Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grants Programme

Current Funding Opportunities - 19 August 2016

Funding Providers Department of Veterans' Affairs

Primary CategorySeniors

Eligible to  Local Governments  State/Territory Governments  Not-for-Profits  Schools Funding Amount: $0 to $20,000 Total pool: undisclosed

Round Ongoing Purpose The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) funds organisations through the Saluting Their Service (STS) Commemorative Programme (the STS Programme) to undertake projects and activities that directly commemorate Australia’s involvement in all wars, conflicts and peace operations. Overview The STS Programme is designed to preserve Australia’s wartime heritage and to involve people throughout the nation in a wide range of projects and activities that highlight the service and sacrifice of Australia’s servicemen and women in wars, conflicts and peace operations, and promote appreciation and understanding of the role that those who served have played in shaping the nation. Three categories of grants are available under the STS Programme: a. Community Commemorative Grants (CCG) - Grants up to a maximum of $4,000 are available for community-based commemorative projects and activities. b. Vietnam War Commemorative Grants (VWCG) - Grants between $4,000 and $20,000 are available for community-based commemorative projects and activities that directly commemorate any aspect of the Vietnam War, and which focus on camaraderie. c. Major Commemorative Grants (MCG) - Grants in excess of $4,000 are available for projects and activities that are significant, usually from a national, state or territory perspective. Limitations Applicant Eligibility Eligible Organisations – CCG and MCG The following organisations are eligible to apply for funding through the CCG and MCG categories of the STS Programme:  Community and Ex-Service Organisations;  Schools and Other Educational Institutions;  Museums and Cultural Institutions;  Historical Associations;  State / Territory and Local Government Authorities; and  Other Non-Profit Community Organisations. Eligible Organisations – VWCG Organisations eligible to apply for funding through the VWCG category of the STS Programme are limited to the sub-branches of:  the Vietnam Veterans Association of Australia Inc. (VVAA);  the Vietnam Veterans Federation of Australia Inc. (VVFA);  the Returned and Services League of Australia Limited (RSL);  the War Widows’ Guild of Australia Inc; and  the Partners of Veterans Association of Australia Inc (P.V.A.) Non-Eligible Applicants The following organisations are not eligible to apply for funding under the STS Programme:  Unincorporated organisations seeking more than $10,000 in funding;  Commercial enterprises;  Political parties; and  Organisations that have outstanding acquittals for any previous DVA funding. Individuals are not eligible to apply for funding under the STS Programme. Individuals and non-eligible organisations seeking funding must be Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Mail Website: http://www.dva.gov.au/consultation-and-grants/grants/grant-and-bursary- programs/saluting-their-service-commemorative Guidelines: http://www.dva.gov.au/sites/default/files/files/consultation%20and %20grants/sts/sts_guidelines.pdf Contact Details  Address: Commemorative Grants Section - Department of Veterans’ Affairs GPO Box 9998 CANBERRA 2601 ACT  Phone: 1800 026 185  Email: [email protected]

Community Led grants

Funding Providers Australian Government

Primary Category Indigenous

Eligible to  Not-for-Profits

Funding Total pool: undisclosed Round Ongoing Purpose The Community Led process enables Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, communities and service providers to, at any time, apply for IAS grant funding for projects that address an emerging need or opportunity. Overview The Department invites applications for grant funding for activities that contribute to the achievement of any combination of outcomes identified in the IAS programme information provided in Annexure 1 of the IAS Grant Guidelines. The types of activities that may be funded will address one or more of the Government’s priority areas: 1. Education – activities focused on increased school attendance and improved educational outcomes that lead to employment. This includes activities that nurture and educate Indigenous children, youth and adults to improve pathways to prosperity and wellbeing. This includes improving family and parenting support; early childhood development, care and education; school education; youth engagement and transition; and higher education. 2. Employment and Economic Development – support to connect working age Indigenous Australians with real and sustainable jobs, including ensuring remote jobseekers participate in activities and gain experience that builds work-readiness and contributes to the broader community, foster Indigenous business and to assist Indigenous people to generate economic and social benefits, including from natural and cultural assets and including the effective management of Indigenous-owned land and seas. 3. Community Safety – activities that make communities safer for Indigenous Australians, enabling them to enjoy similar levels of physical, emotional and social wellbeing as those enjoyed by other Australians. Limitations Who can apply for funding? Community groups that may not be eligible to apply for funding are encouraged to consider partnering with an eligible organisation. What cannot be funded? These activities include but are not limited to:  Applications that do not clearly align to the identified outcomes of the IAS.  Activities that are currently funded by other Australian Government agencies, state/territory or local governments.  Retrospective funding for activities that have been completed. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Email Website: https://www.dpmc.gov.au/indigenous-affairs/grants-and-funding/community- led-grants Guidelines: https://www.dpmc.gov.au/sites/default/files/files/ia/Community_Led_Fact_Sheet.pdf Application: https://www.dpmc.gov.au/sites/default/files/files/saving-application-form- computer.pdf Contact Details  Phone: 1800 079 098

