Why i'm doing this

It's time the government gave back to the community.

After a federal election, candidates who get at least 4% of the vote are provided funding back from the Australian government. Most people probably wouldn’t have heard of this because the major political parties and candidates keep it for themselves.

Matthew wants to ensure that the taxpayer money he was given by the government is handed back to the community. That’s why he has opened applications for a $32,000 community grants program.

What's on offer

There are two types of grants.

2 ×$5,000

For larger community projects
Two major grants of $5,000 each, designed for organisations or initiatives delivering significant impact across the McMahon community.
major grant

12 ×$1,000

For local needs
Twelve grants of $1,000 each, for sporting groups, charities, community organisations and individuals supporting people doing it tough.
Community Grant
Key dates

Mark your calendar.

Applications Open
1 May 2026
Submit your application from this date onward.
Applications Close
15 May 2026
Late entries cannot be accepted.
Recipients Announced
30 May 2026
All applicants will be notified by email.
Eligibility

Who can apply?

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Your organisation must be located in the seat of McMahon, or support the local community in the area. You can check to see whether you are in the seat on the map here.
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We strongly encourage individuals, sporting groups, charities and community organisations to apply.
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Particular preference for those who support community members doing it tough.
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Applicants must be over 18 years old.
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Parents and guardians may apply on behalf of minors.
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Matthew and his team will choose the grant recipients.
Not sure if you're in McMahon?
The seat of McMahon covers a stretch of western Sydney including suburbs around Blacktown, Mount Druitt and surrounds. Check the electoral boundary map to confirm.
View the McMahon electorate map →
Plus a $10,000 petrol giveaway

Subsidised fuel at 78c per litre.

Where
Metro Petroleum, Flushcombe Road, Blacktown
When
Saturday 2 May 2026, from 12:00 PM
How long
Bowsers on until the $10,000 limit is reached

Matthew knows people are struggling to get by right now, especially in this fuel crisis. As part of the grant giveaway, he is also providing subsidised fuel to the local community. The price will be set at 78c a litre, which was the price in early 2000 when Australia refined its own fuel.

‍If you know someone who is doing it tough and lives in the local area, please bring them along.

$10,000

Apply now

Grant application form.

Tell us about your organisation or your situation. We read every application personally.
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Organisation
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What do you or your organisation do for the local community? *
Why are you applying for a community grant? *
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