Funding Opportunities
Healthy Start Learning Hub Capacity Building Grants
Healthy Start Learning Hubs across the country have been involved in developing Local Area Action Plans (LAAP) and conducting local capacity building activities. As part of the evaluation of Healthy Start, data was collected from Learning Hubs regarding the factors that facilitated capacity building and factors that were barriers to capacity building. Evaluation findings have indicated that:
- having financial resources to support capacity building activities was a key facilitating factor for effective capacity building.
- lack of financial resources was one of the most common barriers to capacity building at the local level.
Capacity Building Grants were therefore recently made available to Learning Hubs to support local capacity building activities. Keep an eye on the Local Stories area of the website to read about what the successful Learning Hubs are implementing in their communities.
The websites below provide information on many funding options for agencies, community groups and individuals. Grants listed at these websites could be good sources for support of the activities of Healthy Start Learning Hubs. At the bottom of the page there is a 'features section' which will be updated regularly with grant opportunities that may be of particular interest.
A number of websites provide information on grants free of charge. These include:
Community Portal has information on grants as well as how to apply. It also gives advice on how to start, manage and develop your community organisation. It is a federal government site, with links to local and national grant-giving bodies.
Our Community Pty Ltd has many resources for community groups and individuals seeking funds. It provides guides to producing applications, examples of successful grant recipients and a subscription newsletter ($45 pa). To view search results you must sign up as a member which is free of charge.
Parliamentary Library State Government Grantsprovides links to a number of government grants for community groups. It also has links to grant information and non-government organisations that provide grants.
A number of websites provide information on grants via subscription services. These include:
GrantsLINK is a large database of federal government grants. It has direct links to existing information on Commonwealth Government grants programs. It also offers advice on finding the best source of funding and on writing application forms.
GrantSearch enables you to search all available grants from all levels of government (Federal, State and Local), also universities, foundations, the private sector, and overseas. To access, you may subscribe for 7 days ($32.95), 1 month ($54.95), or 1 year ($439.95).
Philanthropy Australia has resources for people seeking funds, and their website has links to an extensive range of philanthropic organisations. It lists more than 420 trusts, foundations and corporate giving programs. You may access the links online (http://www.philanthropy.org.au/membership/list.htm) or purchase a copy of the Directory ($75 for online version; $65 plus postage for a hard copy).
Some state and territories have their own websites with local grant information. These include:
New South Wales
Community Builders NSWincludes all NSW Government grants as well as selected grants from institutions, philanthropic trusts and companies.
Queensland
Queensland Government Find a Granthas a number of different ways to find government grants through the site, including a search wizard.
South Australia
Regional Funding and Grants Register allows you to search for a grant or other type of financial assistance from Local, State and Federal government (and some philanthropic) sources. It also contains information on how to prepare and apply for a grant.
Tasmania
Tasmanian Government Office Commonwealth Funding Alert Service allows you to submit your specific funding requirement enquiry and receive free email alerts to advise you of relevant Commonwealth Government grants programs as they are announced.
Victoria
Building Stronger Communities is a Victorian government website assisting people who want to find out more about community strengthening approaches. It includes regular news updates including available Victorian grants.
Disability Online contains a list of awards and funding for people with a disability, their families and carers.
Western Australia
Grants Directory allows you to download a PDF document containing grant programs provided by the Western Australian and Australian Governments as well as private sector organisations.
Online WA – Your Doorway to Western Australia’s Information and Services provides links to a number of grants and funding websites relevant to Western Australians.
Funding Opportunities: Features Section
The ASI ‘SMART Company’ Scholarship Fund
The ASI ‘SMART Company’ Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance in the form of scholarships and education subsidies up to $20,000 per year (up to $2,000 per individual). The ASI ‘SMART Company’ Scholarship Fund has been established to encourage the professional education of individuals working in the not-for-profit sector. Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens or have permanent residency status and be full time employees.
The Danks Trust Grants
This trust offers funding to charitable organisations for the support of projects that fit the categories of religion, education or the relief of poverty. Applicants must have DGR status. The next closing date is the 31st of January 2009 and then February & August each year.
