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GENERAL GRANTS LIST
APRIL 2019
Community, Health and Non-profit .................................................................................................... 2
General Business, IT, Communication, Export and Trade ................................................................. 20
Sport, Events, Tourism and The Arts ................................................................................................ 38
Energy, Clean Technology, Science, Innovation and R&D................................................................. 48
Environment, Conservation, Agriculture, Exploration and Land ...................................................... 54
Education and Training..................................................................................................................... 58
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Solar Communities Program – This program aims to support the environmental priorities of local community and
Federal Government environment groups in their regions and neighbourhoods. It aims to not only recover and
strengthen our environment, but also to build and strengthen our communities. This
Expressions of Interest close program is expected to commence in the 2019-2020 financial year.
in some electorates on 28 Each electorate can receive funding for up to 20 projects, with the minimum grant
March 2019 amount being $2,500 and the maximum grant amount set at $20,000. And sitting
Members of Parliament will consult with their community to identify potential projects for
their respective electorates.
Indigo Gold recommends you
check with your local MP to A broad range of organisations will be eligible to put forward projects to their local
find out if they are offering Member of Parliament. This includes community clubs (including Lions clubs, rotary clubs,
an EOI process before the sports clubs), not-for-profit organisations such as Indigenous organisations, Landcare
grant round which groups (including bushcare, coastcare, ‘friends of’ groups), schools and other community
commenced 1 September and conservation groups.
2019. Funding will support activities to help businesses and community organisations to save
energy through:
• equipment upgrades that reduce energy consumption - energy generation and
storage projects (for example solar photovoltaic panels, batteries and solar hot
water) will only be permitted for community organisations
• investment in energy and emissions monitoring and management systems to better
manage energy use
• completion of energy systems assessments according to the Australian Standard or
feasibility studies to investigate energy efficiency opportunities.
https://www.energy.gov.au/government-priorities/energy-programs/energy-efficient-
communities-program
Ian Potter Foundation Expressions of Interest will be accepted for the following areas:
Community Wellbeing for projects/travel after 20 September 2019
Expressions of Interest for To alleviate need, our Community Wellbeing program supports organisations delivering
Round 2 close 17 April 2019 early intervention programs in the community such as:
• transitioning from detention under the justice system
• reducing long-term unemployment with a focus on youth
• assisting families at risk of, or experiencing, family violence to improve financial skills
and maintain suitable, safe accommodation.
Proposals for collaborative, multi-year projects are encouraged, as well as those that
share knowledge gained with the broader sector. In general, the recommended minimum
grant amount is $100,000.
They encourage all organisations to apply regardless of their size; in the case of small
projects, the award can be of small amounts over multiple years, i.e., $35,000 a year for
three years.
Education projects/travel after 20 September 2019
• To support innovative programs delivered to young children (ages 0–8) that aim to
improve school readiness (as measured by the AEDC) and/or foster parental
engagement in their children's learning
• To support the development of evidence and shared measurement tools for the early
childhood sector.
The Foundation only considers grant applications in excess of $100,000 in this program
area. Collaborative, multi-year initiatives are encouraged.
Applications targeting children with high levels of developmental vulnerability will be
prioritised.
Environment & Conservation for projects/travel after 20 September 2019
The program considers large grants (over $100,000) within two themes:
• fostering biodiversity
• water and/or land management.
Projects that have a strong volunteer component, work with multiple stakeholders,
promote sustainable approaches to agriculture and/or incorporate a strong science
underpinning will be viewed more favourably.
Science for projects/travel after 20 September 2019
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To support high quality scientific research programs led by post-doc researchers with
preference for research relating to the fields of environmental science and renewable
energy.
The recommended minimum amount is $100,000 (this may be spread across several
years). The Foundation does not award single year grants.
https://www.ianpotter.org.au/funding-rounds/
Transition Assistance Funding Organisations are invited to apply via an open process for Transition Assistance Funding to
– Australian Government purchase tailored supports including business advice, professional services and software
upgrades, which will assist to build the disability sector capacity and service provider
Applications close 26 April readiness in the transition to the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
2019 A funding pool of $5,600,000 (GST exclusive) is available for this round. Further rounds
may be held in the future. Eligible organisations may apply for Transition Assistance
Funding of up to $20,000 (GST exclusive) to purchase tailored supports including business
advice, professional services and software upgrades to assist in boosting capacity and
capability as service providers.
The Transition Assistance Funding aims to assist organisations to:
• attract retain and optimise their workforce
• improve awareness of the opportunities and ability to enter/expand and collaborate
in the disability sector
• develop skills and capabilities required to effectively operate in a competitive
disability market
Applicants must complete the Readiness Assessment at https://blcw.dss.gov.au/readiness
before commencing the application form. Applicants will be provided with a unique
identifier after completing the Readiness Assessment and will be required to include this
in the application form.
https://www.communitygrants.gov.au/grants/boosting-local-care-workforce-program-
transition-assistanc
Support for NDIS Providers The objective of this grant opportunity is to support the transition of NDIS registered
Program – Australian providers to meet new requirements set out in the NDIS Act 2013 and the NDIS (Provider
Government and NDIS Registration and Practice Standard) Rules 2018. Estimated grant values range from
Quality and Safeguards $250,000 to $750,000.
