Grants Available in November 2019

Regional Agricultural Show Development Grants Program Close Date & Time:13-Dec-2019 11:00 pm (ACT Local Time) Description:The Australian Government is inviting applications via a targeted competitive process to apply for funding under the Regional Agricultural Show Development Grants Program (the program). Funding will be available to eligible regional show societies for the maintenance and upgrade of existing infrastructure and the building, purchase, rent or construction of new infrastructure related to the running of an agricultural show on regional showgrounds.The objectives of the program are to help:a) keep agricultural shows runningb) bring communities togetherc) bridge the divide between country and city.Outcomes from the program are expected to include:a) improved amenity of showground infrastructure to improve the experience of showground users and visitors. The amenities can include but are not limited to, for example, new and/or improved exhibiting and seating facilities, upgrading existing buildings to meet contemporary accessibility standards, building new or upgrading existing roads and buildings. b) improved flexibility of use of showground infrastructure to increase the opportunity for it to be used for other events that bring the community together through the year. c) use of modern construction methods and materials that reduce on-going maintenance and repair of infrastructure.d) reduced operational costs for events conducted at and using showground facilities.e) greater variety of attractions to improve shows’ ability to attract visitors.Eligibility:There are three key eligibility criteria that applicants must satisfy.1. You must be one of the following entity types:

Indigenous Corporation Company Cooperative Incorporated Association Statutory Entity Partnership Unincorporated Association.

If you are applying as a Trustee on behalf of a Trust, the Trustee must have an eligible entity type as listed above.2. You must be a regional agricultural show society who is:

a member of Agricultural Shows Australia (ASA) a member of a state and territory regional agricultural show society that is a member

of ASA a regional agricultural show society intending to become a member of ASA or a state

and territory regional agricultural show society that is a member of ASA.3. You must be able to meet the following conditions:

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Grants Available in November 2019a) The regional agricultural show society must conduct a regular agricultural show at a showground located in a defined regional area (note: special consideration may be given if a regular agricultural show was not held in 2017, 2018 or 2019 owing to exceptional circumstances, but it is intended a show will be held in 2020 and/or subsequent years).b) The regional agricultural show society can provide evidence that the entity with responsibility for the relevant showground and related showground infrastructure affected by the proposed project supports the application. The responsible entity may be, for example, a trust or other constituted body responsible for the management of Crown land, a local council, or a user or tenant of the showground.ASA member state peak bodies representing regional agricultural shows are eligible to apply for state-wide grants for infrastructure or related projects. Applications must provide evidence that the grant funding and co-contributions will be used to benefit regional agricultural shows and show societies.In addition, you must also have an ABN, be registered for GST and have a bank account with an Australian financial institution. Instructions for Application Submission: To apply go to the application form here. Other Instructions:Applicants applying for this grant must deliver their projects in eligible regional areas. Eligible areas are defined by postcodes in all of Australia, excluding the Urban Centre and Locality (UCL) capital cities of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Canberra and Darwin, as defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ (ABS) Australian Statistical Geography Standard. You can find a document listing the postcodes excluded from the program on the Community Grants Hub and GrantConnect websites. If the location of the showground is in one of these postcodes, your grant application will be ineligible. The ABS has a mapping tool that may also help you determine if your postcode lies within an eligible regional area. Applicants applying for a grant under the state-wide stream are not required to be located in a regional area, but must demonstrate the funding they are applying for will be used to benefit regional agricultural shows.Addenda Available:View Addenda

http://www.agriculture.gov.au/ag-farm-food/infrastructure/ag-shows

https://www.grants.gov.au/?event=public.GO.show&GOUUID=96E8DBA1-CE73-B9D5-BB6D8B9DA129E05C

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Grants Available in November 2019Community Swimming Grants (incredibly short deadline)Funding ProvidersSwimming AustraliaEligible to

Local Governments State/Territory Governments Universities Not-for-Profits Unincorporated Groups Schools

FundingAmount: $5,000 to $10,000Total pool: undisclosedRound

Opened 30-Sep-2019 Closes 08-Nov-2019PurposeThe Community Swimming Grants Program provides support to help providers of swimming and aquatics activities get Australians moving and to support the aspiration to make Australia the world’s most active and healthy nation.OverviewThe Community Swimming Grants Program is intended to address inactivity levels and participation in swimming and aquatics by people with disability (PWD) and people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds as these people generally face increased barriers when it comes to accessing swimming opportunities. This includes all ages, genders and locations.The objectives of the Program are:

getting inactive people swimming in their local community; building awareness and understanding of the importance of physical activity across

all stages of life; improving the system of sport and physical activity by targeting populations at risk of

inactivity, across all life stages, specifically people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities; and

delivering ongoing impact through the development of sector capability.Eligible organisations may apply for grants between $5000 and $10 000 +GST.The Community Swimming Grants Program will focus on two primary areas including delivery of swimming or aquatics activities and programs, and workforce development.ExampleExamples include:

inclusion awareness training cultural awareness training learn-to-swim certifications and accreditations swimming coach accreditations swimming officiating accreditations aquatics industry certifications in addition, where participation in workforce development activities occurs during

normal work hours and/or requires staff positions to be covered, the cost of staff hours may be included in the application (for employed paid staff only).

