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GENERAL GRANTS LIST
MARCH 2019
Community, Health and Non-profit .................................................................................................... 2
General Business, IT, Communication, Export and Trade ................................................................. 19
Sport, Events, Tourism and The Arts ................................................................................................ 37
Energy, Clean Technology, Science, Innovation and R&D................................................................. 47
Environment, Conservation, Agriculture, Exploration and Land ...................................................... 53
Education and Training..................................................................................................................... 57
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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 What assistance is available? Concessional loans are provided to assist you to re-establish
the normal operations of your organisation by covering costs such as:
Applications are open • 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
ACCAN Grants Program ACCAN works towards a telecommunications market that is fair and inclusive for all – a
market which is available, accessible and affordable.
Applications close 22 March With this aim, the ACCAN Grants Program funds projects which either undertake research
2019 on telecommunications issues, represent telecommunications consumers, or create
educational tools which empower consumers to understand telecommunications
products and services and make decisions in their own interests.
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It is critical that applications are framed in terms of a specific consumer problem and
describe how the project addresses that problem. Projects focussing on one of the below
consumer issues will be prioritised, as per Selection Criteria. Priorities have been
formulated in consultation with ACCAN's stakeholders.
• Priority Theme 1 - Consumer privacy and security, especially in relation to the
Internet of Things (IOT)
• Priority Theme 2 - Access to communications in regional, rurual, and remote
communities, including indigenous communities
• Priority Theme 3 - Emerging technologies, for example, Accessibility for people with
disabilities using Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Education and Representation Stream
• Applications in this stream are for work that is predominantly consumer education
and/or representation focussed. The lead applicant must be from the community
sector, or demonstrate strong community partnership.
• The project uses, or supplements, existing ACCAN resources;
• Applications may be for projects of any value up to $50,000;
• Applications may be for projects of any duration up to 1 year.
http://accan.org.au/grants
Aura Community Grants – The Stockland Aura Community Grants Program encourages community groups and
Stockland and Aura organisations to apply for funding for one-off cash payments to support their contribution
to the local community. Funds are available for projects that support local activities and
Applications close 22 March services with outcomes focused in Caloundra North, Caloundra South or Glasshouse
2019 Country statistical areas.
Applications must be for community based not for profit organisations, groups or clubs.
They must deliver outcomes which meet the objectives of the Stockland Aura Community
Grants Framework.
The program or initiative must take place within 24 months for grants ranging from $5001
to $50,000.
Only one application per organisation, group, club etc. can be submitted.
https://stocklandaura.good2givegrants.org/
Community Giving Fund – Aurizon consider themselves part of the local communities where they live and work.
Aurizon While they are working on repairing the impact of the recent floods on their operations in
North Queensland they also want to help local communities recover and rebuild from this
Applications close 22 March devastating weather event.
2019 They have established a special round of the Aurizon Community Giving Fund to provide
cash grants to eligible charitable organisations with grants of up to $20,000.
Who is eligible for a Community Appeal grant:
• Cash grants are only available for projects that affect the immediate flood areas in
North Queensland between Townsville and Mount Isa.
• Non-profit organisations that hold an approved deductible gift recipient (DGR) status
charity (Item 1) from the Australian Tax Office. If you are unsure of your
organisation’s tax status, check with your financial advisor and the Australian
Government’s ABN Lookup website.
• The Aurizon Community Giving Fund is focused on the broad areas of health and
wellbeing, community safety, the environment and education. All applications for an
Aurizon Community Giving Fund grant must fit within at least one of these funding
categories to be eligible for consideration.
https://www.aurizon.com.au/community/community-giving
Solar Communities Program – CONFUSING DATES ALERT: Please note: the closing date in the factsheet (states
Federal Government September 2019) and on the business.gov.au website lists the grant as closed. It doesn’t
match with information on MP’s websites. Indigo Gold recommends contacting your local
Federal MP to discuss your project and confirm the closing date – it could be as early as 22
Expressions of Interest may
March.
possibly close between 22
and 28 March 2019, The Energy Efficient Communities Program will deliver $50 million of grants to assist
depending on the MP’s office businesses and community organisations to improve energy efficiency practices and
technologies and better manage energy consumption to reduce their power bills. Grants
will be made available for:
Community organisations - can apply for up to $12,500 and will not be required to make
a co-contribution.