Commission It also aims to help those existing and prospective NDIS providers to enter and remain in
the NDIS market who have a demonstrated commitment to supporting and promoting the
Applications close 29 April rights, health, and wellbeing of people with disability participating in the NDIS.
2019 This grant opportunity seeks applications to deliver innovative activities that will achieve
the following outcomes:
• NDIS providers understand their registration obligations and comply with them
• NDIS providers demonstrate capacity to provide quality support and service provision
to NDIS participants
• Efficient costs for NDIS providers registered for the NDIS through readiness to
undertake the registration application processes and to be assessed against relevant
practice standards
• An increase in the proportion of NDIS providers actively participating in the NDIS
market and supporting NDIS participants in achieving their individual outcomes and
goals.
https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/resources/support-ndis-providers-program
Community Grants – Port of Local and regional not-for-profit organisation and registered charities are encouraged to
Brisbane apply for a share of grant funding under PBPL'S $100,000 Community Grant Program. The
program has invested $700,000 in 88 community focused organisations across SE Qld.
Applications close 30 April PBPL will accept community grant applications in the following categories:
2019 • Environmental improvement initiatives particularly, but not limited to, those relating
to Moreton Bay Marine Park
• Community welfare programs/initiatives, including those that help disadvantaged
groups
• Local education programs including, but not limited, to those involving adult
education or disabilities
• Youth leadership programs or initiatives aimed at giving young people opportunities
for self-development and community service.
Individual organisations are eligible to apply for funding up to $15,000. Successful
applicants to be announced in July.
https://www.portbris.com.au/Community/Grant-Programs/
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Indigenous Protected Areas – This grant round will support Indigenous Australians to establish new Indigenous
Australian Government Protected Areas. The Government will invest more than $12 million to establish new
Indigenous Protected Areas across the country, to strengthen Indigenous employment in
Applications close 30 April remote communities. Each Indigenous Protected Area project will start with a
2019 consultation stage. This stage involves Indigenous-led discussion and planning processes
amongst Traditional Owners and others and includes the development of a management
plan.
Following the consultation stage, Traditional Owners can choose to formally dedicate their
land, or land and sea, as an Indigenous Protected Area under the National Reserve
System. The dedication stage involves managing the IPA in accordance with the approved
management plan.
Estimated Grant Value: From $230,000.00 to $320,000.00
Activities eligible for funding will include activities which support consultation on
proposed IPAs, dedication of IPAs, and management of dedicated IPAs.
Eligibility:
• The proposed IPA must include some Land Owned or Controlled by Indigenous
Traditional Owners and not currently in the National Reserve System.
• If the Application is not being submitted by an entity with legal authority for
representing the Traditional Owners, you must demonstrate support of the
Traditional Owners to develop an IPA.
Further Program eligibility requirements can be found in Section 4 of the Grant
Guidelines.
https://www.environment.gov.au/land/indigenous-protected-areas/new-ipa-program
Tackling Tough Times The Tackling Tough Times Together grant program helps communities access the
Together – Foundation for resources they need to support one another through the ongoing effects of the drought.
Rural & Regional Renewal Grants of up to $20,000 are now available across most of Queensland (see Guidelines for
eligible Council areas). A smaller number of grants valued at up to $60,000 and $150,000
Round 13 closes 30 April are also available for larger-scale and multi-year projects that have a broader impact
2019 (different criteria apply – see the website for more). Applications will be accepted on an
ongoing basis and assessed quarterly.
Objectives:
• Reduce social isolation by facilitating strong social cohesion and connection;
• Support and engage the community in leadership development and skills training;
• Support opportunities for social and educational participation and address
disadvantage caused by the drought, for children and young people;
• Reduce volunteer fatigue and build the capacity, capability and sustainability of local
not-for-profit organisations to provide support to their communities, particularly
where they are playing an increased role during the drought; and
• Support local economic recovery or renewal through projects that stimulate
economic activity and cash-flow within communities.
Who can apply?
• Community groups and not-for-profit organisations with an ABN or Incorporation
Certificate.
• The program has a strong preference to support grassroots organisations based in
drought-affected regions over those delivering services to, but not based in affected
regions. Projects led by local communities will be given strong preference.
• Please note no specific tax status is required.
• Groups with outstanding final reports are not eligible to apply unless a time
extension has been granted. We encourage groups to complete their final reports so
that they can then apply.
• Projects must be located in and benefit a drought-affected region.
https://www.frrr.org.au/grants/tackling_tough_times_together
Exceptionally Complex A new NDIS grant round has been released to establish a national network of specialist
Support Needs Program – providers who will assist the NDIA to support the development of robust support
NDIS coordination services for NDIS participants with exceptionally complex support needs.
The total amount available for this funding is $10,000,000.
Applications close 1 May The Program will provide selected organisations with the funding needed to grow and
2019 develop the support coordination services for participants with exceptionally complex
support needs. This initiative will see a number of highly experienced and skilled providers
establishing communities of practice and providing advice to support coordinators in the
provision of services to participants.
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.auEligibility:
The Applicant and each subcontractor (if any) must be a Registered Provider of Supports,
in all of the following Registration Groups:
• Support Coordination (0132)
• Behaviour Support (110); and
• Assistance in Coordinating Or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports (0106)
https://www.ndis.gov.au/news/2113-exceptionally-complex-support-needs-program-
grant-round-now-open
Building Digital Skills – Building Digital Skills grants help organisations to continue delivering their Be Connected
Australian Government digital literacy programs. All Be Connected Network Partners who have registered 24
people on the Be Connected Learning Portal (12 people if you’re in an outer regional,
Applications close 3 May remote or very remote area) can apply for a Building Digital Skills grant.