Carlisle Homes Community Grant

Funding Providers Carlisle Homes

Primary Category Community Services & Development

Eligible to  Businesses  Not-for-Profits

Funding Total pool: $50,000

Round Opens 01-Jul-2016 Closes 30-Sep-2016 Purpose Carlisle Homes is pleased to further our involvement with local communities. As a company that is one of many working in new areas and new suburbs of our great city, we are giving back to local communities by way of our Community Grants Program Overview If your community group, sporting club or organization has a project that adds value to the community and you need funding to achieve your goals of bringing this project to life, the Carlisle Community Grants may be able to provide assistance. With up to $50,000 available every quarter, it’s your chance to build and grow your community and enrich the lives of people in your area. Entries will be reviewed by a panel of judges, who will select appropriate community groups each quarter. If you are a community group or organisation that could do with a helping hand from Carlisle Homes, we invite you to apply. There are a number of key elements to the judging and possible success of your application. The key judging criterion centers on:  A specific and tangible project  The project has a positive impact / benefit on the immediate community  The group/organization and project must be within the Carlisle build zone  The originality of the project  The project is capable of being completed within 12 months  The number of likes on the Facebook Page and/or supporters on the Carlisle website for the project  The budget for the project is realistic The Carlisle Community Grants support physical projects under a number of broad headings:  Sports & Recreation  Health & Caring  Education & Training Limitations Who can apply? 1.1 An Applicant must:  be 18 years or over;  be an organisation, business, charity or not-for-profit organisation, whose main purpose benefits the community, (herein referred to as the “Applicant”). 1.2 An Applicant must not be an individual, minor, political group, foundation, associated with the building industry or a staff member of the Promoter. 1.3 The Applicant must have a genuine tangible project which will provide a benefit to the community in the Promoter’s Building Zone (as listed on www.carlislehomes.com.au) (“the Project”). 1.4 The Promoter reserves the right to request, at any time, an Applicant to produce appropriate identification (to the Promoter’s satisfaction in its sole discretion) in order to confirm the Applicant’s identity, age, or contact details. If the documentation required by the Promoter is not received by the Promoter or the Applicant’s eligibility has not been verified to the Promoter’s satisfaction, the entry will be deemed invalid. 1.5 The Promoter reserves the right, in its sole and absolute discretion, to require an Applicant to submit to a confidential background check to confirm eligibility and help ensure that the use of any such person in advertising or publicity of the Program will not bring the Promoter into public disrepute, contempt, scandal or ridicule or reflect unfavourably on the Promoter, its agents or the Program as determined by the Promoter in its sole and absolute discretion. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: http://www.carlislehomes.com.au/community-grants/ Guidelines: http://www.carlislehomes.com.au/community-grants/terms-and-conditions/ Application: http://www.carlislehomes.com.au/membership/sign_in?BackURL= %2Fsubmit-your-application%2F Contact Details  Phone: 03 9560 1779  Email: [email protected]

IKEA® Living Local Community Grants

Funding Providers IKEA

Eligible to  Not-for-Profits Funding Amount: $0 to $5,000

Round Closes 27-Nov-2016 Purpose The IKEA Living Local Community Grants are about combining our products and home furnishing expertise and our co-worker volunteer leave days to ‘makeover’ a room or a space in a local not-for-profit or charity organisation. Overview HOW IT WORKS 1. If you are a non-profit or charitable organisation with an inspiring need for IKEA products and home furnishing expertise to makeover your premises then simply complete the application by the due date. 2. You will have until midnight 29th May 2016 to submit your inspiring proposal to your local store (at each of our eight stores in QLD, NSW, ACT and VIC) 3. Then the IKEA store team local to your project will select up to three of the most inspiring finalists for co-workers and customers to vote online. 4. The organisation from each store with the highest number of online votes becomes the winner who receives the full $5,000 IKEA makeover - comprising of our products, home furnishing expertise and our co-worker volunteers to bring it all together. 5. The two runners-up will both receive $250 IKEA gift cards. Limitations IKEA Australia is seeking inspiring proposal from local non-profit or charity organisations Your organisation is a not-for-profit or registered charity whose primary focus is either:  The support and development of children;  Providing housing and shelter for people in need;  Rebuilding following Australian environmental emergencies such as floods, bushfires and cyclones.  You must hold and provide a certificate of currency for Public Liability Insurance to $10 million. PLEASE NOTE WE ARE UNABLE TO SUPPORT:  For-profit organisations  Organisations with a political or religious affiliation  Sports teams and leagues, or sponsoring sporting, art or entertainment events  Individual requests that benefit one person  Organisations who are not open to all members of the community Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: http://www.ikea.com/ms/en_AU/this-is-ikea/people-and-planet/people-and- communities/index.html Application: https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/2433592/IKEA-Living-Local- Community-Grants The Mary MacKillop Community Grants Program