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Grants Available in November 2019LimitationsWho can apply for funding?Organisations with the capability to provide or facilitate the provision of swimming and aquatics activities (including but not limited to learn to swim, water safety, aquatics fitness or play and competitive swimming programs and activities).Eligible organisations may include:

Learn to swim providers Aqua fitness providers Aquatics facilities Swim Clubs Other aquatics sport clubs (e.g. Water Polo Clubs.) Community organisations Charity organisations Councils Schools Universities State or Territory Sport Organisations

What won’t be funded?The following will not be funded:

‘Standard’ swimming or pool equipment (e.g. unmodified training gear, lane ropes etc.)

Standard attire (e.g. unmodified swimsuits and high-performance race suits) Capital works (e.g. renovations, major installations etc.).

Applications / GuidelinesApplication methods: OnlineWebsite: https://www.fundingcentre.com.au/grant/G09353/infoGuidelines: https://www.fundingcentre.com.au/grant/G09353/guidelinesApplication: https://www.fundingcentre.com.au/grant/G09353/applyContact Details

Website: https://www.swimming.org.au/about-us-3/contact-usApplyWith thanks to The Funding Centre.

Australia Post Community Grants ProgramWe’re excited to announce the recipients of the 2019 Australia Post Community GrantsWe awarded grants up to $10,000 to 75 community organisations across Australia, supporting projects that bring people together around what matters most in their communities. More than half of the successful grants support projects in rural and remote communities.

The program funded projects that help: People connect with each other through group activities Reduce barriers to participation in community life Develop skills and leadership capability to strengthen community networks

Successful projects were selected on their ability to help people connect with each other, reduce barriers to participating in community life and develop a community’s skills and

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Grants Available in November 2019leadership capability.

Here is just one example of how the grants are making a difference.

Anna Zubac from The Migrant Centre in Labrador, Queensland said: “The TMC Men’s Club will be a safe and inclusive space for men who come from migrant and refugee backgrounds to build mental health resilience and learn about health and wellness strategies. This will be a space for men to engage in new hobbies, find out about adult learning, and make friends in the neighbourhood and across the community. It will be an opportunity for men to share their cultural diversity with others in the community.”

https://auspost.com.au/about-us/corporate-responsibility/our-community/local-support/community-grants-program/2019-community-grants?cid=edm:2483017:con:CONS_GC_COM_PRO_20191104_Community_Grants_Announcement:LK20191101010&ecid=LK20191101010

Family and Communities funding - Greater Charitable Foundation

The Foundation's two key priority areas for funding are Families and Communities, and projects which may focus on -

Health and Wellbeing InitiativesFor example:

a) Practical Interventions aimed at supporting children living with a serious illness or injury to continue their education and learning (i.e., current partner Ronald McDonald House Charities Learning Program);

b) Research-informed services designed to maximise a baby’s developmental outcomes (i.e., current partner Cerebral Palsy Alliance’s Early Response Therapy program)

Education, Employment and Training InitiativesFor example:

a) Programs aimed at increasing educators’ knowledge, expertise and understanding (i.e., current partner KidsXpress Newcastle/Hunter Trauma-Informed Training and Education program)

b) Activities designed to enhance skills and optimise language and learning outcomes (i.e., current partner Australian Literacy & Numeracy Foundation program)

https://www.greater.com.au/charitable-foundation/funding

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Grants Available in November 2019Safer Communities Fund - Department of Home Affairs

Provides schools and pre-schools, places of religious worship, community organisations and local councils with grants of up to $1 million for crime prevention initiatives aimed at reducing crime, violence, anti-social behaviour and/or other security risks driven by racial and/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 as defined in appendix A of the grant

opportunity guidelines an Australian State/Territory Government education 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 may apply.Deadline to apply:Applications open: 29 October 2019 9:00 am AEDTApplications close: 10 December 2019 5:00 pm AEDTContact information:13 28 46business.gov.au/contactApplyOverviewThe Safer Communities Fund Round 5 Infrastructure grants provide schools and pre-schools, places of religious worship, community organisations and local councils with grants of up to $1 million for crime prevention initiatives aimed at reducing crime, violence, anti-social behaviour and/or other security risks driven by racial and/or religious intolerance.Project activities can include:

Infrastructure activities, such as installing:o fixed or mobile CCTV cameraso security lightingo fencing and gateso bollardso external blast walls and windowso 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 or preschools.

The minimum grant amount is $10,000.The maximum grant amount per location or school campus is $500,000.The maximum grant amount per organisation is $1 million.The grant will be up to 100% of eligible project costs.The maximum grant period is 36 months.

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Grants Available in November 2019Projects must be completed by 30 June 2023.The Safer Communities Fund Round 5 includes grant opportunities for two other streams:

Northern Territory Infrastructure grants Early Intervention grants and further information on this stream will be available on

business.gov.au by early 2020.Eligibility criteriaTo be eligible 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 as defined in appendix A of the grant

opportunity guidelines an Australian State/Territory Government education 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.

