Frankston City Council values and supports young people. As part of the 2021-2025 Frankston City Council Plan and Health and Wellbeing Plan, the Child & Youth Inclusion (CAYI) Grant aims to support young people participating in:

• formal education
• recreational programs and activities.

Funding supports the inclusion of the following Frankston residents who are experiencing financial disadvantage:

Stream 1: Education & Pathway

12-24 year olds who do not have the financial means to:

• buy required materials and equipment
• cover course fees for formal education, training and career aspirations.

Stream 2: Recreation

5-18 year olds who do not have the financial means to:

• pay for compulsory fees and/or uniform to take part in recreational activities within Frankston municipality (e.g. school camps, sporting activities, creative activities including dance, music or art).

Timeframes

Applications open – 9 am on 1 August 2022
Applications close – Once funds are exhausted or 5 pm 30 May 2023 (whichever is sooner)
Applicants notified – Usually within 2 weeks after the end of each month (for example, August applicants will be notified mid-September)