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Grants Available in March (2) Safer Communities Fund Round 4 Last updated: 4 March 2019 At a glance Provides schools and pre-schools, community organisations and local councils with grants of up to $1.5 million for security infrastructure and engagement activities to protect children in the community who are at risk of attack, harassment or violence stemming from racial or religious intolerance. Who can apply: At a minimum, you must have an Australian Business Number (ABN) and be one of the following entities: an incorporated not for profit organisation an Australian local government agency or body an Australian State/Territory Government agency or body a registered school or pre-school that is a legal entity (with its own unique ABN) and that can enter into a grant agreement in its own right a legal entity applying on behalf of a registered school or pre-school. Other eligibility requirements apply. Deadline to apply: Applications open: 19 March 2019 9:00 am AEDT Applications close: 4 April 2019 5:00 pm AEDT Funding is awarded to successful applicants in the order received until funding is exhausted. If funding is available at the conclusion of Opportunity 1, a further opportunity may open. Estimated dates for Opportunity 2, if funds are available: applications open: 5 June 2019 9:00 am AEST applications close: 26 June 2019 5:00 pm AEST Contact information: 13 28 46 business.gov.au/contact Overview The Safer Communities Fund Round 4 provides schools and pre- schools, community organisations and local councils with grants of between $50,000 and $1.5 million for security infrastructure and engagement activities to protect children Page | 1
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Grants Available in March (2) Safer Communities Fund Round 4Last updated: 4 March 2019 At a glanceProvides schools and pre-schools, community organisations and local councils with grants of up to $1.5 million for security infrastructure and engagement activities to protect children in the community who are at risk of attack, harassment or violence stemming from racial or religious intolerance.
Who can apply:At a minimum, you must have an Australian Business Number (ABN) and be one of the following entities:
an incorporated not for profit organisation an Australian local government agency or body an Australian State/Territory Government agency or body a registered school or pre-school that is a legal entity (with its own unique ABN) and that
can enter into a grant agreement in its own right a legal entity applying on behalf of a registered school or pre-school.
Other eligibility requirements apply.
Deadline to apply:Applications open: 19 March 2019 9:00 am AEDT Applications close: 4 April 2019 5:00 pm AEDT Funding is awarded to successful applicants in the order received until funding is exhausted. If funding is available at the conclusion of Opportunity 1, a further opportunity may open.Estimated dates for Opportunity 2, if funds are available:
applications open: 5 June 2019 9:00 am AEST applications close: 26 June 2019 5:00 pm AEST
Contact information:13 28 46business.gov.au/contactOverviewThe Safer Communities Fund Round 4 provides schools and pre-schools, community organisations and local councils with grants of between $50,000 and $1.5 million for security infrastructure and engagement activities to protect children in the community who are at risk of attack, harassment or violence stemming from racial or religious intolerance.Project activities can include:
Infrastructure activities such as installing: o fixed or mobile CCTV cameraso security lightingo fencingo bollardso security and alarm systemso public address systemso intercoms and swipe access Employing or hiring security guards, licensed by the relevant state or territory agency, for
schools and preschools.
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Grants Available in March (2) Engagement activities such as: o social cohesion projects that reduce the chance of children being attacked or
harassed due to racial or religious intoleranceo community and youth engagement forums targeted at people at risk of offending to reduce
security risks stemming from racial or religious intoleranceo training for staff at organisations who work with children with the aim of reducing racial or
religious intoleranceo other preventative activities that can demonstrate a reduction in the chance of children
being attacked or harassed due to racial or religious intolerance.Projects must be completed by 31 March 2021.
Eligibility criteriaTo be eligible you must:
have an Australian Business Number (ABN) and be one of the following entities: o an incorporated not for profit organisationo an Australian local government agency or body as defined in appendix A of the grant
opportunity guidelineso an Australian State/Territory Government agency or bodyo a registered school or pre-school that is a legal entity (with its own unique ABN) and that
can enter into a grant agreement in its own righto a legal entity applying on behalf of a registered school or pre-school.