You are not eligible to apply if you are: an individual a partnership an unincorporated association any organisation not included in section 4.1 of the grant opportunity guidelines a trust (however, an incorporated trustee may apply on behalf of a trust provided it

meets the eligibility criteria in section 4.1 of the grant opportunity guidelines) an organisation such as a school or religious organisation that is not a legal entity

and unable to enter into a funding agreement with the Commonwealth a school, preschool, community organisation or religious organisation previously

defunded by State or Territory or Australian Government agencies for performance and/or integrity reasons

a school or preschool that has gone into administration or receivership.Assessment criteriaTo be competitive your application must score at least 50% against each assessment criterion.

Assessment criterion 1: The extent that your project will protect schools and pre-schools, places of religious worship, community organisations and local councils that may be facing security risks associated with racial and/or religious intolerance (50 points)

Assessment criterion 2: The impact of grant funding on your project (30 points) Assessment 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 opportunity guidelines provide detailed information on the grant opportunity, including grant activity objectives; all eligibility and assessment criteria; the assessment processes; reporting and acquittal requirements; and a description of review mechanisms.To apply, 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.

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Grants Available in November 2019For assistance with the application form contact us.ApplyHow we assess applicationsWe assess your application against the eligibility criteria and then against the assessment criteria. Only eligible applications will proceed to the assessment stage.The amount of detail and supporting evidence you provide in your application should be relative to the project size, complexity and grant amount requested. You should provide evidence to support your answers. The sample application form displays character limits.A Minister in the Home Affairs portfolio will make the final decision.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 | 697.7 KB Grant opportunity guidelines - DOCX | 485 KB

Legal entities factsheet Legal entities factsheet - PDF | 341.52 KB Legal entities factsheet - DOCX | 127.64 KB

Factsheet: How to apply How to apply factsheet - PDF | 233.21 KB How to apply factsheet - DOCX | 152.38 KB

Sample grant agreement – simple undefined - PDF | 371.45 KB Sample grant agreement – simple - DOCX | 143.47 KB

Exchange of letters grant agreement undefined - PDF | 148.26 KB Exchange of letters grant agreement - DOCX | 101.41 KB

Letter template – authority to undertake the project at the nominated site undefined - PDF | 8.24 KB Letter template – authority to undertake the project at the nominated site - DOCX | 30.41 KB

https://www.business.gov.au/assistance/safer-communities-fund-round-5-infrastructure-grants

Women's Leadership Development Scholarships - Women & Leadership Australia

A pool of scholarships are currently available for women to participate in a range of leadership development courses. This residual funding has to be allocated by the end of 2019 and prompt registration is advised. Expressions of Interest close 6th of December.https://www.wla.edu.au/funding.html

National Landcare Program - Smart Farms Small Grants - Department of AgricultureAustralian Government investment in LandcareThe Australian Government recognises and supports the important role that community and industry organisations play as part of the Landcare movement in protecting and improving

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Grants Available in November 2019the condition of soils, water, vegetation and biodiversity on-farm as well as reducing off farm impacts on natural resources. The good condition of these natural resources underpins the productivity and profitability of the agriculture, fisheries and forestry industries and delivers wider community benefits. This second phase of the National Landcare Program, announced in May 2017, will provide financial support for Landcare activities until June 2023. The National Landcare Program is jointly delivered by the Departments of Agriculture, and Environment and Energy. Here we detail information on the agriculture related programs.Information about the environment only and joint agriculture and environment elements, (including Regional Land Partnerships) of the National Landcare Program, are on the nrm website.The agriculture only components of the National Landcare Program are detailed below.Smart FarmsThe Government has allocated $134 million under Smart Farms to support the development and uptake of best practice, tools and technologies that help farmers, fishers, foresters and regional communities improve the protection, resilience and productive capacity of our soils, water and vegetation, in turn supporting successful primary industries and regional communities.The program will focus on protecting and improving the condition of soil, vegetation and biodiversity and support agricultural systems to adapt to change.Smart Farms runs over six years from 2017-18. It is made up of the following three elements:Smart Farming PartnershipsSmart Farming Partnerships (up to $60 million) offers grants ranging between $250,000 and $4 million (GST exclusive). These larger innovative projects are delivered in effective partnerships between experienced and skilled organisations and individuals to achieve project outcomes. Smart Farming Partnerships will:

develop, trial and implement new and innovative tools that support sustainable agriculture practice changes that in turn will deliver more productive and profitable agriculture, fishing, aquaculture and farm forestry industries

protect Australia’s biodiversity protect and improve the condition of natural resources (in particular soils and

vegetation), and assist Australia to meet its obligations under relevant international treaties.

Round 2Applications for the second and final round of Smart Farming Partnerships closed on 17 May 2019. Further details on round 2 can be found in the guidelines which are accessible through the Community Grants website.

http://www.agriculture.gov.au/ag-farm-food/natural-resources/landcare/national-landcare-program/australian-government-investment-in-landcare

IMB Community Foundation Grants - IMB Community Foundation

We are very proud to announce that applications for the 2020 round of IMB Bank Community Foundation grants are now open.

