Grants Available in September 2016 Reece Grant awards · In its first year, 2015 saw three plumbers receive grants to help fund international projects in East Timor, India and the

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Reece Grant awards Funding Providers Reece Location Aus Funding Type Grant G07324 Primary Category International Eligible to Individuals Funding Total pool: $25,000 Round Closes 30-Sep-2016 5PM Purpose The Reece Grant is an initiative that aims to improve the quality of life within nderprivileged communities by supporting our customers in undertaking projects to provide clean water or improve sanitation. Overview In its first year, 2015 saw three plumbers receive grants to help fund international projects in East Timor, India and the Philippines. The projects were a life-changing experience for both the local communities and plumbers involved. If you’re a Reece account customer and you want to make a difference through a water related project, then we can help you make it happen. The Reece Grant awards $25,000 to support community water projects here and abroad. The grant can take the form of funds or products. So, if you have a worthy water project in mind, then it's time to apply. Limitations If you’re a Reece account customer and want to make a difference through a water related project, then we can help you make it happen. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: http://www.reece.com.au/grant Guidelines: http://www.reece.com.au/grant-2/terms-and-conditions Application: http://www.reece.com.au/grant/apply-now Contact Details Phone: 03 9274 0000

St George Foundation Funding Funding Providers St George Foundation Location ACT,QLD,NT,NSW Funding Type

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Grant G05856 Primary Category Children & Family Eligible to Not-for-Profits Limitations DGR Status is required Funding Amount: $0 to $50,000 Total pool: undisclosed Round Closes 30-Sep-2016 Last Round Closed 29-Jan-2016 Purpose St.George Foundation focuses on helping smaller community organisations that work to provide a brighter future for socially, economically or physically disadvantaged children. The charities we fund attract little assistance from the government and are not able to generate significant fundraising income of their own. We want to support the AWESOME work they do for children in our community. Overview In order to help the little guys we – Partner with the smaller community organisations who attract little funding from

government and who aren’t big enough to generate significant fundraising income of their own.

Invest in projects that will improve the lives of Australian children who are physically, socially or economically disadvantaged.

What we do fund: Children's projects in NSW, ACT, QLD, WA

Early intervention services Youth workers Recreational and respite programs Counselling and therapy Educational equipment and assistance Medical equipment

Limitations To be eligible for funding, an organisation must: focus its efforts on Australian children under the age of 18 years be located in NSW, ACT, QLD or WA have a gross annual revenue of less than $3,000,000 receive less than 40% of its income from recurrent state, federal or local government

funding (unless it receives an income less than $1 million per annum, in which case Government funding can exceed 40%)

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.

What we don’t fund:

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Projects or treatments in VIC, TAS, SA, NT or outside Australia Organisations with an income of >$3M pa Organisations who receive >40% of their annual funding from government (unless they

have an income of <$1M pa) Auspiced applications Organisations or projects for religious purposes Sponsorship or fundraising appeals Parenting programs Programs for adults Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: http://promos.stgeorge.com.au/stgeorgefoundation/ Guidelines: http://promos.stgeorge.com.au/stgeorgefoundation/pdfs/Funding-Guidelines-sep14.pdf

Apply Using SmartyGrants: https://st-george-foundation.smartygrants.com.au/2016Round3 Contact Details Address: Level 11, 182 George St Sydney 2000 NSW Phone: 1300 726 023 Email: [email protected]

Small Grants for Rural Communities Funding Providers Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR) Location Aus Funding Type Grant G02132 Primary Category Community Services & Development Eligible to Not-for-Profits Funding Amount: $0 to $5,000 Total pool: $300,000 Round Closes 07-Oct-2016 Last Round Closed 24-Mar-2016 Purpose To improve access to philanthropy for regional communities, provide a simple application process, and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Trusts and Foundations who wish to support small community organisations. Overview The Small Grants for Rural Communities is the longest running and broadest program FRRR offers, opening twice per year.