Funding Providers The Mary MacKillop Foundation

Funding Amount: $0 to $10,000 Total pool: undisclosed

Round  Closes 09-Sep-2016

Last Round  Closed 12-Jun-2015 Purpose The Mary MacKillop Foundation (MMF) Community Grants program partners with organisations who support Australia’s most vulnerable and marginalised people to improve their lives through education in all its forms. By participating in these projects, individuals build skills and gain knowledge to improve their engagement with the community and take advantage of life opportunities. The MMF Community Grants Program seeks to empower those in need to take control of their lives and to build a better future for themselves and their communities. Overview The Mary MacKillop Foundation was established by the Sisters of St Joseph to continue the work of their founder, Mary MacKillop, Australia’s first saint. Saint Mary MacKillop had strong compassion for anyone in need, regardless of race, colour or faith. She believed in the power of education for all and set up schools across Australia to make sure those disadvantaged by poverty and distance received an education. Today, in an increasingly complex society, we carry on Mary's legacy to continue helping people in need and our communities to become more cohesive, stronger and just. Our mission is to provide relief with respect to poverty, sickness, distress, misfortune, destitution and helplessness through education in all its forms. Eligible organisations may apply for grants of up to $10,000 to deliver innovative and practical projects that assist people who have been pushed to the margins of society through poverty and disadvantage. Community projects supported by the MMF Community Grants Program include projects that:  Strengthen skills, knowledge and capabilities for self-sufficiency.  Improve engagement and participation in the community.  Enhance spiritual and emotional wellbeing.  Provide support for self-help action for those in need. Example Examples of projects that have received funding previously include:  a mobile library that provides reading classes for young people living in disadvantaged communities;  hospitality and cooking classes for refugees and asylum seekers;  work experience and mentoring opportunities for Indigenous young people;  a parenting program for dads in prison;  art and music classes for people isolated from the community due to having a disability. Limitations To be eligible for funding, applications must comply with the below criteria.  Applications must accord with the mission and purpose of the Mary MacKillop Foundation.  Applications are for a maximum grant of $10,000 and the project must be completed within 12 months of receipt of the grant.  Applications must have two referees, including one from an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) community member familiar with the application (in the case of ATSI applications).  Applications must be consistent with the requirements for a Public Benevolent Institution (see attached document).  Applicants must have an Australian Business Number (ABN).  Applications are only accepted from community based groups or organisations (not individuals) within Australia. The project must be delivered within Australia. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Email, Mail, Fax Website: http://www.mackillopfoundation.org.au/ Guidelines: http://www.mackillopfoundation.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/MMF- 2017-Community-Grants-Guidelines-Final.pdf Application: http://www.mackillopfoundation.org.au/wp- content/uploads/2016/08/MMF-2017-Community-Grants-Application-LOCKED.docx Contact Details The Mary MacKillop Foundation  Address: PO Box 855 NORTH SYDNEY 2059 NSW  Phone: 02 8912 2720  Email: [email protected]

The Premier's Design Awards

Funding Providers Creative Victoria, Victorian Government Primary Category Arts & Culture

Eligible to  Businesses  Individuals

Round Closes 30-Sep-2016 Purpose The Premier’s Design Awards recognise and reward Victorian designers and businesses using exemplar design effectively and sustainably. Overview The awards provide an opportunity for businesses and the community to better understand the role of design in making products and services more functional, efficient and attractive, and increasing productivity and business outcomes Entries are accepted in the following categories: 1. Architectural Design 2. Service Design 3. Industrial and Product Design 4. Communication Design 5. Digital Design 6. Design Strategy 7. Fashion Design 8. Student Design Entries will be judged by an eminent national and international judging panel, chaired by Victorian designer Ken Cato, AO. Launched in 2012, the Premier’s Design Awards trade mark will be licensed to award winners to use in connection with their businesses as an indication of leadership, expert recognition and prestige. Limitations Entries must comply with the following criteria  Entries must have been created between July 1 2015 and July 1 2016.  The client (commissioning organisation) may be local, national or international. The primary designer(s) must be Victorian.  All entries must comply with the applicable Australian and International Standards for the intended marketplace.  Upon submission, the Entrant warrants that the design is their original and individual work. The Organiser reserves the right to request further evidence such as design concepts, applicable patents, trademarks or IP ownership.  Entrants must have the permission of the client to enter the design.  Designs submitted by entrants who include any of the following, must accompany written approval from an authorised representative, or will be disqualified: – Trademarks, service marks, trade names, brands, or copyrighted material of third parties. – Names or depictions of public figures, public officials, or celebrities. – Personal information, for example, phone numbers, addresses.  Designs submitted by Entrants must not feature: – Obscene, vulgar, pornographic, profane, violent statements or images – Contextually Offensive, discriminatory statements or images.  Designs submitted by Entrants created using unauthorised, pirated copies of computer software will not be accepted.  Entries must be received by 11:59pm AEST, 30 September 2016 unless stated otherwise by the Organiser.  The decision of the judges is final and no correspondence will be entered into.  Entrants acknowledge their submissions, including images, may be used for publicity purposes, and that they may be contacted for comment by authorised representatives of the awards.  If an award finalist or winner is in breach of the terms and conditions of entry, the Entrant’s submission will be deemed invalid and the award deemed null and void, and returned. The Entrant may be liable for any costs associated as a result of action taken.  The Victorian Government has the right to amend these terms and conditions at their discretion. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: http://www.premiersdesignawards.com.au/about/about-pda/ Application: http://www.premiersdesignawards.com.au/enter/entry/ Contact Details  Phone: 02 8015 6680  Email: [email protected]