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Grants Available in November 2019The IMB Bank Community Foundation would love to hear from you If you are part of a community group or not-for-profit that is:

Improving the lives of others Helping those in danger Making our communities more sustainable, more prosperous – better places to live Giving independence to the vulnerable Keeping our kids safe Teaching us how to be better to one other, and Building a brighter future

Apply todayApplications close February 28, 2020https://www.imb.com.au/community-foundations-imb-community-foundation.html

Australian Laureate Fellowships - Australian Research CouncilThe Australian Laureate Fellowships scheme reflects the Australian Government’s commitment to excellence in research by supporting world-class researchers to conduct research in Australia.Open to applications from the highest-quality researchers of international repute, the Australian Laureate Fellowships scheme encourages applications involving Australian or international researchers by providing eligible Australian Laureate Fellows with project funding in addition to a salary supplement and salary-related (on-cost) support.The objectives of the Australian Laureate Fellowships scheme are to:

support ground-breaking, internationally-competitive basic and applied research forge strong links among researchers, the international research community and/or

industry and other research end-users enhance the scale and focus of research in Australian Government priority areas attract and retain outstanding researchers and research leaders of international

reputation provide an excellent research training environment and exemplary mentorship to

nurture early-career researchers.Up to 17 five-year Australian Laureate Fellowships may be awarded each year, providing a salary supplement, in addition to a Level E professorial salary provided by the Administering Organisation; funding for up to two Postdoctoral Research Associates (five years) and two Postgraduate Researchers (four years); and up to $300,000 per annum project funding.The Grant Guidelines for Australian Laureate Fellowships 2020 are now available on GrantConnect .While the Grant Guidelines are available to view, you will need to sign in or create a User Registration account in GrantConnect to access all relevant documentation for Grant Opportunities.For further information on GrantConnect, please refer to the ARC GrantConnect information page or the GrantConnect website.

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Grants Available in November 2019AF Pillow Applied Mathematics Top-up Scholarship - Equity TrusteesThe AF Pillow Applied Mathematics Trust offers an annual `top-up' scholarship to a student holding either an Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) or equivalent award for full-time research in Applied Mathematics leading to the award of a PhD. The aim of the AF Pillow Applied Mathematics Top-up Scholarship is to increase the quantity and quality of postgraduate students in the field of applied mathematics in Australia.

Value: Up to $10,000 annually, for up to three years.Round Open 31 October 2019 and Closes 29 November 2019

APPLY NOW

For more information read the guidelines

Fact Sheet: “What is Applied Mathematics”, by AF Pillow

https://www.eqt.com.au/philanthropy/scholarships/folder-tertiary-scholarships/af-pillow-applied-mathematics-trust

Celebrating Diversity Grants - Multicultural NSW

The Multicultural NSW Celebrating Diversity Grants Program aims to foster community harmony and celebrate cultural diversity as a precious part of our identity and way of life.There are two categories of grants under the Celebrating Diversity Grants Program:1. Celebrating Diversity: EventsEach year the NSW calendar is filled with events that celebrate our cultural diversity. Festivals and events bring communities together, showcase the benefits of cultural diversity and promote social cohesion and community harmony.Grants of up to $10,000 are available for Celebrating Diversity: Events.The total pool amount available in the Multicultural NSW Celebrating Diversity: Events Grants Program is $800,000, awarded over two funding rounds per financial year.2. Celebrating Diversity: ProjectsCommunity harmony happens when communities from diverse cultural, linguistic and religious backgrounds work together on projects that make a difference.Grants of up to $40,000 are available for 12-month projects than can make a lasting positive impact on social cohesion at the grassroots level.The total pool amount available in the Multicultural NSW Celebrating Diversity: Projects Grants Program is $600,000, awarded in one funding round per financial year.Celebrating Diversity Project Grants support collaborative relationships with Government and partnerships between community, non-government, educational organisations and the private sector.Round one:Celebrating Diversity Grants – Events (funding for events from 1 January 2020 to 30 June

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Grants Available in November 20192020)Open for Applications from 12 August – 20 September 2019Round two:Celebrating Diversity Grants – Projects (funding for projects running from 1 March 2020 – 28 February 2021)Open for Applications from 28 October – 6 December 2019Round three:Celebrating Diversity Grants – Events (funding for events from 1 July 2020 to 31 December 2020)Open for Applications from 3 February – 13 March 2020Find out more

https://mgnsw.org.au/sector/funding/other-grants/community-projects/celebrating-diversity-grants/

Arts Projects Program - Organisations - Australia CouncilKey datesThe Australia Council offers three grant rounds each year for this category.In 2020, the grant rounds will close on:

Tuesday 4 February for projects starting after 1 May 2020 (11:59pm AEDT). Tuesday 2 June for projects starting after 1 September 2020 (11:59pm AEST). Tuesday 6 October for projects starting after 1 January 2021 (11.59pm AEDT).

