2026 Community Bank Mansfield & District - Community Impact Program 

Open for applications from Wednesday, 29 April 2026 until midnight Tuesday, 26 May 2026.

Details of Program:

The Community Bank Mansfield & District’s Community Impact Program is driven by a clear vision: to invest in the growth of a resilient, sustainable, and thriving Mansfield & District community. 

Funded through a portion of profits generated locally, this program reinvests back into the community that created them—supporting projects and initiatives that deliver genuine public benefit, particularly those that may not have access to funding elsewhere. Jointly administered by Community Bank Mansfield & District and the Community Enterprise Foundation™, the program is made possible by the people who choose to bank locally.

 Community and not-for-profit organisations are invited to apply for funding for projects and activities that align with our five key impact pillars:

• Leadership – Investing in people, education, entrepreneurship, diversity, and our youth 
• Innovation – Encouraging creative opportunities and social enterprise 
• Wellbeing – Nurturing a healthy and supported community 
• Connection – Strengthening partnerships, collaboration, and inclusivity 
• Liveability – Preserving our region and supporting a sustainable future 

This year, we’re placing the decision-making power into the hands of the community. All eligible projects will be presented for public voting, giving locals the opportunity to support the initiatives they believe will make the greatest difference.

It’s a program shaped by local people, making local decisions, to deliver lasting local impact—demonstrating how banking locally can truly make a difference.

Funding available:

Funding will be awarded across three tiers:

5 x $5,000 packages

4 x $2,500 packages

5 x $1,000 packages

Key program dates:

• Community Impact Program Information Evening: Tuesday, 29 April 2026
• Applications open: Wednesday, 29 April 2026
• Applications close: Tuesday, 26 May 2026
• Voting Opens: Monday, 15 June 2026 
• Voting Closes, Sunday, 12 July 2026              
• Funding Awarded: Tuesday, 21 July 2026, at the Mansfield Golf Club Presentation

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Event Sponsorships Express Application (up to $2,000)

Planning a community event? We’ve made it easier than ever to apply for support. Our new Event Sponsorship Express Application is now live, offering up to $2,000 per event for eligible applicants. Designed with busy community groups in mind, this streamlined process is open year-round (until funds are exhausted) and focuses specifically on supporting events—no more waiting for the annual funding round.

To ensure we can effectively assess your request and maximise the value of our support, all applications must be submitted at least 10 weeks prior to your event date. This lead time allows for thorough decision-making, planning, and the opportunity to appropriately leverage sponsorship benefits, ensuring the best possible outcomes for both your event and our community.

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