Killer Cars Melbourne Secures $25,000 for Community Car Show Event
Killer Cars Melbourne has built a strong following through its ability to bring automotive enthusiasts, families and the broader community together for large-scale, high-energy events that celebrate car culture in a welcoming and inclusive way.
Its Melbourne Show & Shine event has already demonstrated strong community appeal, drawing major crowds and creating a memorable day out for attendees from across metropolitan Melbourne, regional Victoria and beyond. The event also creates opportunities for local organisations to be involved, with the Mernda Football & Netball Club running key food and beverage operations as a fundraiser, and proceeds from the day supporting the Doreen RSL Sub-Branch and its work with veterans and their families.
Why this funding was needed
As the event continues to grow, delivering it safely and professionally has become increasingly important. With thousands of attendees expected, the event requires a high level of planning, infrastructure and operational support to ensure the day runs smoothly and remains enjoyable for everyone involved.
This includes the need for strong traffic management, security, first aid, signage, staging, communications equipment and other event infrastructure that helps manage crowds, support accessibility and create a safe and well-organised experience for both participants and visitors.
That support has now come through the Whittlesea Council Large Grants Program, with Killer Cars Melbourne securing $25,000 to help deliver its next Show & Shine event. With support from Club Builder in preparing the funding application, the organisation has been able to strengthen the event’s planning and delivery capacity for its next edition.
The funding will support a range of key event management costs, including traffic management services, security, first aid, portable toilets, staging, generators, event radios, signage and other essential operational items that help deliver a large-scale community event successfully.
Community impact
The benefits of the project extend well beyond the event itself.
For Killer Cars Melbourne, the funding will help elevate the quality, safety and professionalism of the event, allowing it to continue growing as a standout community experience.
For the local community, the event creates a family-friendly day out that brings people together through shared interests, entertainment and community involvement. It also supports local fundraising, strengthens local partnerships, and helps showcase the City of Whittlesea as a place that can host vibrant, large-scale community events.
By investing in the delivery of this event, the grant is helping ensure the Killer Cars Melbourne Show & Shine continues to provide strong community benefit, local engagement and a memorable experience for attendees of all ages.
TheMoney Momentshighlights all current and upcoming grant and funding opportunities for your Club or Association, divided into each state. These are updated on a weekly basis, so continue to check in every week for updates.
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KIDS TENNIS PROGRAM 2025-2026
Status: OPEN NOW
Offered By: Australian Tennis Foundation
Funding: Up to $3,500
Projects: Projects that support wellbeing initiatives for CALD youth, girls-only sessions, and remote Indigenous school engagement, supported by community events, coach accreditation, and tennis equipment.
EMERGENCY SPORTING EQUIPMENT GRANTS PROGRAM 2025-2026
Status: OPEN NOW
Offered By: Australian Federal Government
Funding: Up to $5,000
Projects: Projects that can be used for communication tools, insurance, equipment, training, and other resources that help organisations support volunteers and improve children’s development and wellbeing.
Projects: Eligible projects include Individual Achievement Grants for residents in sport, arts, or recognition; Community Group Activity Grants for small groups in health, equity, sport, environment, and arts; Entry Level Grants for new not-for-profits to build capacity or run wellbeing projects; Responsive Project Grants for community-led initiatives open to Greater Dandenong.
Projects: Workshops for women from diverse cultural backgrounds to learn self-defence, walking programs for families to stay fit and connected, safety equipment for environmental groups working in open spaces, pilot projects with potential community benefits, initiatives to improve community access to programs and information, equipment purchases like sports gear essential to the activity’s success.
Projects: Supports local sport and physical activity initiatives that bring people together, boost wellbeing, and promote active, healthy lifestyles for Kingston residents.
Projects: Support projects like fitness sessions, sports equipment, senior activities, community sports events, equipment upgrades, and inclusive programs for people with disabilities.
MELBOURNE CONNECTED NEIGHBORHOOD SMALL GRANTS 2026
Status:OPEN NOW
Offered By: Melbourne City Council
Funding: Up to $2,000
Projects: Support initiatives that respond to local needs, increase equity and belonging, and prioritise social connection, especially programs that reduce loneliness and support people living in apartments.
Projects: Infrastructure upgrades such as; Indoor sports centre, Lighting Redevelopments / Upgrades, Outdoor organised sports facility, Resurfacing of Sporting Courts or Fields, Accessibility Improvements, Recreation space , Large-scale purpose-built facility, Water sports, Installation of Shade Structures, Leisure centre, Public Announcement System, and more
Projects: Projects that support wellbeing initiatives for CALD youth, girls-only sessions, and remote Indigenous school engagement, supported by community events, coach accreditation, and tennis equipment.
Projects: Infrastructure upgrades such as; Indoor sports centre, Lighting Redevelopments / Upgrades, Outdoor organised sports facility, Resurfacing of Sporting Courts or Fields, Accessibility Improvements, Recreation space , Large-scale purpose-built facility, Water sports, Installation of Shade Structures, Leisure centre, Public Announcement System, and more
Projects: Projects that support wellbeing initiatives for CALD youth, girls-only sessions, and remote Indigenous school engagement, supported by community events, coach accreditation, and tennis equipment.
Projects: Projects that support wellbeing initiatives for CALD youth, girls-only sessions, and remote Indigenous school engagement, supported by community events, coach accreditation, and tennis equipment.
Projects: Supports multicultural organisations to deliver festivals, sports celebrations, and community events that celebrate diversity, encourage participation, and build an inclusive, cohesive community.
Projects: Supports multicultural organisations through four categories that help improve community facilities, build organisation capacity, and respond to local needs.
Projects: Projects that support wellbeing initiatives for CALD youth, girls-only sessions, and remote Indigenous school engagement, supported by community events, coach accreditation, and tennis equipment.
Projects: Funding supports disaster-affected assets, facility and equipment upgrades, vehicles and machinery, community initiatives, and inclusive infrastructure improvements.
Projects: Projects that support wellbeing initiatives for CALD youth, girls-only sessions, and remote Indigenous school engagement, supported by community events, coach accreditation, and tennis equipment.
Projects: Programs that build leadership skills and remove learning barriers for young people aged 8–19, offering valuable opportunities for sport-based initiatives that develop young athletes, build confidence, and strengthen community connections.
Projects: New venues, facility upgrades, inclusive and accessible amenities, and sustainable, multi-use developments that strengthen participation and deliver long-term community benefits.
Projects: Projects that support wellbeing initiatives for CALD youth, girls-only sessions, and remote Indigenous school engagement, supported by community events, coach accreditation, and tennis equipment.
GENERAL GRANTS PROGRAM (GENDER EQUITY AND DIVERSITY) 2025-2026
Status:OPEN NOW
Offered By: Northern Territory Government
Funding: Up to $5,000
Projects: Support individuals, organisations, and community groups to deliver projects and activities that promote gender equality in the Northern Territory, including programs for women, LGBTQI+ inclusion, youth empowerment, active ageing, disability access, multicultural participation, and gender equality workshops linked to physical activity.
Projects: Projects that support wellbeing initiatives for CALD youth, girls-only sessions, and remote Indigenous school engagement, supported by community events, coach accreditation, and tennis equipment.