Technical and administrative support will not be available after 5pm on the closing date.Applicants will be notified of the outcome of their application approximately 12 weeks after the closing date.APPLY NOW

About the programOur Arts Projects program funds a range of activities that deliver benefits to the arts sector and wider public, including national and international audiences. Organisations that undertake arts programs, projects or that provide services to artists are welcome to apply. Grants are available from $10,000 to $100,000. Supported activities must last no longer than 2 years from the proposed start date.Please read through the following grant guidelines. If you need help with your application, contact a Grants Officer now.

Who can applyOnly organisations may apply to this category. Organisations that provide a service to the arts are welcome to apply. International organisations can apply for projects that benefit practicing Australian artists or their work.Applications for funding to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander panel must come from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations.

Who can’t applyYou can’t apply for a grant if:

you received a grant, or administered a grant, from the Australia Council in the past and that grant has not been satisfactorily acquitted

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Grants Available in November 2019 you owe money to the Australia Council you have already made three applications to categories listed under

Australia Council Grant Programs this calendar year (funding proposals submitted to categories under Other Grants and Opportunities are not counted as one of your three applications)

you are a Major Performing Arts organisationFour Year Funding for Organisations applicants and recipients

If you are an organisation applying for Four Year Funding in 2019, please be aware that this application will count as one of your applications to the Australia Council grants program for the 2019 calendar year.

If you are an organisation currently receiving Four Year Funding, please be aware that you can make only one application to the Australia Council grants program per calendar year.

We fund a range of activities, for example: the creation of new work arts practice based research creative development professional skills development experimentation collaborations touring festivals productions exhibitions performances publishing recording services to develop the arts sector promotion and marketing market development activity.

What can’t be applied forYou can’t apply for the following activity:

projects or activities that do not involve or benefit practicing artists or arts workers projects or activities that do not have a clearly defined arts component projects that have already taken place.

Application formApply for Arts Projects for Organisations online. A print friendly RTF file can be accessed here. APPLY NOW

Independent Arts & Cultural Organisation funding - Create NSWFunding and supportCreate NSW’s Arts and Cultural Funding Program 2019/20 provides funding opportunities for arts and cultural organisations, professional artists and arts/cultural workers across a wide range of artforms and disciplines.

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Grants Available in November 2019

Funding GuidelinesFunding guidelines are available for Project funding, Creative Koori Project funding, Annual Organisation funding and Multi-Year funding for Independent Arts & Cultural Organisations.Funding guidelines to provide new opportunities of support for Local Councils will be made available under Local Government Authorities (LGA) Arts & Cultural Programs. This will allow Local Councils to apply for clearly defined Arts and Cultural funding outcomes over a period of up to 3 years.Download the Independent Arts and Cultural Organisation Multi-Year funding guidelines here. Expressions of Interest open.Download the Project funding guidelines here. Round 1 closed.Download the Creative Koori Projects funding guidelines here. Round 1 closed.Download the Annual Organisation funding guidelines here. Round 1 closed.Information on fellowships, artist quick response grants and the LGA Arts & Cultural Multi-Year program will also be made available shortly. Keep an eye on our e-newsletter and socials channels for updates.Key datesMulti-Year funding dates – Independent Arts & Cultural OrganisationsStage 1: Expressions of Interest (EOI)

EOI application open: Thursday 24 October 2019. EOI application close: Monday 25 November 2019, 5pm AEST.

Stage 2: Application for successful EOI applicants Applications open: Thursday 23 January 2020. Applications close: Thursday 5 March 2020, 5pm AEST.

Multi-Year funding dates – LGA Arts & Cultural Programs Applications open: Monday 25 November 2019. Applications close: early March 2020.

Project, Creative Koori Projects and Annual Organisation funding dates Round one: opened 5 August 2019 and closed 2 September 2019. Round two: opens 3 February 2020 and closes 2 March 2020.

Please see individual guidelines (above) for funding decision dates.What support is available to me?We have a range of resources to assist you with your funding application.Contact a staff member if you need any advice between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday:Telephone: (02) 8289 6520Email: arts.funding@create.nsw.gov.auAssessment panel processAll applications will now be assessed by an artform-specific Advisory Board rather than a cross-sector panel of peers. Ten Artform Advisory Boards will be made up of artform leaders and representatives from the broader sector to improve transparency and ensure greater confidence in decision-making processes.All applicants to the Arts and Cultural Funding Program can elect which Advisory Board should assess their application – including Aboriginal applicants who can decide whether their application is assessed by an Artform Board or the Aboriginal Arts and Culture Board.Visit the Artform Advisory Boards page to find out more.https://www.create.nsw.gov.au/category/funding-and-support/

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Grants Available in November 2019

Financial Capability Open Grants Ecstra Foundation funds organisations to help Australian's build their financial capability. These grants from $5,000 - $100,000 prioritise proposals targeting women, youth, the elderly, Indigenous Australians, people with disabilities and those in financial hardship.