If you are a school, you will need to determine your legal status before applying for a grant. Only schools who are legal entities can apply for a grant themselves. If your school is not a legal entity you will need to have your legal entity such as a state education department, catholic diocese or education authority, apply for a grant on your behalf.If you are a public school, please check your legal status with your education authority.Additional eligibility requirements may apply.
Merit criteriaIf your application is eligible, we will then assess it against the merit criteria. Only eligible applications will proceed to the merit assessment stage. Applications that score at least 50% against each merit criterion will be recommended for funding.Applications will be assessed and recommended in the order they are received, until funding is exhausted.
Merit criterion 1: The extent that your project will protect children who are at risk of attack, harassment or violence stemming from racial or religious intolerance (50 points)
Merit criterion 2: The impact of grant funding on your project (30 points)
Merit criterion 3: Your capacity, capability and resources to deliver the project (20 points)
How to applyYou should read the grant opportunity guidelines and sample grant agreement before you apply. Grant guidelines provide detailed information on the grant opportunity, including
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Grants Available in March (2) granting activity objectives; all eligibility and merit criteria; the assessment processes; reporting and acquittal requirements; and a description of review mechanisms.The application form will be available from 19 March 2019. Applications will be assessed and recommended in the order they are received until 4 April 2019, or until funding is exhausted.You should consider preparing your application information now so you are ready to apply early when the round opens.When the program opens for applications, you must submit your application through the online portal. You will need to set up an account when you first log into the portal. The portal allows you to apply for and manage a grant or service in a secure online environment
How we assess applicationsWe assess applications progressively in the order they are received until the available funding is exhausted.We first review your application against the eligibility criteria. If eligible, we will then assess it against the merit criteria. Only eligible applications will proceed to the merit assessment stage. Applications that score at least 50% against each merit criterion will be recommended for funding.We consider your application on its merits, based on:
how well it meets the merit criteria whether it provides value with relevant money.
The amount of detail and supporting evidence you provide in your application should be relative to the project size, complexity and grant amount requested.The Minister for Home Affairs will make the final decision taking into account the merit assessment and the availability of grant funds.
If your application is successfulIf your application is successful, you will receive a written offer.If you are unsuccessful, we will notify you in writing and give you the chance to discuss the outcome with us.Successful applicants must enter into a grant agreement with the Commonwealth. The grant agreement will specify the reporting requirements, payment schedule and milestones necessary to receive payments.Payments will be made by direct credit into a nominated bank account.Key documents
Grant opportunity guidelines Grant opportunity guidelines - PDF | 442.41 KB Grant opportunity guidelines - DOCX | 488.64 KB
Sample application form Sample application form - PDF | 187.58 KB Sample application form - DOCX | 105.27 KB
Sample grant agreement - simple Sample grant agreement - PDF | 442 KB Sample grant agreement - DOCX | 245.29 KB
Letter template - authority to undertake the project at the nominated site Authority to undertake the project at the nominated site - DOCX | 30.4 KB
https://www.business.gov.au/assistance/safer-communities-fund-round-4
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Nominations open for the 2019 Resilient Australia Awards
Applications are now open for the 2019 Resilient Australia Awards.
Now in their 20th year, the awards celebrate those in the community who show initiative in helping to create a more disaster-resilient Australia.
Minister for Defence Industry, Emergency Management and North Queensland Recovery, Senator the Hon. Linda Reynolds, said this summer has reminded us that natural hazards are a fact of life for Australians.
“Events over recent weeks and months reinforce how vital it is that we share knowledge which builds community resilience to disasters and emergencies around Australia,” Minister Reynolds said.
“The Resilient Australia Awards highlight achievements that may otherwise be unrecognised, with stories that promote disaster resilience through community spirit and leadership.
“Disaster resilience is a shared responsibility and our National Strategy for Disaster Resilience acknowledges that all sectors of society must work closely together with a united focus to manage disaster risk.
“The Australian Government is proud to sponsor these awards in partnership with the Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience and the states and territories.”
