Questions, answered.

You need to be between 17 and 32, be part of the north-west community (live, work, play or play sport in the region), and be able to use the funding within two years of receiving the grant. Take the quick check.

You can submit an Award of Excellence application at any time of year. The closing date is 31 May every year.

Grants of up to $10,000 are available each year. You set out the amount you are requesting from the Foundation in your budget.

Expenses such as costs associated with education or training, travel to and attendance at a conference or event, tools and equipment, or the pursuit of academic projects. MVF grants aim to cover the cost of specific activities or items, rather than ‘spending money’.

Your details and background, a grant overview, answers to the selection criteria (no more than 100 words each) and an activity budget. Please also email at least two references in support of your application to info@mooneevalleyfoundation.org.au, with all attachments in a zip file and each one clearly named.

Yes. Mail it to Moonee Valley Foundation, PO Box 335, Essendon VIC 3040. If you post your application, please provide both hard copies and soft copies on a memory stick, including all supporting documents.

Written applications and personal interviews are assessed on the community benefit of the activity, demonstrated excellence in your field, the importance of the proposal to your field, and your personal presentation skills and ability to advocate for your application.

Once Award of Excellence applications are reviewed, finalists are contacted to arrange an interview. Interview dates are to be announced. You will meet a panel of Moonee Valley Foundation board members who review applications based on how well they meet the criteria, the suitability of the budget, and presentation at the interview.

All applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application.

Grant presentations take place in August each year; dates are to be announced. Winners are required to attend the ceremony, however alternative arrangements can be made by exception, for example if you are overseas at the time.

Yes. Recipients are required to lodge a written report with the Moonee Valley Foundation at the end of their project.

You need to be able to use the funding within two years of receiving the grant.

School Encouragement Grants are awarded to Year 12 students at participating colleges in the Northern and Western regions of Melbourne, in recognition of their resilience, determination or courage. Each student is eligible for a $200 grant.

Colleges can nominate students. Nominations open in September and close in November each year. Teachers can download the nomination form. Payments are made before 31 December.