Funding Principles and Grant GuidelinesFunding PrinciplesEcstra’s purpose is “to equip Australians with the support and access to resources they need to make confident money decisions now, and for their financial future.” The following Funding Principles apply to Ecstra’s grants program.Ecstra will:Community engagement Support projects, programs and organisations that engage communities in Financial Capability. Work with diverse organisations across multiple sectors. Consult with and include communities and investors to promote confident and informed participation in the financial system. Promote social and economic inclusion and advancement Support projects, programs and organisations which actively promote social and economic participation, inclusion and advancement for communities. Support a range of local, state, and nationally targeted projects which actively promote Financial Capability and confident and informed participation in the financial system. Equality and equity Support projects, programs and organisations which provide or improve equitable access and overcome barriers for participation in Financial Capability initiatives. Evidence based Require projects to demonstrate an evidence based approach. Support new and evolving approaches which build community knowledge, understanding and increase the evidence base of Financial Capability in Australia and Internationally. “What Works” build Promote and encourage a shared knowledge hub of “What Works” through funded projects and foster collaboration and encourage shared learnings. Qualifications and commitment Ensure projects can demonstrate effective project management and a positive commitment to outcomes evaluation. Sustainability, scalability and replication Consider the sustainability of projects post grant period. Priority will be given to projects that can demonstrate scalability or replicability to amplify the impact of the grant. Long term change Take a system change approach to addressing persistent social, economic and behavioural issues affecting Financial Capability, acknowledging that long term change requires a collaborative approach and there is not a single solution. Grant horizons Balance grant making between projects addressing immediate gaps and opportunity in Financial Capability and supporting organisations engaged in long term, systems change level approaches to addressing Financial Capability.

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Grants Available in November 2019Partnerships and collaboration Give priority to projects that demonstrate openness to form partnerships (whether formal or informal), and to work collaboratively with others to maximise impact. Cross sector projects are encouraged, bringing the community, government and corporate partners together to address Financial Capability. Right to decline Retain the right to decline proposals at our discretion and provide feedback where appropriate.https://www.ecstra.org.au/funding-principles-and-grant-guidelines

Budget Direct Sponsorships Budget Direct provide sponsorships of $1,000 - $5,000 to grassroots organisations making meaningful improvements to the lives of their communities. Applications close Saturday, 30 November.

Our goalsAt Budget Direct, we’re passionate about helping create positive and caring communities. We get that sometimes a big idea needs a little help.We'll consider your sponsorship request whether you’re a leader in your field or a grassroots organisation. As long as you want to make meaningful improvements to the lives of Australians, you have our attention. Requesting sponsorship from Budget Direct is the first step of this exciting journey.Calendar for applications

Sponsorship period Start date End date

Sponsorship period 1 1 June 2019 31 August 2019

Sponsorship period 2 1 September 2019 30 November 2019

Sponsorship period 3 1 December 2019 29 February 2020

Sponsorship period 4 1 March 2020 31 May 2020

Applications will be reviewed in the first month of the following quarter. Budget Direct asks that you please keep this in mind if your application for sponsorship is time sensitive.What type of organisations will Budget Direct sponsor?Budget Direct is open to supporting organisations that:

Provide a service or other benefit for the community, on either a local or state basis; Provide awareness and education; Promote health, education, and wellbeing in their communities, sporting clubs

included; Help to build friendly, supportive communities across Australia; Provide assistance and care for Australians in need; Provide road safety and emergency support services;

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Grants Available in November 2019 Encourage healthy lifestyles; and Are a registered organisation or association.

Organisations out of scopeBefore applying for sponsorship, please read the following.We will not consider applications if any of these criteria apply:

Requests to sponsor individuals/individual sporting teams (sporting clubs are accepted);

Organisations or activities that go against our brand values and business needs; Religious groups, political parties or lobby groups; and Organisations linked to contentious issues.

Our review processOur team will assess your proposal to see if it aligns with our focus on community support and aspirations.We will be in touch to let you know if your request has been successful!Unfortunately, due to a high volume of sponsorship requests, only successful proposals will be notified.If your sponsorship request is time-sensitive, we ask that you submit your request as far in advance as possible.Sponsorships will be assessed and granted quarterly in amounts of $1,000 - $5,000.Apply now!To apply, download your application form below. Once complete, please scan and email to: sponsorships@budgetdirect.com.auDownload Application Form

Future Makers program - OptusSocial enterprises and not-for-profit organisations using technology to address social challenges are invited to apply to take part in a six-month accelerator program funded by Optus. Applications must focus on one of three social areas, in line with the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: 1. Good health and wellbeing 2. Quality education 3. Decent work and economic growth Applications open Monday, 4 November and close 13 December.

2020 Future Makers programCalling all social enterprises, not-for-profits and other for-purpose organisations using technology to improve outcomes for disadvantaged and vulnerable people!Do you embrace innovative technology and see beyond today’s challenges and provide solutions? Do you have a tech solution that can help change the future for disadvantaged and vulnerable people?We want to help you grow and scale your solution. Be part of our 2020 Future Makers program.Applications are now open.Apply nowWhat is Future Makers?

