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SEC Delburn Wind Farm

Community Benefit Fund

In 2026, the SEC Delburn Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund will invest $150,000 in the communities surrounding the wind farm.

Applications for the Fund will open on Friday 18 September 2026 and close on Friday 30 October 2026.

Grants of up to $25,000 will support projects that strengthen local communities, enhance community facilities, build resilience and contribute to positive social, environmental and economic outcomes across the region.

The Fund is focused on supporting organisations and projects within communities in the vicinity of the SEC Delburn Wind Farm, including those across the Latrobe Valley, South Gippsland and Baw Baw regions.

SEC is also looking for community members to play an important role in assessing and recommending funding applications. Learn more and apply here.

Successful grant applicants are expected to be announced following the completion of the assessment process.

Further information about eligibility, funding categories, assessment criteria and how to apply is available in the Community Benefit Fund Guidelines.

We look forward to working with local organisations, community groups and stakeholders to deliver meaningful benefits for the region through the SEC Delburn Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund.

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Section 1: Contact details
Section 2: About your organisation
What sector do you operate in? * Select all that apply
Section 3: Eligibility

Please ensure you read item 6 in the guidelines to ensure your project meets the Fund’s eligibility criteria

In which local government area will the project be delivered? *
Is your organisation one of the following: *
Is your organisation primarily funded by another government department including local, state or federal?
Does your organisation have an ABN? *
Is your organisation applying under an auspice? * Please note you are required to provide a letter of support from your auspicor
Is your project a community-benefit activity (not for personal, political, or commercial gain)? *
Does your organisation have the relevant approvals and permits to complete your project? *
Section 4: Application questions
Which SEC Fund objective(s) does your project support? * Select all that apply
How will your project deliver lasting benefits to your community?
Note: all projects must be delivered within 18 months
Eg: your group, volunteers, partners etc. Consider how roles and responsibilities will be allocated and managed
Please refer to item 6.5 in the guidelines to ensure your request for funding does not include ineligible activities and projects. Annual reports are not required.
Supplier email, screenshots, written estimate for expensive single items. Please ensure to combine these into a single upload.
Please refer to item 7.2 in the guidelines for guidance.
Section 5: Attachments

Please add any documentation or letters of recommendation you wish to be considered as part of your application - annual reports are not required.

By submitting this application, I confirm that:

  • The information provided is true and correct.
  • I am authorised to submit this application on behalf of the organisation.
  • The organisation has read and agrees to the Grant Application Guidelines.
  • The organisation understands that successful applicants will be required to enter into a Grant Agreement and complete project acquittal requirements.

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