Office of Community & Partnerships develops, initiates and supports programs that connect the University of Wollongong with the community.

Contact Us
Location: Wollongong Campus, Building 36, lower ground floor.
Ph: 02 4221 3110
Fax: 02 4221 5596
Email: community@uow.edu.au

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