Social Enterprise Development and Investment Funds (SEDIF)

Funding Providers Department of Employment

Primary Category Social Enterprise

Eligible to  Businesses  Not-for-Profits

Round Ongoing Purpose The Social Enterprise Development and Investment Funds (SEDIF) improves access to finance and support for social enterprises to help them grow their business and increase the impact of their work in their communities. Overview Finance for Social Enterprise: The Social Enterprise Development and Investment Funds explains social enterprises and the support that the SEDIF offers. Three SEDIF fund managers have been selected to offer social enterprises finance, such as loans, and support. The SEDIF fund managers are:  Foresters Community Finance  Social Enterprise Finance Australia  Social Ventures Australia Social enterprises can contact the SEDIF fund managers directly to discuss their financing needs. Limitations Social enterprises can be found in both the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors and come in a variety of forms such as independent businesses, co-operatives, community enterprise, social businesses and the trading arms of charities. Social enterprises are found across a range of industries such as hospitality, early learning and childcare, retail, hospitality, manufacturing, renewable energy and recycling services. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Email, Mail Website: https://employment.gov.au/social-enterprise-development-and-investment- funds Guidelines: http://docs.employment.gov.au/system/files/doc/other/sedifintronov2013_2.pdf Contact Details  Address: GPO Box 9880 2601 CANBERRA ACT  Email: [email protected]

Elder abuse prevention and response grants program

Funding Providers State Trustees

Primary Category Seniors

Limitations  DGR Status is required

Funding Amount: $50,000 to $100,000

Round (None listed) Purpose State Trustees Australia Foundation has a particular focus on helping those disadvantaged by ageing, disability and mental health. The Foundation aims to promote social inclusion, and provide support for individuals to live independently and build and maintain physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing and resilience, as well as reduce the incidence of adverse health issues that can limit their ability to live well. Overview What are the objectives of the elder abuse program? To support older Australians to participate fully in economic, social and family life by supporting people to remain independent, active and socially connected as they age and exercise choice and control in how they engage with the service systems that support them. How much funding is available for a project? The program will fund grants ranging from $50,000-$100,000. Elder abuse prevention and response funding priorities:  Awareness building activities o to build awareness of the issue and provide people with information about what constitutes elder abuse and how to prevent and address it  Education and skill development programs o to help older people to understand, assert and protect their rights  Social participation programs o to help older people to stay socially connected Information services to help older people to access independent advice prior to making decisions about housing and financial matters and to access information about power of attorney and guardianship options  to help older people to manage their financial affairs and plan for and have choice over who will manage their affairs if they lose capacity Capacity building and training for community health workers and carers  to help them to identify and respond to (prospective) issues Projects that help Victorians will be given preference. Limitations Australian eligible entities providing direct community support or activities are eligible to apply. Note, an eligible entity is endorsed as Item 1 Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) and is charitable at law. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: https://www.statetrustees.com.au/state-trustees-foundation/apply-for-a- grant/ Guidelines: https://statetrustees.smartygrants.com.au/s/site/statetrustees/Elder_abuse_grants_pro gram_guidelines.docx Apply Using SmartyGrants: https://statetrustees.smartygrants.com.au/ Contact Details  Phone: 03 9667 6740  Email: [email protected] Empower Youth Program

Funding Providers Victorian Government

Primary Category Youth

Eligible to  Local Governments  Not-for-Profits

Funding Amount: $0 to $570,000 Total pool: $4,000,000

Round  Closes 02-Sep-2016 Purpose The Empower Youth program requires funded organisations to undertake an innovative approach to designing and delivering a program that strengthens the health and wellbeing of young people; their participation in community; their engagement in education and training; and their pathways to employment. Overview The Victorian Government wants every young person to have the opportunities and support they need to reach their potential. Due to a range of circumstances, some young people become disconnected from family, education and community and require more intensive and tailored support to achieve their goals and enhance their life outcomes. The Victorian Government is investing over $4 million over three years to deliver an exciting new program - Empower Youth - to fund organisations to work with vulnerable young people who are at risk of disengagement to strengthen their health and wellbeing, their connection to community, their engagement in education and training and their pathways to employment. The development, design and delivery of local Empower Youth programs will directly engage young people to ensure that the program meets their goals and circumstances. Limitations Local government and community organisations, especially in priority locations of Ballarat, Brimbank, Casey, Frankston, Greater Geelong, Greater Dandenong, Hume, LaTrobe, Whittlesea and Wyndham, are encouraged to apply for funding to deliver this exciting new program. What will not be funded? Empower Youth will not fund:  organisations that have failed to complete any previous projects funded by the Department of Health & Human Services without demonstrating sufficient cause  commercial organisations or bodies established for profit making  requests for the purchase, maintenance or upgrading of facilities or equipment  projects that are already being funded under other Government programs  projects that do not engage young people in design. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Email Website: http://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/government-info-assistance/youth- programs/empower-youth Guidelines: http://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/file/50396/download Application: http://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/file/50401/download Contact Details  Phone: 03 9096 3349  Email: [email protected]

