One of the key purposes of the Thorpdale Potato Festival is provide financial support to local community organisations and projects.
At the conclusion of each festival, profits are calculated and distributed amongst local organisations using a merit-based grant application process. In 2023, $76,000 was injected back into the community!
CASH DONATED
GRANT RECIPIENTS
PEOPLE IMPACTED
The 2025 Thorpdale Potato Festival Grants Program is now closed. Local community groups and organisations are currently being notified of outcomes.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
Projects will be assessed against criteria that prioritise long-term, capital investments delivering meaningful community benefit. While applications for operational costs will be considered, we encourage groups to think more strategically and focus on initiatives with lasting impact. Joint applications or collaborative projects between groups or organisations will also be viewed favourably.
Amount: $18,000
Description: Facilitation of Infrastructure Works
Amount: $10,000
Description: Purchase of Heating/Cooling Equipment
Amount: $10,000
Description: Construction of Bike Track
Amount: $6,000
Description: Purchase of Equipment & Infrastructure Work
Amount: $5,708
Description: Purchase of Maintenance Equipment
Amount: $5,000
Description: Purchase of AV System
Amount: $3,500
Description: Purchase of Security Equipment
Amount: $2,500
Description: Purchase of Library Equipment
Amount: $2,500
Description: Facilitation of Newspaper Operations
Amount: $2,101
Description: Purchase of Equipment & Registration Fees
Amount: $2,000
Description: Facilitation of Incursions & Experiences
Amount: $2,000
Description: Purchase of Uniforms & Defibrilator Pads
Amount: $2,000
Description: Purchase of Training Equipment
Amount: $2,000
Description: Purchase of Marquees
Amount: $1,647.10
Description: Purchase of Junior Training Equipment
Amount: $937
Description: Purchase of Playgroup Equipment
Did your organisation receive a grant as part of our 2023 program? Once funds have been spent, please submit your final acquittal.
We respectfully acknowledge the Gunaikurnai People who are the traditional owners of the land on which we live and work. We recognise their continued connection to Country and Community and pay our respects to Elders past and present.