2019 There are six different contract sizes to apply for, depending on how many people you're
able to support. Contracts range from $2,500 to $15,000. Funding can be spent on
anything that will help you support older Australians to complete 2 courses or 10 activities
on the Be Connected Learning Portal.
In order to apply for this funding, you must:
• Be a Be Connected Network Partner. If you're not already part of the Network, click
here to join.
• Have registered 24 people onto the Be Connected website (12 people if you’re in an
outer regional, remote or very remote area)
What can the grant be used for? The funding can be spent on activities that support older
Australians to gain basic digital skills and confidence such as:
• new devices including computers, laptops, tablets, smart phones
• upgrading software for devices
• broadband fees
• digital mentor expenses, including training to be a digital mentor
• printing of learning materials for older Australian learners
• police checks for all staff and mentors involved in delivering the Be Connected
The funding cannot be used on building materials and capital works. All delivery will be
measured by registered learners completing 2 courses or 10 activities from any of the
topics on the Be Connected website. Completion of 2 courses or 10 activities should take
30 minutes or longer.
Other requirements include:
• Attendance at training webinars and/or face-to-face events
• Providing an overview budget of how you expect to spend the grant and, on
completion of delivery, sharing a grant acquittal to show actual expenditure
• Providing good news stories/leads for case studies
https://www.beconnectednetwork.org.au/grant-program/building-digital-skills-grants
Capacity Building Grant – The Capacity Building program has been remodelled to a “train the trainer” model, and
Australian Government Good Things Foundation is inviting large-scale community organisations who have the
ability to provide face-to-face training to organisations within their community / network
Applications close 3 May / organisation to apply.
2019 The ultimate aim for each Capacity Builder is to engage a trainer (Lead Digital Mentor) to
train and mentor up to 100 Digital Mentors in a 12 month contract period (50 in outer
regional, remote or very remote locations), using materials provided by Good Things
Foundation to support older Australians to gain basic digital skills and confidence.
Capacity Builders are ambassadors for Good Things Foundation and the Be Connected
Network. They work with Good Things Foundation to support the Be Connected program,
helping them to strengthen the Network and support community organisations to meet
the needs of older Australians seeking to improve their digital skills.
In order to apply for this funding, you must:
• Be a Be Connected Network Partner
• Provide an ABN number
• Have public liability insurance
• Be able to demonstrate your capacity to deliver the project you are proposing to
undertake
https://www.beconnectednetwork.org.au/grant-program/capacity-building-grants
Good For Good Community A Queensland Country Good for Good Community Grant project is a project that makes a
Grants – Queensland Country practical difference to the lives of people in Queensland communities. They’re looking to
Credit Union
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Applications close 3 May connect, make a difference and be safe.
2019 Queensland Country Good for Good Community Grants are a monetary grant of between
$5000 and $30,000 that are awarded from a pool of $100,000 to eligible not-for-profit
community organisations.
In the spirit of paying it forward, our Queensland Country Good for Good Community
Grant recipients partner with them to fundraise 10% of their approved grant amount on
behalf of our Charity Partner, Ronald McDonald House North Australia or Ronald
McDonald House South East Queensland Chapters. That really is good for good.
To be eligible to apply for a grant your organisation must:
• Be a current Member of Queensland Country Credit Union Limited
• Be a not-for-profit organisation with an ABN
• Be committed to fundraising 10% of the awarded grant amount for Ronald McDonald
House Charities during the grant period
• Agree to provide permanent public recognition at the location of the project in the
form of a sign or equivalent (the cost of the sign is to be included in the grant amount
requested)
• Propose a project that falls into one of the following categories:
o sport and recreation
o health
o education
o environment
o arts, culture and heritage
https://www.qccu.com.au/community/good-for-good-community-grants/
Thriving Queensland Neighbourhood and community centres across Queensland are encouraged to apply for a
Communities grants – share of $800,000 under the latest round of the Thriving Queensland Communities Grants
Queensland Government program.
The Thriving Queensland Communities grants are open to government-funded
Applications close 3 May neighbourhood and community centres for projects and equipment.
2019 All 124 Department of Communities, Disability Services and Seniors funded
neighbourhood and community centres are eligible to apply for funds to support and build
on existing networking and engagement with local communities, providing a stronger
platform to listen and respond to community priorities.
Applications for funding from $2,000 - $20,000 are encouraged from neighbourhood and
community centres for eligible activities that deliver family and community engagement
activities, purchase equipment or resources that help the centre engage and support their
community, and undertake relevant staff professional development.
https://www.communities.qld.gov.au/community/thriving-queensland-communities-
grants-round-two-2019
Community Heritage Grants – The Community Heritage Grants (CHG) program provides grants of up to $15,000 to
National Library of Australia community organisations such as libraries, archives, museums, genealogical and historical
societies, multicultural and Indigenous groups. The grants are provided to assist with the
Applications close 6 May preservation of locally owned, but nationally significant collections of materials that are
2019 publicly accessible including artefacts, letters, diaries, maps, photographs, and audio
visual material.