Submissions are accepted in each state and territory for business, community, government, schools and photography awards. The awards are open to all Australians, including individuals, not for profit organisations, small and large businesses, local and state government, schools, education institutions, research bodies, and emergency service agencies.
More than 100 applications were received for last year’s awards.
Applications are open until 17 May 2019. For more information and to apply go to www.aidr.org.au/resilient-australia-awards.Posted 8 March, 2019
https://alga.asn.au/nominations-open-for-the-2019-resilient-australia-awards/
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Community Heritage Grants 2019 round open for applications
The 2019 grant round is now open. For details on how to apply, visit the guidelines and application form.
Joy Stewart (b. 1925), Kew Railway Station (1887-1958) (detail), 1988, Kew Historical Society. A pen and pencil embroidery template, part of the Kew Historical Society's collection assessed for national significance under a Community Heritage Grant.
The Community Heritage Grants (CHG) program provides grants of up to $15,000 to community organisations such as libraries, archives, museums, genealogical and historical societies, multicultural and Indigenous groups. The grants are provided to assist with the preservation of locally owned, but nationally significant collections of materials that are 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.
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Grants Available in March (2) Read more about past CHG recipients.
CHG is funded by the Australian Government through the Department of Communications and the Arts; National Library of Australia; the National Archives of Australia; the National Film and Sound Archive and the National Museum of Australia.
Community Heritage Grants supported by
NSW Premier's History AwardsFunding Amount: $0 to $15,000
Round Closes 08-Apr-2019 5pm
Purpose
The NSW Premier’s History Awards were first presented in 1997 to honor distinguished achievement in history by Australian citizens and permanent residents. The awards assist in establishing values and standards in historical research and publication, and encourage everyone to appreciate and learn from the work of our historians.
Applications / Guidelines
https://www.sl.nsw.gov.au/nsw-premiers-history-awards-0
Open now - Community Child Care Fund (CCCF) - Round 2
The Australian Government is inviting applications from eligible child care services in an open competitive process to apply to deliver services under the CCCF from 1 July 2019 to 30 June 2021.
The CCCF is part of the Australian Government’s Child Care Safety Net, which contributes to giving the most vulnerable children a strong start in life while supporting parents into work.
Applications close at 11:00 pm AEDT on 5 April 2019. For further information about eligibility and how to apply, go to the Grant Round Application page. Information about applying for this funding round can also be found on GrantConnect.
https://www.communitygrants.gov.au/grants/community-child-care-fund-cccf-round-
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On-farm Emergency Water Infrastructure Rebate Scheme Rebates for on-farm water infrastructure expenses. Helping primary producers in drought-affected areas.$50 million over 3 years. Starting in 2018-19 financial year.Access rebates State and territory governments will administer and deliver the rebates.We are negotiating delivery arrangements with states and expect some of these to be finalised in early 2019. Farmers in NSW can apply for the rebate from 14 January 2019 via the NSW Rural
Assistance Authority website. Farmers in SA can apply for the rebate from 8 February via the Primary Industries and
Regions SA website. Farmers in the ACT can apply for the rebate from 24 January 2019 via the ACT
Government Environment website.We will advise arrangements for other states once they are announced. Meanwhile you can express your interest in this scheme by contacting your state or territory agriculture department.Who can applyYou must be:
a primary producer (as defined by your state or territory) a property owner, share farmer or lease holder in an area defined as drought affected (by your state or territory) in the grazing industry.
Eligible expensesYour new infrastructure must:
be for grazing livestock that you own (not agisted stock) be for a animal welfare need improve your drought resilience.
Your expenses must relate to:o buying and installing - pipes, water storage devices such as tanks and troughs
associated with stock watering, water pumps and associated electronic systems to manage water delivery
desilting dams drilling new stock water bores and associated power supply such as generators.
Rebates will be 25 per cent of the costs for eligible expenses or up to a maximum amount agreed by the implementing state.Your expenses must occur in the same financial year as your claim. Purchases must be after 30 June 2018.BenefitsImproving on-farm water supply will:
address animal welfare needs
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Grants Available in March (2) help primary producers to be more resilient for future droughts increase productivity for primary producers mitigate degradation of natural watering points.
http://www.agriculture.gov.au/water/national/on-farm-infrastructure-rebate
Tailored Assistance Employment GrantsPurpose
Tailored Assistance Employment Grants are available to provide funding to connect working age Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with real and sustainable jobs, as well as support Indigenous school student’s transition from education to sustainable employment.