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Grants Available in November 2019Future Makers is a capacity building and accelerator program that empowers social start-ups who leverage technology to address social challenges for disadvantaged and vulnerable people. Shortlisted applicants will take part in a six-month program that includes eight days of in-person workshops. Participants will be coached by Optus top talent and business leaders and have the opportunity to network with each other and connect with other social innovation leaders.Who can apply?Future Makers is inclusive and open to start-ups, social entrepreneurs and not-for-profit organisations who have a solution that meets the criteria below.We’re looking for solutions that are already underway. If you’ve built a minimum viable product, completed basic user acceptance testing aimed at beneficiaries and have refined tangible milestones, you’re good to go and should apply. If you have a scalable plan or have launched your product to market – even better.Join other energetic innovators as you grow your for-purpose business. Throughout the program you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your tech expertise, expand your network and pitch for funding to grow and scale your solution.Why have we created this program?At Optus we believe that social innovation and technology can help solve the most challenging and systemic societal challenges of our time. Social innovation coupled with new technologies help us unearth and increase the pace of developing new solutions that address complex social issues, both locally and globally. Through technology, solutions have the potential to scale faster and more efficiently. It also enables us to rethink traditional models of learning. For example, virtual reality allows us to effectively change behaviour and develop empathy by seeing the point of view of others.Technology also has the power to make healthcare more accessible and affordable to those in remote communities. ‘Telemedicine’ services offer remote medical consultations, allowing patients to speak to healthcare professionals through electronic means. We’re also seeing how technology can help enhance the precise detection and diagnoses of diseases, which will minimise the time and costs of treating chronic conditions.Our focus areasThrough Future Makers, we’ve chosen to focus on three social areas, as part of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that we believe are increasingly important in our society today.

Good health and well-beingChronic diseases and conditions are on the rise worldwide. According to the World Health Organisation, chronic disease prevalence is expected to rise by 57% by the year 2020. We’re also seeing a large increase in mental health disorders, across Australia. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ National Health Survey: First Results, 2017–18, one in five Australians have a mental or behavioural condition. Quality educationWe believe that everyone should have access to quality education. Educational disadvantage is a huge problem in Australia. Results from PISA 2015 show that Australia has the largest gap in the shortage of teachers between disadvantaged and advantaged schools among all OECD countries.

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Grants Available in November 2019We’re passionate about improving education outcomes for disadvantaged or vulnerable people. For example, we want to see solutions that increase the uptake of STEM subjects in schools and provide Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children access to quality education and support in remote areas.

Decent work and economic growthFinding suitable employment for disadvantaged and vulnerable Australians can be huge challenge. Unemployment of Indigenous Australians, youth, ex-offenders and people with disabilities is unacceptably high, ranging from 15% in some groups to over 50% in others. Technology and innovative solutions have the power to remove barriers that prevent disadvantaged people from accessing training or employment opportunities.Today’s workforce is rapidly changing too. According to a report from the Foundation for Young Australians, jobs in the future will require 30% more time learning on the job by 2030. We need to prepare our young people for the future of work. We need to equip them with the skills and capabilities to thrive in a new economy. Program detailsHow it worksShortlisted applicants will take part in a six-month program that aims to advance their technology-based minimum viable product and build their start-up, social impact and tech expertise. During the six-month program, our Future Makers will participate in eight days of in-person workshops and webinars in between these touchpoints. Participants will also receive coaching from top talent and leaders at Optus and receive technology guidance and insights from industry experts. The program will culminate in a pitch night where our Future Makers will have the opportunity to pitch for funding to a wide audience. At the end of the Optus Future Makers program, participants will have the opportunity to apply for the Singtel Group Future Makers Program. The Singtel Group Future Makers program comprises of leading telecommunications companies across Asia and includes: Singtel (Singapore), Optus (Australia), Globe Telecom (Philippines), Telkomsel (Indonesia) and AIS (Thailand).Up to two finalists from each company will be selected to help grow and scale their solution in the Asia Pacific region. Program criteriaYour solution needs to demonstrate the following criteria:

1. A technology-based solution that improves outcomes for disadvantaged and vulnerable people

2. How it embraces diversity and addresses inequality for minority groups3. You must have a current minimum viable product of your solution4. Addresses one of our focus areas: education, employability and health5. The potential to grow and scale locally, across Australia or overseas

Accelerator program key datesThe applicant must be able to commit to attending the following program dates and have permission from their organisation to attend all program workshops in person. This is to ensure learning continuity and the best experience possible for all Future Makers. We are unable to accommodate substitutes.

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Grants Available in November 2019

Monday 4 November 2019, 9.00am Applications openFriday 13 December 2019, 11.59pm Applications closeEnd of February 2020 Finalists announcedApril 2020 Workshop 1June 2020 Workshop 2August 2020 Workshop 3 and final pitch

August 2020 Applications for Singtel Group Future Makers Program open

September 2020 Selected participants could take part in Singtel Group Future Makers Program.