The types of projects supported include
• significance assessments of collections
• preservation needs assessments of collections
• conservation activities and collection management, and
• training workshops.
https://www.nla.gov.au/awards-and-grants/chg
Information, Linkages and This funding round invites applications that seek to meet one or more of the following
Capacity Building (ILC) aims:
National Information 1. Deliver up to date, high quality information in a variety of products about specific
Program Funding Round – disability types, functional impacts, supports and services available for individuals
NDIS with disability, their families and carers which will increase individuals’ ability to
exercise choice and control.
Applications close 10 May 2. Provide information about disability that is relevant for mainstream organisations
2019 and service systems and increase the ability of organisations and services to be
relevant and responsive.
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.au3. Develop and disseminate information, which meets the needs of specific cohorts
including Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities, Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander (A&TSI) communities, LGBTQI+ communities, and communities
living in rural and remote areas.
Up to $51 million (GST excl.) is available for the period FY2019-20 through to FY 2021-22
for the National Information Program. Organisations are encouraged to apply for grants
over $300,000 (GST Excl) over 3 years. Grants of less than $300,000 may not be
considered. There is no upper limit for the amount of funding that can be applied for in
this grant round, however, value for money will be a key consideration during the
assessment process.
The NDIA can only provide funding to an organisation that is a legal entity. Lead
organisations of a consortium or organisations applying on behalf of other organisations
must be a legal entity. The various eligible entity types (including Incorporated
Associations, LGAs and Cooperatives) are listed in the guidelines.
https://www.communitygrants.gov.au/grants/information-linkages-and-capacity-building-
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Community Assistance Each Council financial year, a fixed amount of funding, as determined by Council, will be
Grants: Special Projects – allocated to the Special Projects Grants program. The Special Projects Grant program will
Whitsunday Regional Council be open to all incorporated not for profit clubs wishing to undertake one-off projects or
events that fall outside the normal operations of the club. Grants up to $20,000 may be
Round 3 applications close 17 available.
May 2019 The criteria and acquittal for this grant program will be more specific to the project
(please refer to the Application Form). Clubs that can apply for RADF will be eligible for
this grant. In the event the funds for this program are exhausted in a financial year, the
program will be closed for the remainder of that year. Funding levels for future years will
be at the discretion of Council.
The following types of projects are ineligible:
• Projects which include services or activities that are the responsibility of a
government body, or that the applicant organisation or another organisation is
already funded to deliver
• Projects which are political in nature or incorporate political activities
• Projects being delivered before grants are awarded – projects are not funded
retrospectively
https://www.whitsunday.qld.gov.au/556/Community-Assistance-Grants
North Queensland Glencore’s North Queensland Community Assistance Program (NQ CAP) reflects our belief
Community Assistance that communities should benefit from our operations. The NQ CAP provides one-off
Program – Glencore sponsorships, donations and in-kind support for local events and initiatives that are from
$100 to $20,000 to deliver benefits within the communities of Mount Isa, Cloncurry and
Townsville.
Round 3 opens 13 May and Areas of support include:
closes 24 May 2019 • Education / training
• Enterprise development
• Economic diversification.
To receive funding through the Glencore NQ CAP applicants must:
• Be incorporated
• Provide services or manage sustainable community initiatives that contribute to the
well-being and development of the local communities of Mount Isa, Cloncurry and/or
Townsville
• Be a community organization, not-for-profit group or government agency
• Address the criteria listed in the application form.
http://www.mountisamines.com.au/en/community/Pages/Community-support.aspx
Tomorrow Fund – AMP AMP’s Tomorrow Fund is looking for individuals, who are working hard to make a positive
impact in the community, to share in $1 million in grants.
Individuals of all ages, abilities and walks of life, who are working toward a goal that
Applications close 27 May benefits the community, but need help to make it happen, are encouraged to submit an
2019 application from 11 April.
AMP’s Tomorrow Fund supports talented and innovative Australians, known as Tomorrow
Makers, with grants of between $5,000 and $100,000.
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.auTomorrow Makers are working toward goals across many areas of endeavour, including
everything from art, athletics and sport, to social innovation, medical research, music and
more.
What they share is the drive to make a positive impact on Australia, either by inspiring
others or creating something special.
To be in the running to share in $1 million in grants, you must complete the online form
on the AMP Tomorrow Fund website when applications open, explaining what your goal
is, how you’re going to get there and what you’ve already done to work towards it.
If you know someone in your community doing something extraordinary, please tell them
about AMP’s Tomorrow Fund and encourage others to do the same. Word of mouth is
one of the best ways to ensure we can find and support Tomorrow Makers.
Posters, information sheets and a sample application are available for download from the
‘Tips & tools’ section of the AMP Tomorrow Fund website.
https://www.ampstomorrowfund.com.au/
BMA Local Buying This program aims to enhance the economic sustainability of communities within BMA’s
Community Foundation operational footprint and the broader Bowen Basin region via small grants (typically less
than $25,000).
To apply for LBF funding in Queensland, submissions must meet the following criteria:
Round 2 closes 31 May 2019 • the project must benefit businesses in targeted areas (Qld - Central Highlands, Isaac
or Mackay regions)
• the submission is not for a commercial business grant or not to be considered to be
similar to a commercial business grant
• the project has not already occurred and funds are not being sought retrospectively
• all other criteria as outlined in the Qld LBF Public Guidelines.