Contact Details
Phone: 1800 079 098
Email: [email protected]
Victims Support PackageAmount: $1,500 to $15,000Round Ongoing
Purpose
‘Victims support’ describes the package of counselling services, financial support and recognition payment available to victims of violent crime in New South Wales through the Victims Rights and Support Act 2013 (‘the Act’).
Who can apply for victims support?
The package of counselling, financial support and recognition payment that makes up victims support is available to victims of violent crime in New South Wales.
The types of victims that are eligible for victims support are:
Primary victims
Secondary victims
Family victims
A parent, step-parent or guardian of a child primary victim
A third party (in relation to a primary homicide victim only)
For more information, see the Who can apply for victims support page .
Time limits
The general time limit for financial support and recognition payment eligibility is two years after the act of violence.
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Grants Available in March (2) However there are exceptions and extensions, depending on the time between the occurrence of the act of violence and lodgement of the application; the type of victim; the age of victim at the time of lodgement, or at the time the act of violence occurred; and the type of offence committed against the victim.
For more information, see the Time Limits page.
Factors that may affect eligibility for victims support
Eligibility for victims support is affected by criteria specifically addressed in the legislation.
This includes:
The person has been paid, or is entitled to be paid compensation awarded by a court, in respect of the act of violence.
If that act took the form of, or the injury arose as a consequence of, a motor vehicle accident within the meaning of the Motor Accidents Compensation Act 1999 (NSW).
The act occurred while the person was engaged in behaviour constituting an offence.
The act of violence occurred while the person was imprisoned as a convicted inmate within the meaning of the Crimes (Administration of Sentences) Act 1999 (NSW). Some exceptions apply.
Other circumstances in which approval of victims support to an otherwise eligible applicant can be adversely affected relate to matters under section 44 of the Act.
For more information, see the Factors that may affect eligibility for victims support page .
What documents are needed to receive victims support?
To request victims support, a completed application form must be lodged with Victims Services. Certain documentary evidence is also required for financial support and recognition payment to be approved.
For more information, see What documents are needed to receive victims support page.
How to apply for victims support
To request victims support, a completed application form must be lodged with Victims Services.
You may apply for financial support by completing the online form below. Please remember to save your form before pressing the submit button.
Online application for victims support
For more information, see the How to apply for victims support page.
https://www.victimsservices.justice.nsw.gov.au/Pages/vss/vs_financial_support/vs_financial_support.aspx
Haemophilia Foundation Research Grants
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Grants Available in March (2) Research Fund
Haemophilia Foundation Research FundThe Haemophilia Foundation Research Fund was established in 1994 to support Australian based medical, scientific and social research to benefit the treatment and care of people with haemophilia and related bleeding disorders. The fund has provided for 30 research projects over its 22 year history, representing a total amount of over $630,000.
Projects have focused on –
Quality of life in haemophilia Genetics, gene mutations and genetic testing in haemophilia Towards a cure for haemophilia through gene therapy Recombinant factor VIII concentrates Von Willebrand factor and causes of bleeding Joint damage, and bone density in people with bleeding disorders Immune mechanisms and tolerance induction People infected with HIV through blood products Issues for people with bleeding disorders and hepatitis C: symptom impact,
immune responses, safety of new direct acting antiviral treatments.
Donations for ResearchHaemophilia is rare, and research in this area is expensive. It is difficult for the small clinical and research community involved in the treatment of bleeding disorders in Australia to undertake funded research. The Haemophilia Foundation Research Fund provides this opportunity. However, we need an injection of funds to the Haemophilia Foundation Research Fund to attract more research and to encourage new initiatives that might lead to improvements for people who live with these chronic and potentially disabling disorders
https://www.haemophilia.org.au/research/research-fund
Mazda Foundation GrantsThe first step in applying to the Mazda Foundation is to review our grant guidelines. If you feel that your organization is in sync with the Mazda Foundation's mission, please complete and submit the downloadable grant application form. The application may be submitted email.