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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
Here is the link to information about the grant – via Quilpie Shire’s website.
https://quilpie.qld.gov.au/2019/03/14/eois-open-federal-government-environmental-
grants/
Primary Funding Grants - Their primary funding stream considers long-term opportunities for community led
CAGES Foundation initiatives which have the potential to create systemic change. Their primary funding
stream grants are typically larger grants with a multi-year focus (mostly no less than a
Submissions close on 31 three year commitment). They have a preference for working in partnership with
March 2019 organisations and their grant partnerships are built on relationships and trust.
Due to the nature of these grants they usually have up to 70% of their grant monies
already committed to current partners and only expect to make an additional 1-2 grants
available in 2019. The process for their primary funding stream is an open enquiry round
from which short-listed organisations will be invited to make a formal grant application.
Funds for this round are distributed in June.
Criteria:
• Gifts from the primary funding stream are for large and/or long-term work involving
skills transfer, infrastructure, systemic change or program development.
• Activities will be focused on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in the first
five years of life.
• We will be primarily focusing on organisations working in NSW or based on the east
coast who have a national reach.
• There is a strong preference for Aboriginal controlled organisations or organisations
that can demonstrate a close partnership with community and strong Aboriginal
leadership.
• Any activity must be community endorsed.
• All organisations must have DGR1 tax status.
http://cagesfoundation.org/how-we-work/#funding-principles
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 3 applications close 25 Support is provided through the Community Assistance Program and Major Sponsorship
March 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
Greater Charitable Each calendar year the Foundation will provide approximately $1million to programs,
Foundation based either in NSW or South-East Queensland, which are designed to improve the life
outcomes of their beneficiaries.
Expressions of Interest close Applicants can start preparing their Expression of Interest (EOI) form NOW – available on
29 March 2019 their website. Applicants can apply for funding of between $30,000 (12 month project) up
to $350,000 for a two (2) to three (3) year program.
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.auThe Greater Charitable Foundation can only fund Deductible Gift Recipients (DGR) where
the “Provision for gift deductibility” is “item 1 of the table in section 30-15 of the Income
Tax Assessment Act 1997”.
https://www.greater.com.au/charitable-foundation/funding/application-process
Flying Start – Jetstar Every day Jetstar flies thousands of people, helping unite family and friends to share
special holiday experiences with their accessible and affordable fares. Their staff do their
Applications close 31 March very best, every day to get you where you want to go, and to ensure every Jetstar
2019 experience you have is as enjoyable as possible. But there are some people who need
more from us than just low fares.
All grants will consist of the same elements, to ensure fairness and transparency. Each
grant will be worth $30,000, comprising $15,000 cash and $15,000 worth of Jetstar travel.
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.
Judges gather within six weeks after the closing date and select a community group or
organisation to be the grant recipient. All applicants will be notified within six weeks of
the applications close date each quarter and told whether or not they have been
successful.
Judging criteria:
• The extent to which the community group or organisation is seeking funding to help
enhance the lives of people in their local community in the areas of charity, health,
sport, education or the arts.
• The extent to which the community group or organisation can maximise benefits to
their local community with the Jetstar Flying Start grant (i.e. the extent to which they
have a tangible project or activity in mind to utilise the grant).
• The extent to which the project or activity will celebrate and highlight the work of the
community group or organisation and help boost the profile and strength of the
group for the future within twelve months of the grant being awarded.
https://www.jetstar.com/au/en/flyingstart
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 11 applications close minimum of $3,000 to maximum of $15,000.
31 March 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
Mazda Foundation Mazda are dedicated to enriching Australian communities. Fostering a spirit of community
involvement, the foundation supports a broad range of charitable projects with assistance
Applications close 31 March and funding. The Foundation has two priorities:
2019 • Children with physical and/or mental disabilities
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If lodging a Project Notification form, please note that:
• the project must fall within the Foundation’s nominated priority areas;
• the organisation must be an eligible recipient under the Income Tax Assessment Act
• the project must be consistent with the broader aims and objectives of the
Foundation (published on this website); and all areas of the attached form must be
completed.