In addition to being aligned with the objectives of the Foundation, programs, projects and
initiatives will be assessed according to criteria which will include: impact; sustainability;
cost effectiveness; alignment and practicality; project agility and flexibility.
http://www.localbuyingfoundation.com.au/
Gambling Community Benefit The fund allocates funding to not-for-profit community groups to enhance their capacity
Fund – Department of Justice to provide services, leisure activities and opportunities for Queensland communities.
Applications can be submitted for funding between $500 and a maximum of $35,000
Round 101 will close on 31 (including GST). If the cost of any item is more than the approved amount, it is the
May 2019 organisation’s responsibility to fund the difference.
All organisations must:
• have not-for-profit objectives
• be community based
• and be registered (have a business partner number) with CBFU as a legal entity or
sponsored organisation prior to submitting an application form.
Organisations must be one of the following: 1. Incorporated or registered by an Act of
Parliament (other than those listed below); 2. A sponsored organisation applying through
an organisation Incorporated or registered by an Act of Parliament; 3. Local Ambulance
Committee, Rural Fire Brigade or State Emergency Service Group applying as a sponsored
organisation through the Department of Community Safety or relevant department as
their legal entity.
OLGR has launched a new, user-friendly online grants portal that allows you to:
• access the portal from most devices and operating systems
o browsers - Internet Explorer, Chrome, Safari, Firefox
o devices - Windows and Apple compatible tablets, PC, laptop (not smartphones)
• use your unique organisation number or organisation name and password to login
and manage your registration details
• apply for grants online (no more PDF readers and emails required)
• check the status of your application in real-time and view your application history
• submit your acquittals online (including applying for extensions to acquittal due
dates, submitting variations to approved items and checking for un-acquitted funds).
http://www.justice.qld.gov.au/corporate/sponsorships-and-grants/grants/community-
benefit-funding-programs
Disaster Assistance Loans: Non-profit organisations whose assets have been significantly damaged as a direct result
Non-Profit organisations – of an eligible disaster may be able to access low interest loans of up to $100,000.
Queensland Government
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.auWhat assistance is available? Concessional loans are provided to assist you to re-establish
Applications are open the normal operations of your organisation by covering costs such as:
• repairing or replacing damaged plant and equipment
• repairing or restoring essential premises, including grounds, amenities and
infrastructure
• supplying stock for us to one month to replace lost stock and maintain liquidity of the
organisation
The Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Services has activated concessional loans for
non-profit organisations in relation to the following eligible disasters:
• North and Far North Queensland Monsoon Trough 25 January - 14 February 2019
• Severe Tropical Cyclone Debbie and Associated Rainfall and Flooding, 28 March – 6
April 2017
To be eligible for assistance your property must be located in one of the "defined disaster
areas" for the relevant disaster (see the table on their website the the Defined Disaster
Areas).
http://www.qrida.qld.gov.au/current-programs/Disaster-recovery/disaster-
assistance/disaster-assistance-non-profit-organisation
Sport and Recreation Disaster The Sport and Recreation Disaster Recovery Program provides not-for-profit sport and
Recovery Program – recreation organisations with funding to re-establish their facilities and activities after
Queensland Government extreme natural events, including floods, fire, cyclones and severe storms.
Funding of up to $20,000 (Level 2) may be available for eligible sport and recreation
Applications are open organisations located in the following areas declared under the Natural Disaster Relief and
Recovery Arrangements (NDRRA):
• Cloncurry Shire Council
• Flinders Shire Council
• McKinlay Shire Council
• Richmond Shire Council
• Townsville City Council.
Level 2 funding is for repair, restoration and mitigation support. Where Level 2 is
announced as being available, applications can be submitted for up to 6 months from the
date of the announcement.
Funding may be available for the following items/works that assist in recovery:
• Mitigating the effect of future damage to the sport and recreation infrastructure due
to a similar disaster event.
• Repairing and restoring damage to sport and recreation infrastructure that directly
relates to the re-establishment of facilities.
• Replace damaged items that are not covered by Level 1 assistance to restore
operations to support the delivery of sport and recreation activities.
To be eligible, organisations must:
• be located in an NDRRA Category A to C declared disaster affected area (depending
on level of funding requested)
• be an incorporated local or regional not-for-profit organisation with a primary
objective relating to sport and recreation
• be a not-for-profit racing or turf club (Level 1 funding only)
It is recommended that you contact your local Sport and Recreation regional office prior
to applying to discuss any enquiries.
https://www.qld.gov.au/recreation/sports/funding/disaster-recovery
Website Grant – The Institute This program is to help charities turn their websites from a brochure site into a data-
of Technology driven website, marketing and fundraising tool.
TITAN will offer 100 charities the opportunity to receive a new, mobile-first, best-practice
Expressions of Interest are website built by joyful.org.
open – closing date is not Joyful’s website build process, which covers the strategy, design and build of a new
listed website for $20,000, is covered by the TITAN grant. Successful applicants will also be
given $1,000 to match the first AU$1,000 successfully raised in online donations received
through the new website.
Organisations must read the conditions before starting the first stage of application. There
is the possibility of more follow-on funding, dependent on the success of the campaign.
WHAT YOUR ORGANISATION LOOKS LIKE:
• You are a small or medium sized non-profit organisation, with a revenue range
between AU$0.3m and AU$30m (Enquire first if you are outside this range).
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.au• You are hungry to improve your online marketing and are frustrated by your current
website and looking to revitalise this.