Please note, in an effort to streamline the application process, the Foundation only accepts applications from May 1 through July 1 each fiscal year. Grant applications emailed later than July 1st will not be reviewed.
Grant Guidelines - Qualifications / RestrictionsOrganizations seeking funding should carefully review the Foundation's grant making guidelines to determine if their project is in tune with the Foundation's mission before submitting an application. The Mazda Foundation primarily considers grant applications
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Grants Available in March (2) from organizations located in markets where Mazda has offices (Irvine, CA; Bridgewater, NJ; Chicago, IL; Sugarland, TX; and Jacksonville, FL).
The Mazda Foundation awards grants to programs promoting:
Education and literacy Environmental conservation Cross-cultural understanding Social welfare Scientific research
The Foundation does not support:
Individuals Political organizations Religious organizations Fundraising dinners or events Capital building, endowment, or debt reduction drives Organizations without 501(c)(3) designations Requests in foreign countries
Grant Application - We only accept applications from May 1 through July 1.Does your organization meet the Foundation's objectives? If so, please complete the downloadable grant application form.Please email your application to: [email protected]
Deadlines We only accept applications from May 1 through July 1.
May 1 - July 1: Open period for grant applications submissionJuly 1: Deadline for receipt of applications *July: Progress reports and new grant proposals due for current Mazda Foundation programsOctober: Mazda Foundation Steering Committee meetingNovember: Mazda Foundation Board of Trustees vote on new grant partnershipsDecember: Final announcements mailed ** This applies only to new organizations applying for a grant.* Only organizations that have been approved for funding will be notified.
NotificationApplications are reviewed in August.
Organizations that have submitted an application that is of interest to the Foundation will be required to submit a formal proposal. Based on the information received, a meeting between Foundation officers and the organization may be scheduled. Only those
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Grants Available in March (2) organizations contacted for a more indepth discussion should submit the formal proposal outlined below.
The formal proposal should include:
Verification of Internal Revenue Service 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status Mission statement of the organization Purpose and objectives of the proposed program Detailed outline of the project accompanied by an implementation schedule Proposed budget for the project Plans for evaluating program accomplishments Most recent financial statements Names and affiliations of Trustees of Board of Directors List of major contributors
Final DecisionThe Foundation Board of Trustees make their final decisions on grant proposals in November at their annual meeting. Organizations are notified of their status in December.
http://www.mazdafoundation.org/grant-guidelines/
Project Management Achievement Awards (PMAAs)EOI opens 18-Jan-2019, closes 03-Apr-2019Opens 25-Mar-2019 Closes 08-May-2019 4pm AEST
Purpose
The Project Management Achievement Awards (PMAAs) exist to recognise, honour and promote outstanding achievements in program and project leadership.
2019 EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST ARE NOW OPEN
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Grants Available in March (2) Established by AIPM in 2000, the Project Management Achievement Awards (PMAA) exist to recognise, honour and promote outstanding achievements in program and project management.
Completing an Expression of Interest (EOI) will indicate to us what categories you are considering entering and will allow us to keep you informed of updates regarding the 2019 PMAAs as they become available.
There is no financial commitment at the EOI stage and it does not require an AIPM account to be set up, or result in the unlocking of submission documentation. Please complete one EOI form per individual/project award submission.
Please read the PMAA Guide to Entry page for further information including how to enter, key dates and templates.
2019 AWARD CATEGORIES
Leadership and management of projects
Category 1: Construction/EngineeringCategory 2: Defence/AerospaceCategory 3: ICT/TelecommunicationsCategory 4: Organisation/Change ManagementCategory 5: Small Projects (Budget under $20M)Category 6: Regional ProjectsCategory 7: Community Service and/or Community DevelopmentCategory 8: Sustainable ProjectsCategory 9: Professional Services Category 10: Internationally Funded Humanitarian Aid Projects
Individual project management achievement
Category A: Program/Project DirectorCategory B: Project ManagerCategory C: Future Project Leader (18-35 years)Category D: Project Team Member
For further information on the 2019 PMAAs, please contact [email protected]
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My Community Project will enable individuals to put forward ideas for projects in their area, and a public vote will show which projects have the most community support to receive funding. Successful projects will receive funding between $20,000 and $200,000.