FR Neville Smith Foundation
Telephone: (03) 9682 0655
The Foundation aim is to support projects throughout Australia by way of small grants that can help make a real difference to communities. Its aim is to disburse smaller grants to projects that may miss out or are unable to access other Foundations because of strict criteria which small groups sometimes find difficult to meet. Priority is given to organisations assisting people with disabilities to participate in mainstream activities; integrated sporting, recreation, cultural and community activities; community projects, particularly in rural areas; community Halls/Hubs; projects and activities which encourage the participation of volunteers and the expansion of members and friends of community groups; rural youth, disadvantaged youth and young people at risk; and equipment to improve the effectiveness of groups.
Harold Mitchell Foundation
The Harold Mitchell Foundation aims to create positive change by recognising new opportunities in the arts and health. It invests in DISCOVERY in the arts and or health fields to break new ground and set up opportunities for the future; CAPACITY of communities to foster their arts and health activities and the capacity of talented individuals with the commitment and potential to improve our world; and ESTABLISHMENT of arts or health activities with real potential to take off and be ongoing. To apply you must be a body with tax deductibility status to receive funds directly. If this is not the case, the Foundation may be able to assist you to become associated with such a body, which can auspice, your funding if you are successful.
Honda Foundation Grants
The Honda Foundation will support organisations who focus their activities on the disadvantaged, disabled or those suffering from long-term and life threatening illnesses. Applicant’s organisation must have Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status. Applications are considered in February, June and October of each year, with submission dates closing one month prior.
Ian Potter Foundation
The Foundation has four areas of interest: Arts, Education, Community Wellbeing, and International Travel. Applicant’s organisation must have Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status. Closing dates: February 2, June 1 and Oct 1 2009
ING Foundation Grants
The foundation aims to provide financial grants to organisations that deal with an acute need in the community, with a strong focus on supporting children in need. Applications that meet the following criteria will be considered for financial grants: a) Provides services or resources that directly benefit individuals in need; and b) Deals with welfare, disabled or the disadvantaged; and c) Assists children (and/or their immediate families). You must be a charitable organisation with Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) Status to apply for this grant. Applications for the March 2009 funding round are being accepted from January 2009.
Inger Rice Foundation
Telephone: (02) 6295 7339
The Inger Rice Foundation is offering opportunities to apply for grants of up to $5,000. Although applications can be made at any time, the assessment process occurs every 6 to 8 weeks. The foundation fosters activities and programs concerned with improving parent/child relationships in Australia. In particular the Foundation directs its grants towards parental relationships with younger children from birth to pre-birth up to primary school age (0-5 years). The foundation offers financial support for training, research and provision of material and equipment to persons and groups through approved organisations. Assistance provided includes help with costs such as fares and living expenses of attending conferences and seminars, fees for specific programs and grants for research projects, training courses and development programs. Contributions may also be made toward the costs of brochures, monographs, films and project materials.
The Jack Brockhoff Foundation
The Jack Brockhoff Foundation is offering opportunities to small organisations in Victoria to apply for grants. Applications close March 15 and September 15 each year. The foundation aims to financially assist a wide range of charitable organisations, particularly the smaller and lesser known groups which do not have access to widespread publicity and professional fundraising. They consider supporting organisations and agencies in the provision of services and programs within the following general categories: a) Community development and support including opportunities and assistance for families and young people b) Contributing to the well being and community integration of people with disabilities c) Providing care and support for older people with some emphasis on maintaining older people in their communities d) Medical Research and Health Care. The Foundation will only consider applications from organisations that are appropriately endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) and as an Income Tax Exempt Charitable Entity (ITEC).
Macquarie Bank Foundation- Project Funding
The Macquarie Bank Foundation focuses its resources in six core areas – the arts, education, environment, health care, health research and welfare. They are also committed to projects specifically aimed at supporting indigenous communities. The Foundation’s funding criteria is flexible and open. They welcome applications from a diverse range of community organisations that are working in innovative ways to provide long-term benefits.
