Community Grants Assessment Panel


Maitland City Council’s Community Grants Program aims to create a community that is resilient, inclusive and thriving, and shows our commitment to social justice, equality and civic engagement. Our Community Grants Program works toward achieving this by supporting programs and activities that create opportunities for community participation and social connection, celebrate and support the diverse cultures of Maitland, and increase accessibility and inclusion of all members of the community.

Thanks to everyone who submitted an expression of interest application to join our Community Grants Assessment panel for 2025. Applications closed on Thursday 21 November 2024.

We will back in touch with applicants soon.


Maitland City Council’s Community Grants Program aims to create a community that is resilient, inclusive and thriving, and shows our commitment to social justice, equality and civic engagement. Our Community Grants Program works toward achieving this by supporting programs and activities that create opportunities for community participation and social connection, celebrate and support the diverse cultures of Maitland, and increase accessibility and inclusion of all members of the community.

Commitment Requirements


  • Assessment Panel applicants must commit to a four (4) year term of appointment. During this period, Panel Members agree to participating in the assessment process for our Community Grants Program when called upon.
  • The frequency of assessment will align with grant rounds, with a minimum of seven (7) rounds of assessment across two grant programs, to be completed by Panel Members each financial year.
  • Each round will involve pre-reading and individual assessments, with participation in group panel meetings as needed.
  • Panel meetings may occur throughout the year on an as needed basis, including in instances where a consensus is not achieved through individual scoring.
  • Assessment Panel applicants must possess sound technological skills and have access to a computer and internet.
  • Panels members will be given access to SmartyGrants – Council's online grant application system. Assessors will be required to log in and read the grant applications online and complete an online assessment/recommendation form.

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