*Workshop dates are a guide and subject to change. Optus will notify entrants once workshop dates are confirmed. Workshop location is Optus Campus, Sydney, unless otherwise advised. Finalists flights and accommodation will be paid for by Optus as part of the program as per the T&Cs.https://www.optus.com.au/about/sustainability/community/future-makers

Road Safety Awareness and Enablers Fund Grants - Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Cities and Regional Development, Office of Road SafetyDepartment of Infrastructure, Transport, Cities and Regional DevelopmentClose Date & Time:15-Nov-2019 6:00 pm (ACT Local Time)

Description:The Road Safety Awareness and Enablers Fund is designed to contribute to the reduction of road trauma in Australia by increasing awareness, education and collaboration in the Australian community. Phase 2 is fulfilling 2019 Election Commitments and is an open competitive round with a total value of $700,000 ex GST over four years.Eligibility: To be eligible for a grant you must:

have an Australian Business Number (ABN); be registered for the purposes of GST; have an account with an Australian financial institution. You and the project must be located in Australia.

And, be one of the following legal entity types: a company incorporated in Australia; a company incorporated by guarantee; an incorporated trustee on behalf of a trust; an incorporated association; a partnership; a joint (consortia) proposal with a lead organisation ; a not-for-profit organisation;

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Grants Available in November 2019 a publicly funded research organisation as defined in the Glossary; an Australian local government body; an Australian state or territory government body ; an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Corporation registered under the

Corporations (Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006;You are not eligible to apply if you are:

an individual; unincorporated association; overseas resident/organisation; any organisation not included in the section above.

Required qualifications, skills or checks:Personnel working on the grant project, including subcontracted personnel, must maintain accreditations and qualifications as required by law and relevant industry standards.Grant Activity Timeframe:December 2019-June 2023Total Amount Available (AUD):$700,000.00Instructions for Application Submission:You must submit your proposal/s to: roadsafetystrategy@infrastructure.gov.au by 6.00pm by 15th November 2019.https://www.grants.gov.au/?event=public.GO.show&GOUUID=33971064-060B-AF2B-F6BA666C5004FA0D

Community action grants to reduce climate change impactsThe NSW Government is calling for community groups across the State to apply for funding for projects that reduce the impacts of climate change in their local communities.

Environment Minister Matt Kean said the NSW Government has committed $600,000 to the Increasing Resilience to Climate Change (IRCC) community grants program.“These grants will help local communities plan, coordinate and take action to increase their resilience and adapt,” Mr Kean said.“The grants are funded through the Climate Change Fund which enables the NSW Government to better support the community in its response to the effects of climate change.“The IRCC grants will help our communities take practical steps to reduce climate change impacts such as heatwaves, bushfires or floods.”The grants will also foster partnerships between community groups including not for profits and Indigenous groups that will provide lessons on best practice approaches to community adaptation.“IRCC grant funding has already benefited Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils for a cool suburbs rating tool and Bega Valley Shire Council to upgrade community halls to be more climate-resilient during extreme heat events,” Mr Kean said.Community groups are able to partner with local councils in their applications for funding under the IRCC.Round 1 will be open until 31 January 2022 for community groups to apply for grants between $10,000 and $30,000.

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Grants Available in November 2019For more info: Climate change: community grants Restoration and Rehabilitation grants- now open for applications

The NSW Environmental Trust is now inviting applications to the 2019 round of its Restoration and Rehabilitation Grants Program.A total of $4 million is available to the following organisations for projects that assist in the ongoing sustainable management and stewardship of significant environmental assets and services in NSW:• $2 million for projects by community organisations• $2 million for projects by government entitiesGrants of between $5,000 and $100,000 are available.Applications close 3pm Monday 18 November 2019.

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Guidelines, application forms and a range of resources are available on the Trust’s website. Questions?Contact the Trust Administration on (02) 8837 6093 or email.To find out about other grants programs delivered by the Environmental Trust, please visit the Trust's website.NSW Environmental Trust PO Box 644, Parramatta NSW 2124(Level 4, 10 Valentine Avenue, Parramatta NSW 2150) Phone 02 8837 6093info@environmentaltrust.nsw.gov.auwww.environmentaltrust.nsw.gov.auThe NSW Environmental Trust is administered by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environmenthttps://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/news/community-action-grants-to-reduce-climate-change-impacts

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Supporting business in New South WalesFunding programs

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Grants Available in November 2019Many business initiatives have come to fruition thanks to a funding boost which was needed to kick start a great idea.Funding can take on a number of forms including:

the Australian Government at state level, from the NSW Government industry grants private grants scholarships

See below for an overview of programs available: Business.gov provides SMEs with a portal for grants/assistance, advice, support,

skills and training Community development funding database for state, national, philanthropic and

private grants and scholarships Grants & assistance finder to check grant availability and eligibility Indigenous Enterprise Development Funding supports the establishment of

sustainable Indigenous enterprises Knowledge Hubs industry knowledge hubs supporting collaborative industry

partnerships Scale Investors has a national network of 100 mainly female angel investors who

actively invest in female led companies Small business grant to encourage the nearly 650,000 small businesses in New South

Wales that do not pay payroll tax to hire new employees and expand their businesshttps://www.industry.nsw.gov.au/business-and-industry-in-nsw/assistance-and-support/women-in-business/funding-programs

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GrantsThere are many arts and cultural opportunities available for people living in regional NSW and beyond. This is a summary of the main grants and opportunities available to artists and not-for-profit organisations who work in the arts and cultural sector.

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