Volunteering Victoria State Awards Closing Soon

Funding Providers Volunteering Victoria

Eligible to  Individuals

Funding Total pool: undisclosed

Round Closes 26-Aug-2016 Purpose The Volunteering Victoria State Awards for volunteering aim to embrace, and showcase the work of volunteer managers, programs and volunteer-involving organisations. 2015 marked the inaugural year of these all encompassing awards. These Awards aim to showcase the extraordinary infrastructure in our state that makes volunteering possible. Let’s celebrate those who make volunteering happen. Overview This is the second year for the Volunteering Victoria State Awards. The Awards were developed in consultation with the volunteering sector, and in response to the need for inclusive awards that reflect the ways volunteering is evolving in new and innovative ways. Traditional ideas about volunteering are being challenged every day, and volunteer managers in organisations are constantly applying their expertise to meet the diverse motivations of their volunteers and steer that committed and enthusiastic workforce towards their organisation’s purpose and goals. Many Awards services and ceremonies exist in communities large and small. There are sector specific awards, and State and Commonwealth Government departments and ministers have also hosted recognition events. However, these focus largely on the amazing work and achievements of individual volunteers. Award Categories  Innovation - Awarded to a volunteer manager, volunteer delivered program or volunteer involving organisation for an innovative, unique volunteering program or model that engages volunteers and makes a significant contribution to the work of the organisation; improving its ability to achieve its purpose and objectives, and to deliver positive outcomes for its stakeholders  Excellence - Awarded to a volunteer manager, volunteer delivered program or volunteer involving organisation for demonstrating and championing best practice volunteer management. This should include consideration of The National Standards for Volunteer Involvement.  Inclusion - Awarded to a volunteer manager, volunteer delivered program or volunteer involving organisation that engages with and includes individuals or groups who are often excluded from mainstream or traditional volunteering. This might include any groups that routinely experience social isolation or discrimination, such as CALD community members, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with a disability, senior Victorians, LGBTI people, and recently arrived migrants and refugees.  Impact - Awarded to a volunteer manager, volunteer delivered program or volunteer involving organisation that has made a positive, measurable and sustainable social, environmental and/or economic impact on the community, individuals or cause supported by the program.  Thought Leadership - Awarded to an individual or team who made a significant contribution to the advancement of knowledge and/or research regarding volunteering practice or theory.  Employee Volunteering - Awarded to an organisation that delivers a specific, significant and sustained benefit to one or more volunteer-involving organisations through its employee volunteering program. The volunteering contribution may include general (team) or skilled volunteering, including pro bono work. Limitations While a nominated organisation may be located outside Victoria, the program must be run in Victoria and benefit Victorians. All nominations should be consistent with the definition of volunteering: ‘Volunteering is time willingly given for the common good and without financial gain’ Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: http://volunteeringvictoria.org.au/awards/ Application: http://volunteeringvictoria.org.au/awards/enter-awards/ Contact Details Christine Paterson  Phone: 03 8327 8511  Email: [email protected] Tobin Brothers Foundation Grant

Funding Providers The Tobin Brothers Foundation

Funding Amount: $0 to $3,500

Round Opens 01-Sep-2016 Closes 14-Oct-2016 Purpose The grant exists to support local communities that have little or no access to traditional fund raising opportunities Overview Tobin Brothers Funerals made a founding donation of $25,000 and has since added funds annually through fund raising activities.  Tobin Brothers Foundation provides funding for specific projects.  The Foundations focus is toward smaller, local and community driven organisations.  The Foundation prides itself on the diversity of grant recipients from across a broad spectrum  Grants are limited to those organisations with Deductible Gift Recipient status, under Division 30 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997.  Tobin Brothers Foundation recognises those organisations that may have difficulty in obtaining funding from other government and/or private sources. The Foundation provide grants to the value of $3,500 on an annual basis. Tobin Brothers Foundation provides funding for specific projects and focus is toward smaller, local and community driven organisations. Grants are provided for a diversity of recipients from across a broad spectrum. The Foundation funds projects, items or ideas that demonstrate careful costing by the applicant organisation. The Foundation does not usually make contributions toward larger funding projects such as building funds or capital works. Limitations Grants are limited to those that have Deductible Gift Recipients (DGR) under Division 30 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Email, Mail, Online Website: http://tobinbrothersfoundation.com.au/ Guidelines: http://tobinbrothersfoundation.com.au/document/download.html? id=167&pageElementId=1585 Contact Details The Tobin Brothers Foundation  Address: PO Box 251 NORTH MELBOURNE 3051 VIC  Phone: (03) 9328 3999  Email: [email protected]

