Applicants must also address, as much as possible, the following criteria;

  1. 4-6 weeks notice for sponsorship applications, except in extenuating circumstances (last minute sponsorships may not be accepted in the first instance);
  2. If there is Government or other funding available that the Applicant has sought this funding (This policy is designed not to take the place of existing government programs, services and funding);
  3. There is a real financial hardship on the part of the Applicant to meet the proposed funding;
  4. The nature and extent of benefit to the Community;
  5. Whether the recipients and/or family are also contributing financial or in kind support themselves;
  6. Whether there is a specific community need not being met that the funding will meet;
  7. The funding is not likely to create division within the Community
  8. It must deliver positive and real support outcomes to the Applicant, the Applicant’s family or the community.
  9. Any other information requested by Bamaga Community Fund or information that supports the application.