• The Foundation will acknowledge receipt of the Project Notification form, but this
should not be seen as in any way indicating that the request for consideration will
progress further.
http://mazdafoundation.org.au/
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 11 applications close 3 organisations’ membership base), including cultural, sports, environmental or
April 2019 community festivals.
• 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
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 1 applications close 5 others to live better they want to hear about it. There are three rounds for community
April 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 1: Better Living
They're looking for dreams that improve the lives or living standards of other Australians.
It may be a community development program to create more affordable housing or help
our ageing population or new-comers to Australia. Or your dream may help kids and
families in need or simply create a better environment for a more sustainable world.
Dream big and tell them how your not-for-profit organisation can help others live better.
https://dreamsforabetterworld.com.au/community-grants
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 25 March and close 8 • Entrance fee usually charged, some free entry
April 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 July and 30 • Marketing activity being a mix of Shire and wider communities.
September 2019 https://www.hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au/community-environment/grants-and-funding/
Grand Challenges: They seek proposals that apply an emerging technology – or a combination of emerging
Explorations Round 23 – Bill technologies – for new and potentially transformative solutions in global health priority
& Melinda Gates Foundation areas. For background on the priority areas funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates
foundation, read the summaries of the strategies being employed by the teams within the
Round 23 applications close global health division at the Gates foundation.
10 April 2019 (11:30 am US Awards of $100,000 USD are made in Phase I. Phase I awardees have one opportunity to
Pacific Daylight Time) apply for a follow-on Phase II award of up to $1,000,000 USD.
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.auA few of the many options they consider include (but are not limited to):
• Artificial intelligence for image analysis of human patients
• Materials science for the design of laboratory model systems enabling investigation
of new aspects of disease mechanisms or response to therapy, or enabling high-
throughput screening assays
• Wearable sensors
• Synthetic biology approaches to develop highly sensitive diagnostics
• Nanotechnology for the creation of sensitive and specific biosensors
• Microscopy for intravital imaging of organ systems
• Augmented reality to improve the quality of patient care
• Virtual reality to simulate host-pathogen interactions
• Geospatial mapping
• Robotics to enable new drug screening systems
• DNA sequencing combined with data analytical methods
https://gcgh.grandchallenges.org/challenge/emerging-technologies-new-solutions-global-
health-priority-areas-round-23
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 open 25 March and early intervention programs in the community such as:
close 17 April 2019 • 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
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/
Community Grants – Port of This grant round will support Indigenous Australians to establish new Indigenous
Brisbane 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.
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.auFollowing 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
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.
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.au• 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
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 support projects that enable people to participate, experience, grow, learn, reach out,
connect, make a difference and be safe.
Applications close 3 May Queensland Country Good for Good Community Grants are a monetary grant of between
2019 $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/
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
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:
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.au• 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
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
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 open with a total of $150,000. The program is designed to provide long-term certainty for the
1 April and close 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
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ongoing benefits.
https://coopers.com.au/foundation/apply-for-funding
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
In 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
Catalyst Fund – Roddenberry The Catalyst Fund awards small grants for early-stage, innovative, and unconventional
Foundation ideas that address urgent challenges. They’re looking for ideas that challenge our
thinking, that compel us to see a problem in a new light; and whose creativity and
Program will be back in imagination redefine notions of what can be done and how.
Spring 2019 The Fund makes grants (anyone, anywhere can apply) between $2,500 - $15,000. They
don’t limit themselves to any one issue, rather they search across issues to identify
opportunities where innovation is needed to address an urgent challenge. Projects that
are small in scope, limited in scale, or are not innovative in some way are unlikely to be
funded.
The Fund accepts applications on a continuous basis with no deadlines. There is no limit to
the number of projects they’ll support in any given year.
From time to time they will post a request for proposals for a specific problem they find
particularly compelling or underfunded.
http://roddenberryfoundation.org/our-work/the-catalyst-fund/
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.
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Compiled by Indigo Gold - www.indigogold.com.auSo 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/
Maker Projects Stream B – Maker Projects aims to foster creativity and inquiry based learning in Australian schools
Australian Government and communities through the establishment of STEM-related events and education
activities delivered in partnership with industry for youth under 18 years of age. These will
Applications will close when build capability and leverage off the skills gained by organisations who have previously
funding for 2018/19 is participated in delivering innovation, entrepreneurship and enterprise focused education
exhausted activities for young people (Stream B).