Bank of Melbourne Neighbourhood Fund

Funding Providers The Bank of Melbourne

Funding Amount: $0 to $50,000, Total pool: undisclosed

Round Opens 15-Aug-2016 Closes 30-Sep-2016 Purpose The Bank of Melbourne Neighbourhood Fund supports charities who receive little or no government funding and aren't big enough to generate significant fundraising income of their own. These organisations invest in projects that will improve the lives of Victorian communities. Overview The Bank of Melbourne Neighbourhood Fund supports local charities and programs that deliver sustainable benefits to Victorian communities. The Fund allocates cash grants in funding rounds with a focus on charities that receive little or no government funding. To help local neighbourhoods we:  partner with smaller community organisations who attract little funding from government and aren't big enough to generate significant fundraising income of their own.  invest in projects that will improve the lives of Victorian communities who are physically, socially or economically disadvantaged. Additional Information  Grants up to $50,000 are allocated during three funding rounds each year.  Bank of Melbourne Neighbourhood Fund is unable to give funding to individuals or organisations that are not eligible recipients.  In the interest of supporting many different communities our Governors prefer not to support any one organisation for more than three consecutive years.  Past recipients should wait until their previous project is acquitted before submitting a subsequent application. Generally, this will be at least one year between applications.  From time to time, we may partner with a larger charity on a project that addresses an issue which we believe to be of benefit to the communities we support through smaller organisations Limitations To be eligible for funding, your organisation must:  be located in Victoria  provide a minimum of 12 months' worth of audited financials  have an annual gross revenue of less than $3 million  receive less than 40% of your income from recurrent state, federal or local government funding  be endorsed as a deductible gift recipient (but not another ancillary fund). Deductible Gift Recipients must be listed with the Australian Taxation Office under Item 1 of the Table in Section 30-15 of the Income Tax Assessment Act, 1936. We do not Fund:  projects outside Victoria  organisations with an income of more than $3 million per annum  organisations who have been operating for less than 12 months  organisations who receive more than 40% of their annual funding from government (unless they have an income less than $1 million per annum)  auspiced applications  organisations or projects with religious affiliations  sponsorship or fundraising appeals Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: http://info.bankofmelbourne.com.au/communityhub/your-project.html Apply Using SmartyGrants: https://bankofmelbourne.smartygrants.com.au/2016Round3 Contact Details  Phone: 1300 851 340  Email: [email protected]

Catalyst-Australian Arts and Culture Fund

Funding Providers Ministry for the Arts

Primary Category Arts & Culture Eligible to  Businesses  Not-for-Profits

Funding Amount: $0 to $500,000 Total pool: $12,000,000

Round Ongoing Purpose Catalyst is the Australian Government's new funding program for the arts. It will invest $12 million each year in innovative projects and initiatives from arts and cultural organisations. Overview Catalyst will assist organisations to forge new creative and financial partnerships and stimulate innovative ways to build participation by Australians in our cultural life. It will prioritise access to high quality arts experiences in regional communities and international activities that achieve cultural diplomacy objectives. Projects by, or that involve, small to medium organisations will be given priority. The fund may also support some gallery, library, archive, museum, arts education and infrastructure projects. Funding will be available through annual or multi-year Funding Agreements up to a maximum of four years, subject to availability of funds. Ordinarily, individual projects will not receive more than $500,000 in one year. Applicants should keep in mind that Catalyst seeks to support a diverse range of quality projects in each of the Catalyst streams. To remain competitive, all applications for funding should include realistic budgets and achievable timeframes, and an explanation of the expected impact and public benefit of the project. Objectives Catalyst will:  deliver a diverse range of quality arts and cultural experiences that grow participation throughout Australia and internationally  strengthen Australia’s reputation as a sophisticated and artistic nation with a confident, outward-focused arts sector  increase partnerships with the private and philanthropic sector to increase project investment  support collaborations to develop arts and cultural projects including in specific regions or priority areas  give priority to projects involving small to medium organisations What Catalyst will fund Catalyst will fund high quality projects irrespective of scale in all art forms, including screen-based art work and cross art form projects, including but not limited to:  Performances  Exhibitions  Tours  Development and/or creation of new work  Festivals  Investment in foundation fellowship programs (Partnerships and Collaborations stream only)  Capacity building  Infrastructure projects (Partnerships and Collaborations stream only)  Artistic cultural exchanges Limitations To be eligible for funding, applicants must:  be an Australian incorporated organisation or entity  have as their principal purpose the arts and/or cultural heritage  have an active Australian Business Number (ABN). Organisations incorporated under Norfolk Island law are eligible for funding  be registered for the Goods and Services Tax (GST), if required by the Australian Taxation Office  not have any outstanding reports, acquittals or serious breaches relating to any Commonwealth funding Unincorporated groups with primarily an arts or cultural heritage purpose are eligible for funding but must be auspiced by an organisation that meets the above criteria. Individual business units and entities of local government authorities with an arts or cultural heritage purpose (such as art galleries or performing arts centres) are eligible to submit applications. What Catalyst will not fund?  Individuals  Competitions  Awards  Business start-up costs  Private tuition, training or study  Work used for academic assessment  Eisteddfods  Film and television production  Operational funding for organisations (note this differs from administrative costs associated with undertaking funded projects)  Interactive games  Built or natural heritage projects  Components of projects that are also funded by other programs administered by the Ministry for the Arts, the Australia Council or Creative Partnerships Australia  Costs associated with a project that have already been incurred Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: http://arts.gov.au/catalyst Guidelines: http://arts.gov.au/sites/default/files/funding/catalyst-guidelines %2010Dec.pdf Apply Using SmartyGrants: https://arts.smartygrants.com.au/CA-01-1516 Contact Details  Address: Ministry for the Arts, Department of Communications and the Arts GPO Box 2154 Canberra 2601 ACT  Phone: 1800 590 577  Email: [email protected]