• Online marketing is important to your mission and improving it is a priority (eg to
help more beneficiaries or attract supporters).
https://www.titan.org.au/website-grant
Sustainable Giving Initiative – The Coopers Brewery Foundation has introduced an annual Sustainable Giving initiative to
Coopers Foundation run in conjunction with our general giving program. Under the initiative, an eligible
organisation will be selected and awarded $50,000 a year for three years, providing it
Expressions of Interest close with a total of $150,000. The program is designed to provide long-term certainty for the
1 June 2019 successful organisation.
The focus areas for the Sustainable Giving initiative for 2019 is Youth Education.
Funding can only be provided to organisations with Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) Item 1
endorsement by the Australian Tax Office. Proof of your organisation’s DGR status must
accompany your Expression of Interest form. Only one application per organisation/DGR
can be submitted for consideration by the Board of Governors. Applications will only be
considered if they fit the Foundation’s focus for that year. It is desirable that projects have
ongoing benefits.
https://coopers.com.au/foundation/apply-for-funding
RACQ Foundation: Natural The Foundation’s priorities are to help affected community organisations rebuild after
Disasters these events and help charitable organisations provide assistance to victims of floods,
cyclones and other natural disasters. Applications to the RACQ Foundation are expected
Applications close 14 June to be for amounts of up to $50,000, with funding up to $200,000 considered in
2019 exceptional circumstances only.
The RACQ Foundation’s priorities are to assist:
• Queensland community organisations that have been significantly affected by natural
disasters to help them regain their position prior to the disaster; and
• Queensland community organisations mitigate the impact of future natural disasters
on buildings and other capital works; and
• Deserving charities or other organisations with a charitable purpose that help
Queenslanders who have been impacted by a natural disaster.
To be eligible for funding your organisation must meet each of the criteria outlined below:
1. Your organisation must be either:
a. a small to medium community organisation; or
b. a charity or other organisation with a charitable purpose.
2. The project must benefit Queenslanders who have been significantly affected by flood,
other weather event or natural disaster or seek to prevent such events from negatively
impacting on Queensland communities.
3. The project must be completed within 12 months of funding.
https://www.racq.com.au/about/community-and-sponsorships/racq-foundation
Queensland Destination The QDEP offers two funding options for regional events:
Events Program – Tourism • Destination Event funding – single year funding for developing events seeking growth
and Events Queensland ($10,000 - $25,000 per year)
• Significant Event funding – single year or up to three years of funding for events that
Applications for Round 13 can demonstrate a strong track record of growth or growth potential ($25,000 -
close 26 June 2019 for $100,000 per year).
eligible event dates: January How the funding can be used
2020 to January 2021 • Marketing costs
• Strategic plan development
• Engagement of short-term specialised personnel
• Hire of temporary infrastructure
Eligibility criteria
To be eligible to apply for funding through the QDEP, an event must meet the following
key objectives:
Destination event funding
• The event must take place wholly within Queensland
• You must be able to demonstrate the historical size of the event in terms of:
Audience; Spectator numbers; Participant numbers, and/or Media profile
• The applicant must be able to demonstrate the event's capacity to grow against the
baseline
Significant event funding
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.auIn addition to the criteria for Destination Event funding, events seeking Significant Event
funding must meet the following criteria:
• The event must have received a minimum of one year of support under the
Destination Event program and have met all the requirements as outlined in the
contract
• The event must provide a recent report showing evidence of the total number of
event attendees (including participants and spectators), specifically detailing the
breakdown and number of visitors from outside the region; this information must be
independently gathered and reported, or independently verified
• The event must present a strong opportunity for Queensland and demonstrate
extensive recognition outside the region in which it is held in terms of visitation
and/or media profile.
For more information on eligibility, funding uses, funding conditions, and the application
process please click the following link: QDEP Funding Guidelines.
http://teq.queensland.com/en-AU/Events/Events-Support/Queensland-Destination-
Events-Program
Local Community Events – Supports organisations in delivering events for benefit of the local community. These
Cairns Regional Council events enrich residents' lives and celebrate important occasions. do not usually attract
visitors from outside of town specially for the event. The grants cover cash and/or in kind
Round 12 applications close minimum of $3,000 to maximum of $15,000.
30 June 2019 *Note: Events must commence and be completed within the eligible event date period.
Council’s Community grant program supports community based groups and organisations
which provide programs, activities, events and programs that enrich the diversity of
cultural, social, sport and economic development opportunities available to the residents
and businesses located in the Cairns region.
Local Events should:
• Drive community and social outcomes to enhance the overall quality of life in local
communities
• Drive future growth and financial sustainability
• Contribute to the region’s balanced portfolio of community, arts & cultural and
sporting events
• Generate key economic outcomes
• Showcase the importance of events for local communities and businesses
• Support events that benefit charities or other worthwhile causes
• Celebrate the rich traditions of communities and the importance of these to the
Cairns region
It is recommended that you read the guidelines from the website as it details relevant
tiers for events, critical to eligibility.
http://www.cairns.qld.gov.au/payments/grants
Dreams For A Better World – Sunsuper's community grants are available to give you the leg up, a helping hand to make
Sunsuper your dream a reality. If your not-for-profit organisation or community group dreams of
helping to create brighter futures for Australians or a more active community or support
Round 2 applications close 21 others to live better they want to hear about it. There are three rounds for community
June 2019 grants and each round has a different theme. If your dream fits the criteria and is eligible
apply for your chance to receive up to $50,000 in grants to help a cause close to your
heart.