People can nominate projects together with the support of a local organisation as the project sponsor. Local councils, community groups and other organisations can sponsor projects – maybe you or someone else in your organisation has a project idea that the organisation is willing to sponsor. Upper Lachlan Shire Council may also be approached by people within your community to support their ideas. Some examples of projects that could be funded include playgrounds, community transport services, public gardens, upgrades to local sporting or community facilities, public art, cultural festivals, programs for youth and health initiatives.
Project applications open on 2 April 2019 for six weeks, closing on 15 May.
The public vote will be open for four weeks from 15 July to 15 August. The projects with the most support in the community vote will be funded.
To raise awareness of My Community Project in your local area and give people the best chance to get involved, we’ve provided website and Facebook tiles, a DL flyer and an A3 poster for you to use. You can download these items here.
The program guidelines and fact sheets together with more information about the program is available at nsw.gov.au/mycommunityproject .
My Community Project is all about local ideas, local projects and local decisions. I encourage you and others in your community to start thinking about project ideas to be ready when applications open on 2 April.
Please note that the current program dates may change, so to keep up-to-date with the latest information head to nsw.gov.au/mycommunityproject or register for email updates about My Community Project and other relevant NSW Government programs.
If you require more information, please call 13 77 88.
Defibrillator Grants available for councils and sports clubsAs part of the Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program, councils in NSW have the opportunity to purchase a St John Ambulance defibrillator package at a reduced cost, with up to 50 percent subsidised by the NSW Office of Sport.
Who is eligible to apply for the Grant?
Councils on behalf of sports clubs
Councils, sport and recreational facilities owners on behalf of sports clubs
As an approved Panel Service Provider, St John Ambulance is here to help. We have a number of packages available.
With over 30,000 people suffering from a Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Australia each year, make sure your sporting facilities are prepared in the event of an emergency. Defibrillators save lives.
Find out more
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Call us on 0439 177 506 or email [email protected] to find out how your community can benefit from the grant.
Choosing the right defibrillator for your club is a big decision. We're here to help you find the best option for you, and help you through the process of your grant.
Native Title Anthropologist Grant Program 2019-22Category Legal ServicesStatus Open
Delivered on behalf of Attorney-General’s Department
State/Territory National
Closing Date & Time 2 May 2019 - 11:00pm AEST
13 March 20192 May 2019 - 11:00pm AEST
The Australian Government is inviting applications via an open competitive process to apply to deliver services under the Indigenous Legal and Native Title Assistance Program, across Australia from 2019-20 to 2021-22.
The key focus of this funding is to increase native title anthropology capacity by assisting mid to senior anthropologists to become ‘exemplary’ anthropologists. This facilitates native title parties having access to qualified and experienced anthropologists, to support the resolution of native title claims and the effective management of native title.
More information
More information about the grant program, as well as requirements for invited applicants, can be found in the Grant Opportunity Guidelines.
Other grant opportunity documents are only accessible by invited applicants on the GrantConnect website.
Subscribe to receive updates
Organisations and individuals interested in Community Grants Hub grant rounds are encouraged to subscribe to receive alerts when new information is made available.
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Get in touch
Grants Available in March (2) Other future grant opportunities are published on GrantConnect, the Australian Government grants information system.
Contacting the Community Grants Hub
If you would like assistance please call the Community Grants Hub Hotline on 1800 020 283 and/or [email protected]
More information about the Community Grants Hub can be found at the Community Grants Hub website.
Please quote 2018-2492 – Native Title Anthropologist 2019-22 when you phone or email the Community Grants Hub.