Mobil Community Contributions Program
Mobil supports community groups in Victoria that help increase the quality of life for the community. They support local communities that surround their operating sites (Gippsland, Western Port, and Altona/Yarraville), where they support schools, emergency services groups, environmental projects, hospitals, and various other community organisations. They prioritise projects in health (including community safety), education, the environment, community support, and the arts. They fund specific community projects (not general fund raising appeals or discretionary funding) with defined budget items. Projects that demonstrate broad community benefits are highly regarded. They favour projects where the company and the community group can develop a close working relationship.
The Myer Foundation
The Sidney Myer Foundation offers grants in a range of categories, including "Education" and "Poverty and Disadvantage". Grants are usually around $10,000 in value. The objectives of the Small Grants Program are: to stay in touch with community needs; to be flexible for the benefit of the community; to provide a quick response to community needs. There are no closing dates for these grants, applications are accepted year-round. You can check out their website for more information and application forms.
Perpetual Trustees Charitable Trusts
Distribute funds as general charitable support or for specific groups or purposes. $5,000 to 50,000 available for individual projects or groups. Perpetual seeks applications for projects which cover some of the following purposes: animal welfare; welfare and education of children; medical research and advancement of medical science; support for people with disabilities and social and educational advancement of indigenous Australians. Applications for 2009 funding close 27 February 2009.
The R E Ross Trust Grants
Organisations in Victoria, or organisations proposing to use the grant funds in Victoria, are eligible to apply for grants of up to $10,000. The RE Ross Trust Grants provide funding for projects that have a positive impact on people's lives. You must identify under which of the following Impact areas your grant is being sought: A) Improvement of social and economic outcomes for the most disadvantaged and vulnerable people in Victoria. B) Improvement of outcomes for children in their early years. C) Improvement of access to and achievement of equity and excellence in public education. D) Protection and preservation of Australian indigenous flora and fauna. There are three purposes for which a grant may be sought and an application may cover more than one purpose. The three purposes are: 1) recurrent funding for general operations; 2) funds for specific activities, services, projects and programs; and 3) building and strengthening organisational capacity.
Scanlon Foundation Grants
The Scanlon Foundation offers grants for innovative projects aimed at supporting the creation of a more cohesive Australian society that will draw strength and pride from its diversity. They request projects that have a prevention focus and that involve partnerships between organisations, with a long-term sustainability plan. Organisations must have DGR status.
State Trustees - Victoria
Every year State Trustees Victoria have a limited number of discretionary grants for up to $5,000 to help establish or develop projects in the following grants program funding categories: 1) Creating social networks for older people, particularly those who are housebound, isolated, or living in residential care or supported accommodation. 2) Providing accessible legal information and financial advice to older or disabled Victorians. 3) Helping people with a disability achieve an improved lifestyle through activity or learning programs. Eligible organisations must: a) Be incorporated community organisations and groups, aligned with older people in need of support or aligned with people living with a disability. b) Have Income Tax Exempt (ITEC) status c) Either DGR (deductible gift recipient) or non-DGR status.
St George Foundation
The Foundation supports innovative projects that enable disadvantaged and disabled children to reach their potential. Two types of grants are offered: under $5000 and over $5000. Examples of projects the St George Foundation will support include early intervention services, educational equipment and assistance, counselling and therapy, new technologies and medical equipment. The next closing date is the 22nd of February 2009 for the over $5000 grant.
The Victorian Women's Trust
Fund ground-breaking projects that advance conditions for women living in Victoria. The Trust has particular interest in funding innovative projects that lead to long-term socially progressive change. Applications for the 2008 Granting Program have closed, however you can register interest in receiving information about the next round when it becomes available. Need DGR & Income Tax Exemption Charitable status.
The Winston Churchill Memorial Trust - Churchill Fellowships
Through financial support, aims to give Australians opportunities to further their search for excellence overseas. Average amount awarded is about $25,000. There are no prescribed qualifications for the award of most Churchill Fellowships. Merit is the primary test, whether based on past achievements or demonstrated ability for future achievement in any walk of life. Applicants should be Australian citizens. Closing date for the next round is the 28th February 2009.
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