Round 2: Brighter Futures
Does your dream empower others to learn and earn to have a brighter future?
Tell them if you need funding for education initiatives or to create jobs for those in need,
or improve financial wellbeing and affordability for Australians. They're also looking for
dreams that enhance employment opportunities, or offer training and support to those
who need a helping hand to get into or back to work.
https://dreamsforabetterworld.com.au/community-grants
Drought Communities The Drought Communities Programme (DCP) supports communities in the most drought-
Programme – Australian affected regions of Australia.
Government Funding is available to eligible councils for local infrastructure projects and other drought-
relief activities. Project funding is intended to provide short-term support, including by
Applications close 30 June boosting local employment and procurement, and addressing social and community
2019 needs.
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.auOn 19 August 2018, the Australian Government announced it would boost the Drought
Communities Programme by $75 million and provide initial support of $1 million to 60
eligible councils in 2018-19.
Eligible councils are able to select projects that provide the greatest support to their
communities, including infrastructure and other activities. Projects must be in addition to
the normal planned activities of the council. Further guidance will be available in the
program guidelines.
Eligible Queensland Councils are:
Balonne, Barcaldine, Barcoo, Blackall Tambo, Bulloo, Boulia, Diamantina, Flinders,
Goondiwindi, Lockyer Valley, Longreach, Maranoa, McKinlay, Murweh, Paroo, Richmond,
Quilpie, Somerset, South Burnett, Southern Downs, Toowoomba and Winton.
Projects could include:
• Employing local contractors to undertake repairs and maintenance
• Upgrading or building new community facilities
• Holding events and undertaking drought-relief activities
• Carting potable water into communities for drinking and bathing.
http://regional.gov.au/regional/programs/drought-communities.aspx
Major Community Activity – Financial assistance of up to $15,000 is available for a Community Activity delivered by a
Hinchinbrook Shire Council not-for-profit committee/club/group which has previously held a Community Activity.
Characteristics include:
Current round of applications • Have previously held a Community Activity within 5+ years
open 24 June and close 8 July • Entrance fee usually charged, some free entry
2019 • Minimum of 2,000 attendees
• Minimum of event of Community Activity is one day/night, eight hours, several
For assistance or event date events within the program
between 1 October and 31 • Marketing activity being a mix of Shire and wider communities.
December 2019 • https://www.hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au/community-environment/grants-and-funding/
Community Grants Scheme •– This scheme provides financial assistance to community organisations for up to 50% (with
Rockhampton Regional a cap of $20,000) of the costs of projects that are capital works (including building
Council renovations, equipment and furnishings), and will have a lasting benefit to the broad
community. An organisation may only be funded for one such project per annum, and
preference will be given to projects that provide for multi-purpose or multi-organisational
Applications open 26 May
use.
and close 16 July 2019
• Applications will be assessed against the following criteria:
• Applicant’s ability to undertake the project including obtaining any relevant
approvals and permissions
• Community need for the project and potential for use by other groups
• Community outcomes expected from the project, including any positive promotion of
the local area
• Value for money with realistic scope and at least two quotes for all works.
For further information contact Council on (07) 4936 8368, 1300 22 55 77 or email
CAP@rrc.qld.gov.au
https://www.rockhamptonregion.qld.gov.au/CommunityEvents/Grants-and-
Sponsorships/Community-Assistance-Program
Dreams For A Better World – Dream big and you could receive a grant to help your business address local issues like
Sunsuper housing affordability, unemployment, sustainability, mental health issues or even help
boost your local economy.
Applications close 2 August As long as your dream has a direct positive impact on an Australian community they want
2019 to hear from you.
So if you've been dreaming of starting a project or need more resources to get the job
done, a small business grant could be the helping hand your local business needs to make
a lasting and positive change in your community.
Follow the links to apply and tell them about your business, your community, your dream
and how $15,000 would help make a difference.
https://dreamsforabetterworld.com.au/
Honda Foundation The Honda Foundation acts as a charitable trust, providing financial assistance to charities
and organisations doing amazing work across a range of social and environmental issues.
Applications close 9 August These include:
2019 • Supporting the disadvantaged, disabled or those suffering from illness
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.au• Relief for victims of natural disasters
• Promotion of innovation and new technologies
The Honda Foundation now has two different application forms:
• One for Monetary ($) Funding requests. Grants have ranged from $500 to purchase
bike helmets for children with disabilities to $700,000 for The Fred Hollows
Foundation to continue their incredible work in preventing and curing avoidable
blindness.
• The other for Honda Hero Loan Vehicle - provide a 12-month Loan Vehicle Program
which includes registration, insurance and all servicing costs, and is capped at 20 loan
vehicles at any one time.
Please ensure that you download the appropriate application form and that all fields are
completed except for the Dealership Authorisation section.
https://www.thehondafoundation.com.au/about.html
Community Grants Scheme – Rockhampton Regional Council is committed to supporting eligible organisations to
Rockhampton Regional undertake projects or events that provide economic and community development
Council outcomes for the local area, and makes a funding allocation available in its budget each
year.
Round 1 applications open in Support is provided through the Community Assistance Program and Major Sponsorship
July and close in August 2019 Scheme, and may be either a cash contribution or in-kind support (for things such as use
of a Council venue, additional garbage collection for an event, etc). As Council is required
to account for all support provided, in-kind support is still a real cost and must be included
in the total value of your application. To enable Council to assist your organisation with in-
kind support you will need to provide full details of the costs of the service you require.