Significant Sporting Events Program

Funding Providers Sport and Recreation Victoria

Primary Category Sport & Recreation

Eligible to  Local Governments  Businesses  Not-for-Profits

Funding Amount: $0 to $300,000 Total pool: undisclosed

Round Ongoing Purpose The Significant Sporting Events Program assists sporting, community and event organisations to deliver sporting events in Victoria. The program, through the Event Assistance Grant and Event Development Grant categories, provides funding support for events that are at a national or international level and are supported or sanctioned by a recognised sporting authority. The Significant Sporting Events Program will support sporting events that demonstrate an international or national component and that do not meet criteria for consideration of the Major Events Fund. Overview The Significant Sporting Events Program is designed to encourage:  the attraction and retention of national and international sporting events to Victoria that enhance the reputation of the state as a host of events  regional communities to build their event capacity and attract national and international sporting events  a strengthened community and sports sector through the development of legacies to regions, sports and communities  sporting associations in Victoria to develop elite and semi-elite competitions, increasing the opportunities to host and attract larger major or international events in future years  visitor attendance from outside Victoria which contributes to the state’s economic prosperity  opportunities for Victorian teams and individuals to compete on home soil  participation at the community level for a range of sports. Event Assistance Grants - Grants of up to $20,000 are available under the Event Assistance Grant category. This category is for event organisers seeking funding support to assist with the general operational costs associated with hosting events. Event Development Grants - Grants of up to $300,000 are available under the Event Development Grant category. Grants under this category can be used for:  events subject to a bidding process, or events that have been secured through a bidding process  events that are new to Victoria, or returning to Victoria, such as those held on a rotational basis  developing or expanding existing events (for example, securing TV broadcast or web streaming, or increasing the capacity to market an event).

Consideration will also be given to events seeking funding to assist with high operational costs (typically more than $200,000). The Significant Sporting Events Program will support sporting events that demonstrate an international or national component and that do not meet criteria for consideration of the Major Events Fund. Grants from this program can be used for:  international or national open championships  international or national youth or masters events  international or national events for disadvantaged groups  international or national events for culturally diverse groups  one-off international or national sporting matches. Limitations The following organisations can apply for funding:  private event organisations (sanctioned or supported by a national sporting organisation and/or a state sporting association)  national sporting organisations (must be the body recognised by the Australian Sports Commission)  state sporting associations (must be the body recognised by Sport and Recreation Victoria)  venues  local government authorities  other not for profit organisations (sanctioned or supported by a national sporting organisation and/or a state sporting association)  local sporting clubs and associations In addition, to be eligible for funding applicants must:  be an incorporated body, cooperative or association (including business associations) possess an Australian Business Number (ABN)  be financially solvent. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: http://sport.vic.gov.au/node/361 Guidelines: http://sport.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/SSEP_2014_18%20- %20SSEPGuidelines.pdf Application: https://dhhsgrants1.force.com/publicform?id=a0h280000001b4g Contact Details  Address: GPO Box 2392 MELBOURNE 3001 VIC  Phone: 1300 366 356  Email: [email protected]