It provides organisations with a one-off matched funding grant from $5,000 to $20,000 to
support the delivery of industry-partnered STEM events and activities to youth under 18
years of age.
The program is expected to be extremely popular and likely to be well subscribed, so
submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
They will process applications in the order they are received. they will close applications
when the funding for this year runs out.
You can only receive one grant over the life of this programme element.
To be eligible, you must have an Australian Business Number (ABN) and be one of the
following:
• an entity incorporated in Australia
• an incorporated not for profit organisation
• a publicly funded research organisation.
https://www.business.gov.au/assistance/inspiring-australia-science-engagement/maker-
projects-stream-b
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.
On 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
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
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• 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/
Brighter Futures: Brighter Futures supports the sustainable development of communities in their
Partnerships – Arrow Energy operational footprint. These communities of interest include: Bowen Basin, Surat Basin
and the Gladstone region.
Applications for larger scale In addition to this, applicants must be: incorporated and be not-for-profit. Their program
funding are accepted supports three areas of community interest:
throughout the year • Health and safety: improving the safety, healthy lifestyles and liveability of the
community
• Education: building sustainable learning and employment opportunities
• Environment: Increasing awareness of the environment around us.
The program also places significant importance on the inclusion of Indigenous projects
and initiatives. No specific amounts are mentioned.
Partnerships:
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• mitigates Arrow's social impacts and builds capacity in the regions
• creates long-term shared value opportunities.
http://www.arrowenergy.com.au/community/brighter-futures
Carnegie Corporation of New Carnegie Corporation of New York, which Andrew Carnegie (1835–1919) established in
York 1911 “to promote the advancement and diffusion of knowledge and understanding,” is
one of the oldest and most influential of American grant making foundations. It provides
Letters of Inquiry can be many millions of dollars in funding projects in the USA and around the world with
made at any time programs relevant to Australia being:
• Education
• Democracy
• International Peace and Security
• Special Projects.
Grants listed on the website range from approximately $15,000 up to more than $1M in
some cases. It would be important to review the awarded grants before considering
applying.
Only full proposals that have been invited for submission will be considered. After a letter
of inquiry has been reviewed, applicants may be invited via email to submit a full
proposal. They do not fund:
• Individuals
• Endowments, buildings or fundraising drives, including fundraising dinners
• Political campaigns, to support political activities or to lobby for or against particular
pieces of legislation
• Existing deficits
• Scholarships
• Churches or other religious organisations.
https://www.carnegie.org/grants/
Community Events Funding – The Events Funding Program is designed to build relationships with community groups
Logan City Council and organisations to provide events for the benefit of Logan residents and visitors to the
region, whilst enhancing the city's image.
Applications accepted each Each year, Council provides financial and/or in-kind support for a wide range of events,
month programs and initiatives that celebrate what it means to live in Logan, and that help build
a sense of belonging and pride in our city.
In supporting grassroots community events and programs, Council is looking for
opportunities that complement the corporate events program and which reflect and
celebrate our community’s diversity, energy and creativity.
Funding limits are not listed in the guidelines.
http://www.logan.qld.gov.au/community-support/grants/events-and-festivals
Community Grants – Gandel Gandel Philanthropy awards grants to community organisations to meet both the
Philanthropy immediate as well as long-term needs within the Australian and Jewish community, in a
number of clearly defined Areas of Interest. These grants are allocated up to a maximum
Rolling program with amount of $40,000. They are generally envisaged as one-off grants aimed at providing
applications accepted support for a defined program or part of a program.
throughout the year They are mainly intended for smaller community organisations, however any eligible
organisation can apply for support for programs or services within one of the specified
Areas of Interest:
• Arts & Culture
• Education
• Health & Medical Research
• Community Development
• Social Cohesion & Inclusion
• Poverty & Disadvantage.
Community Grants will be allocated in both the traditional and new areas of interest,
reflecting our wish to explore and learn about the needs in a range of sectors in the
community. These areas of interest may continue to evolve.
Additional details related to eligibility, descriptions of Areas of Interest, the application
process, exclusions and other relevant information are contained in the Community
Grants Grant Guidelines document.
http://www.gandelphilanthropy.org.au/grant-information/grant-levels-and-areas-of-
interest/
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