Grant Opportunity Documents
Grant Opportunity Guidelines
PDF [498.2 kB]
DOCX [201.1 kB]
Questions and Answers
PDF [314.7 kB]
DOCX [767.8 kB]
Referee Template
PDF [192.1 kB]
DOCX [715.3 kB]
Budget Template
XLSX [11.9 kB]
Commonwealth Simple Grant Agreement Terms and Conditions
PDF [852.9 kB]
DOCX [594 kB]
Supplementary Terms - Attorney-General’s Department
PDF [209.8 kB]
DOCX [22.7 kB]
https://www.communitygrants.gov.au/grants/native-title-anthropologist-grant-program-2019-22
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Grants Available in March (2) Veteran and Community Grants
What are Veteran and Community Grants?
Veteran and Community Grants are for activities and services which improve the health and wellbeing of members of the veteran community.
For example, the grant can provide seed funding for projects which promote a healthy lifestyle or help veterans to remain living independently in their own homes. They can also fund programs to reduce social isolation, support carers and improve access to community services.
All the details about:
what can be funded through Veteran and Community Grants who is eligible to apply what you need to include in your application
is in the Veteran and Community Grants Opportunity Guidelines (the guidelines).
Read the guidelines carefully before you start your application. You can find these guidelines and additional information about how to apply, on the Community Grants Hub.
Who can apply for a Veteran and Community Grant?
Ex-service organisations, veterans' groups, community organisations and private companies are all eligible to apply for Veteran and Community Grants.
For full details see the above-mentioned and linked guidelines.
How do I apply for a Veteran and Community Grant?
From 20 February 2018 you will be able to apply for a Veteran and Community Grant online through the Australian Government's Community Grants Hub.
What if I need help to apply online?
Assistance can be provided through the Community Grants Hub. Please email [email protected] or phone 1800 020 283 for assistance.
If you think you will need any help, please ask for help early. This will ensure any issues can be worked through in time for your application to be considered for funding.
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Grants Available in March (2) When do applications close?
Applications are accepted continuously throughout the year up to 28 February 2019.
Applications are assessed and funded in four batches, as laid out in the following table:
Batch Applications included in batch
1 All applications submitted by 31 May 2018
2 All applications submitted by 31 August 2018
3 All applications submitted by 30 November 2018
4 All applications submitted by 2:00 PM AEDT on 28 February 2019
The dates for the first-three batches indicate when your application will be assessed. They are not deadlines that you need to meet. However, the last date and time listed — 2:00 PM AEDT on 28 February 2019 — is the final closing date and time for these grants.
Approved grants lists
For information on grants awarded and approved grants see Approved grants.
Energy Efficiency Grants: Expressions of Interest now open
Federal Member for Hume Angus Taylor has encouraged small businesses and community groups across Hume to register their interest in applying for energy efficiency grants.
The Energy Efficient Communities Program will provide $50 million in more than 2,500 grants to eligible businesses and community organisations.
The grants are to help them either install new equipment or improve their energy management.
Eligible small businesses will be able to claim grants of up to $20,000, high-energy using businesses up to $25,000.
A $5 million Solar Communities Program will provide grants of up to $12,500 for eligible community organisations for small-scale solar and battery projects.
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Grants Available in March (2) Grants could be used to fund new solar PV, solar hot water and battery systems. Solar systems can generate electricity during the day and the battery systems can store electricity to run lights, refrigeration and air conditioning systems into the evening.
“I’m often speaking to local business owners and community groups who are struggling with high power prices,” Mr Taylor said.
“This program is a practical way to help reduce your power bills without reducing your productivity.”
Mount Annan restaurant owner Martin Nazarri says he will be looking to apply for assistance.
“We’re a hardworking family, and it seems like we are the ones who are suffering and it’s the same for our customers,” Mr Nazarri said.
“Every week I hear young families coming in and they say ‘Martin, can you believe the electricity prices?”
Expressions of interest in the Energy Efficient Communities Program are now open.
If you’re interested in applying, please complete the expression of interest form and return it to the Camden or Goulburn offices of Angus Taylor or scan and email it to [email protected]
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