100&Change

Funding Providers The MacArthur Foundation

Primary Category International

Funding Total pool: $100,000,000

Round Closes 02-Sep-2016 Purpose 100&Change is a MacArthur Foundation competition for a $100 million grant to fund a single proposal that will make measurable progress toward solving a significant problem. 100&Change will select a bold proposal that promises real progress toward solving a critical problem of our time. And it will award a $100 million grant to help make that solution a reality. Overview A $100 million grant to a single proposal designed to help solve a critical problem affecting people, places, or the planet. The Foundation’s competition, called 100&Change, is open to organizations working in any field of endeavor anywhere. Applicants must identify both the problem they are trying to solve, as well as their proposed solution. Competitive proposals will be meaningful, verifiable, durable, and feasible. 100&Change will consider applications from across the United States and around the world. Nonprofit and for-profit organizations can apply, subject to eligibility rules. The competition will not accept applications from individuals or government agencies. Proposals focused on any critical issue are welcome.  No single field or problem area is designated; proposals from any sector are encouraged.  Proposals should articulate both the problem and the proposed solution, and must have a charitable purpose.  Competitive proposals will be meaningful, verifiable, durable, and feasible. Limitations Eligibility The Competition Sponsor welcomes Applications from eligible organizations or entities that have a recognized legal existence and structure under applicable law (State, Federal, or Country) and that are in good standing in the jurisdiction under which they are organized. The following types of organizations are eligible:  An organization under section 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(1) or (2) of the Internal Revenue Code (“IRC”) that has received a tax determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”).  A private foundation under section 501(c)(3) of the IRC that has received a tax determination letter from the IRS.  A for-profit corporation organized under the laws of a State in the United States.  A benefit corporation, flexible purpose organization, or similar “hybrid” organization organized under the laws of a State in the United States.  A limited liability company or partnership organized under the laws of a State in the United States.  An organization organized under the laws of a foreign jurisdiction which has received a tax determination letter from the IRS or has been determined to be the equivalent of a section 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(1) or (2) organization by NGO Source or the MacArthur Foundation for which an equivalency determination has not expired.  An entity that is recognized under the law of the applicable jurisdiction as a non- governmental organization, an educational organization, a charitable organization, a social welfare organization, a not-for-profit organization, or similar-type entity that is not a for-profit organization or government agency.  A for-profit entity organized and in good standing under the laws of the local jurisdiction in which it operates. An Application from any eligible Entity must identify the Project that is the subject of the Application. Organizations may be required to certify that the laws of their governing jurisdiction do not prohibit or restrict the receipt of the Award under this Competition. The Competition Sponsor reserves the right to reject the Application of an organization if, in the Foundation’s sole discretion, the laws of the governing jurisdiction applicable to the organization would prohibit or limit the Competition Sponsor from proceeding with the Competition as intended or the consideration or making of any Award would impose additional administrative, tax, operational, or legal burdens on the Competition Sponsor. Ineligible persons or entities Individuals and government entities are not eligible to submit Applications. No employee or Board member of the MacArthur Foundation (or a member of their immediate family) is permitted to participate either directly or indirectly with any organization submitting an Application; any such participation will disqualify the related Application. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: https://www.100andchange.org/ Application: https://www.100andchange.org/#application Contact Details  Email: [email protected]

The Myer Innovation Fellowships

Funding Providers The Myer Foundation, The Sidney Myer Fund

Primary Category Environment & Sustainability

Funding Amount: $0 to $100,000 Round Closes 25-Sep-2016 Purpose The Myer Innovation Fellowship program provides support to individuals rather than organisations. The program seeks exceptional leaders across all sectors (private, public and non-profit) and from all types of professional backgrounds. For us, the idea is king. We will consider both quality of the break-through idea and the capacity of the applicant to implement this idea. Overview The Myer Innovation Fellowships aim to support breakthrough solutions to Australia’s most pressing social and environmental challenges and bring new talent to the social sector. Fellows are offered the unique opportunity to take nine to twelve months away from their current role to pursue a big idea that has the potential to achieve positive outcomes in the areas of:  Education  Poverty and Disadvantage  Sustainability and the Environment. The Myer Innovation Fellowships provide recipients with time and support needed to develop their ground-breaking idea into a sustainable plan for action. Fellows will each receive $100,000 for their nine to twelve month commitment to the program and an additional $30,000 will be available to each Fellow for approved expenses such as work space, rent, travel and contracting of external expertise. This program will provide these outstanding individuals with freedom from their day jobs to:  Open productive new lines of inquiry  Ask provocative questions  Challenge conventional wisdom  Develop new ideas, approaches, and strategies. Fellows will each receive $100,000 for their nine month commitment to the program and an additional $30,000 will be available to each Fellow for approved expenses such as work space, rent, travel and contracting of external expertise. Limitations The applicant must:  Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident  Reside in Australia for the majority of the Fellowship period  Be prepared to take a sabbatical from their current role for nine months  Have a proven track record of risk-taking, out-of-the-box thinking  Have an ability to turn ideas into action  Have well-developed networks within an area of the proposed project. The proposed project must:  Be based in Australia  Be aligned with one or more of the three The Myer Foundation’s and Sidney Myer Fund’s program areas of Education, Poverty and Disadvantage, and Sustainability and the Environment  Have been in development for not longer than three years. What are the Funding Exclusions? Through this program we will not fund:  Benefits or fundraising events  Capital or endowment campaigns  Dissertation research  International projects  Scholarships  Sponsorships  Specific diseases  Medical research  Creative arts projects  Collaborations between a number of individuals  Projects that have been in development for more than three years  Organisations. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: http://myerfoundation.org.au/grants/other-programs/mif/ Guidelines: http://myerfoundation.org.au/grants/other-programs/mif/how-to-apply/ Apply Using SmartyGrants: https://myerfoundation.smartygrants.com.au/MIF17 Contact Details  Phone: 03 8672 5555  Email: [email protected]