Community Grants

  • Saving Koalas Fund Health

    Zoos, Wildlife Sanctuaries and Conservation of Endangered Species
    Closes: 15 Dec 2024

    The Saving Koalas Fund - Health Grants will provide up to $22.5 million over four years (2022-23 to 2025-26) to eligible organisations to protect and restore koala habitats. The program aims to address koala health challenges, improve health outcomes, enhance capacity in wildlife treatment and rehabilitation, and improve knowledge and management of koala populations and diseases

  • Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grants Program

    Department of Veterans' Affairs
    Closes: 5 Feb 2025

    The Australian Government’s Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grants Program offers crucial funding to honour our veterans' contributions. Applications are divided into three batches, with Batch 1 already closed, Batch 2 closing on 3 October 2024, and Batch 3 on 5 February 2025. The program provides Community Grants up to $10,000 for local projects and Major Grants between $10,001 and $150,000 for significant commemorative activities. Eligible organizations include companies, local governments, and incorporated associations. Apply by 5 February 2025 to contribute to preserving our wartime heritage.

  • Saving Native Species

    Zoos, Wildlife Sanctuaries and Conservation of Endangered Species
    Closes: 31 March 2025

    The grant opportunity under the Threatened Species Action Plan aims to improve the condition of priority places, benefiting species and habitats. Organisations with relevant experience and capacity will be invited to apply. A list of the 20 priority places is available on the Department’s website.

  • Saving Native Species – Emergency Actions for Threatened Species

    Zoos, Wildlife Sanctuaries and Conservation of Endangered Species
    Closes 27 June 2025

    The Saving Native Species Program offers up to $600,000 to organisations to prevent the extinction of native plants and animals from 2022-23 to 2025-26. It supports the Threatened Species Action Plan (2022-2032), aiming for zero extinctions through practical recovery efforts across various environments. The plan has four 10-year objectives and 22 targets for the first five years to aid species recovery nationwide.

  • Community Development Grants (CDG) Programme

    Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts
    Closes: 30 Jun 2026

    The CDG Programme, established in 2013, strengthens regional economies by fostering partnerships between all levels of government and local communities. This initiative, aligned with government election commitments, supports essential infrastructure projects that enhance economic stability, job creation, and social cohesion. Only projects identified by the government receive funding, ensuring alignment with national priorities and adherence to Commonwealth Grants Rules and Guidelines.

  • Australian Apprenticeships Incentives Program

    Vocational Training and Apprenticeships
    Ongoing opportunity.

    The Australian Apprenticeships Incentives Program aims to develop a skilled workforce to support Australia's economy. It offers employer incentives and payments to apprentices in traditional and emerging industries with projected skill shortages. Eligibility is determined by Apprenticeship Support Network Providers and Services Australia. The program is ongoing, and applications can be submitted through local Apprenticeship Network Providers.

  • Australian Apprenticeships Incentive System Program

    Vocational Training and Apprenticeships
    Ongoing

    The Australian Apprenticeships Incentive System aims to create a more inclusive and sustainable economy by providing quality training for Australians in paid employment. It offers employer incentives and personal benefit payments, delivered by Australian Apprenticeship Support Network (AASN) providers and supported by the new Apprenticeship Data Management System (ADMS). Eligibility for payments is assessed by AASN providers and Services Australia based on specific criteria.

  • Industry Growth Program: Early-Stage Commercialisation

    Business Development
    Ongoing

    The Early-Stage Commercialisation grants aim to support businesses in establishing the commercial viability of innovative products, processes, or services. These grants, ranging from $50,000 to $250,000, assist with feasibility studies, proof-of-concept, and prototyping.

  • Industry Growth Program: Early-Stage Commercialisation

    Department of Industry, Science and Resources
    Ongoing

    The Early-Stage Commercialisation grants are a strategic initiative to boost Australian innovation and economic growth. By providing $50,000 to $250,000 to SMEs, these grants help develop and commercialise innovative products and attract essential investment. Eligible businesses must meet criteria such as having an ABN, GST registration, and specific turnover limits. This program is crucial for fostering a vibrant, innovative business environment in Australia.

  • Industry Growth Program: Commercialisation and Growth

    Department of Industry, Science and Resources
    Ongoing

    The Industry Growth Program Advisory Service offers Commonwealth grant funding to assist SMEs in commercialising and expanding their operations. Grants range from $100,000 to $5,000,000, supporting activities like market entry, growth acceleration, and scaling to national and international markets. Eligible applicants must have an ABN, be non-income-tax-exempt, registered for GST, and be an incorporated company, co-operative, or trust. Participants must also have a turnover of less than $20 million annually, a report from the Advisory Service, and evidence of funding capability.