This scheme provides financial assistance to community organisations for up to 50% (with
a cap of $20,000) of the costs of projects that are capital works (including building
renovations, equipment and furnishings), and will have a lasting benefit to the broad
community. An organisation may only be funded for one such project per annum, and
preference will be given to projects that provide for multi-purpose or multi-organisational
use.
https://www.rockhamptonregion.qld.gov.au/CommunityEvents/Grants-and-
Sponsorships/Community-Assistance-Program
Community Projects Grant – The Community Project Grant is available for applications from eligible not-for-profit
Noosa Council organisations that demonstrate a need for funding for:
• Events - Community based festivals or events that bring residents together (beyond
Round 12 applications open organisations’ membership base), including cultural, sports, environmental or
12 August and close 19 community festivals.
September 2019 • Projects/programs – Projects, purchases of equipment or programs that respond to a
specific opportunity or need within the community or contribute to reducing the
community’s greenhouse gas emissions. Ongoing projects or programs may be funded
for a maximum of three years
• Building work or infrastructure improvement projects.
Eligibility - Not-for-profit organisations (see Section 17 Definitions) that are legally
structured as:
• an incorporated association
• a company limited by guarantee
• an Indigenous corporation (registered with the Officer of the Register of Indigenous
Corporations (ORIC)) or
• a co-operative.
https://www.noosa.qld.gov.au/council-grants#Projects_Grant
Flying Start – Jetstar Jetstar's Flying Start Program invites community groups and organisations across Australia
to apply for a grant to fund a project that will enrich the lives of people in their local
community. The grant includes: $15,000 cash; $15,000 worth of travel with Jetstar
Applications for Round 22
anywhere on the Jetstar network; promotion on Jetstar’s website and Facebook page;
close 30 September 2019
national and local level media coverage.
Entry is open to not-for-profit community groups and organisations of any size, who are
seeking funding to help enhance the lives of people in their local community; and can be
classified into one of the following categories:
• Charity
• Educational and Health Organisations
• Arts Group or organisation
• Sporting group or organisation
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.auThe community group or organisation should have a specific project in mind for how the
grant will be used to benefit their local community.
https://www.jetstar.com/au/en/flyingstart#home
Queensland Veterans’ The Queensland Government, through the Department of the Premier and Cabinet, has
Memorial grants program – established the Queensland Veterans’ Memorial Grants Program to encourage and assist
Queensland Government Queensland veterans’ groups and other organisations in the creation, upkeep and
conservation of monuments, memorials and public memorial sites acknowledging
Round 2 applications open 13 Queensland veterans’ contributions.
May and close 20 October The Queensland Veterans’ Memorial Grants Program provides funding of up to $30,000
2019 (ex GST) per application.
The following organisations are eligible to apply:
• local councils
• incorporated associations or bodies
• corporations operating on a not-for-profit basis
• site or memorial custodians who are not ineligible entities.
All applicant organisations must:
• operate on a not-for-profit basis
• possess a valid Australian Business Number (ABN)
• be seeking funding.
https://anzac100.initiatives.qld.gov.au/grants/
Energy Efficient Communities The Energy Efficient Communities Program will deliver $50 million of grants to assist
Program – Australian businesses and community organisations to improve energy efficiency practices and
Government technologies and better manage energy consumption to reduce their power bills. Grants
will be made available for:
Applications open 1 Community organisations - can apply for up to $12,500 and will not be required to make
September 2019 and close a co-contribution.
January 2020 Small businesses can apply for up to $20,000 and will not be required to make a co-
contribution.
More details will be posted Businesses that consume large amounts of energy each year (over 0.05 petajoules) can
when the program opens for apply for up to $25,000 and will be required to contribute matched funding.
applications Funding will support activities to help businesses and community organisations to save
energy through:
• equipment upgrades that reduce energy consumption - energy generation and
storage projects (for example solar photovoltaic panels, batteries and solar hot
water) will only be permitted for community organisations
• investment in energy and emissions monitoring and management systems to better
manage energy use
• completion of energy systems assessments according to the Australian Standard or
feasibility studies to investigate energy efficiency opportunities
https://www.energy.gov.au/government-priorities/energy-programs/energy-efficient-
communities-program
Australian Communities Each year, ACF makes hundreds of grants to support charitable organisations and projects
Foundation all around the country and internationally. They recommend that proposals are between
1-4 pages and include an overview of:
Requests can be submitted at • Your organisation
any time • The issue being addressed
• The project / The impact or expected outcomes of the project
• The amount of funding you are seeking.
ACF only makes grants to organisations with the following Australian Taxation Office
endorsements:
• TCC – Tax Concession Charity status
• DGR – Deductible Gift Recipient Item 1 of the table in Section 30-15 of the Income
Tax Assessment Act (1997)
The Grants Team reviews funding proposals fortnightly. If eligible the proposal will be
flagged for inclusion in a donor newsletter. Organisations will only be notified if a donor
expresses interest in their proposal.
Due to the high volume of requests we are only able to accept two funding requests per
organisation per calendar year. To speak to their Grants Team, call (03) 9412 0412 or
email admin@communityfoundation.org.au
http://www.communityfoundation.org.au/
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