Applications for the 2023/24 Byron Shire Council Mayoral Fund are now open

Community groups, schools, and not-forproft organisations looking for funding for small projects are invited to apply to the Byron Shire 2023/24 Mayoral Fund.

Applications are open until 19 September 2024, with a total of $3,500 available to support projects that are designed to have a positive impact on the community.

“Although the grants may be on the smaller side, they can play a crucial role in bringing projects and services to life,” Byron Shire Mayor, Michael Lyon, said.

“I am proud that the Mayoral Fund has, in the past, been able to support a wide range of initiatives such as environmental programs, student recognition awards and aboriginal cultural awareness programs in local schools,” Mayor Lyon.

Last year’s Mayoral Fund recipients included:

• Byron Bay High

School - $200

• Main Arm Upper Public School - $500

• Mullumbimby High School - $700

• Brunswick Heads Public School - $500

• Bangalow Public School - $100

• Mullumbimby Uniting Church community food box$500

• Mullumbimby Public School P&C - $500

• Byron Bay Public School - $500

• Bangalow Public School P&C - $400

“I am hoping to hear from a wide range of community groups because it’s often the small projects and programs that really have a big impact, so I encourage everyone to take advantage of this opportunity and apply,” Mayor Lyon said. Information and the application form for the Mayoral Fund is on Council’s website. Applications close on Tuesday 19 September 2023.