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In 2016, the SGRC program celebrates 30 rounds of grant-making. The program has supported hundreds of small communities in that time, investing millions of dollars into local projects. It is a great example of a collaborative program supported by various partners, which has the flexibility to address issues that make a difference to the sustainability of rural, regional and remote communities. Grants of up to $5,000 are available for projects and activities that offer clear public benefit for communities in rural, regional or remote Australia. Priority is given to communities of 10,000 or fewer. Limitations What Can Be Funded? Not-for-profit community based organisations from communities in rural, regional and

remote locations in Australia can apply for funds to support projects and activities that offer clear public benefit (are for a charitable purpose) and clearly address a need in the community in the areas of social and community welfare, economic, environmental, health, education or cultural development.

Projects located in communities with a population of 10,000 or less will receive priority. Organisations must have an ABN or Incorporation Certificate. Organisations/projects demonstrating community partnerships are preferred to multiple

applications from one community (please submit only one application per organisation). Projects with clearly defined objectives, timeframes and evaluation strategies will be

given preference. (Projects should be undertaken from February 2017 to February 2018 as projects cannot be funded retrospectively).

What Can't Be Funded? (If in doubt, please contact FRRR) Regular operational and administration costs will not be funded (e.g. rent, utilities,

regular wages, loan repayments). Previous FRRR grant recipients who have not completed final reporting requirements. Overseas travel and overseas projects. Projects that benefit a single individual rather than a community. Projects that support private / commercial business (NB social enterprise / local

economic development is eligible). Federal, State and Local Government core business and areas of responsibility. The encouragement or advancement of sport, recreation and social activities is not

considered a charitable activity by the Australian Taxation Office. Applications from sporting organisations need to clearly demonstrate benefit to the wider community.

If your project involves working directly with children / youth under 18 years, your organisation must have policies and procedures around working with children, Working with Children Checks, and the handling of child abuse complaints, or the project may not be funded. See the Community Group Resources section on our website www.frrr.org.au for further information

Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Email, Mail Website: http://www.frrr.org.au/grants/small-grants-for-rural-communities-round30 Guidelines: http://www.frrr.org.au/resources/SGR30_Guidelines_FINAL.pdf Application: http://www.frrr.org.au/resources/SGR30_Application_Form_FINAL.doc Contact Details Foundation for Regional and Rural Renewal

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Address: PO Box 41 BENDIGO 3552 VIC Phone: 1800 170 020 Email: [email protected]

Business Partnerships Platform Funding Providers Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) Location Aus Funding Type Grant G07334 Primary Category Business & Industry Development Eligible to Businesses Funding Total pool: undisclosed Round Closes 07-Oct-2016 5PM Last Round Closed 18-Dec-2015 Purpose The Business Partnerships Platform has been established to enable businesses to partner with DFAT on investments that deliver a combined social and financial return on investment. The platform will enable DFAT to increase the number of its private sector partners, leveraging the experience and ability of business to address intractable development challenges. Overview The platform will assist businesses to invest in projects in developing countries with a social and commercial return by enabling them to benefit from DFAT’s: Convening, brokering and influencing abilities in partner countries Deep knowledge of the business, political and regulatory environment in the developing

countries where Australia’s aid program operates Support in creating a more attractive business operating environment through our

broader policy reform and governance programs. Business Partnerships that are designed to improve development outcomes for women are particularly encouraged. All applications will be required to demonstrate a consideration of gender issues. Applications that are specifically designed to improve development outcomes for women (e.g. through health, social programs or targeted employment) will be eligible for additional consideration through the Business Partnerships for Gender Equality. Limitations Any business seeking to enhance its social and/or commercial impact in the countries identified below is eligible to apply. Applications are invited from Australian, global and foreign businesses of all sizes. A partnership will only be progressed with organisations that are able to satisfy the requirements of DFAT’s Baseline Due Diligence Process. These requirements include: registration with a business or other recognized registration/accreditation body;\

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established financial history; not listed on the World Bank, ADB, Attorney General or other sanction lists; and

other background or reputational checks Proposals must demonstrate that the proposed activities will achieve impact in the sectors identified for the relevant country. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: http://dfat.gov.au/aid/who-we-work-with/private-sector-partnerships/opportunities/Pages/business-partnerships-platform.aspx Guidelines: http://dfat.gov.au/aid/who-we-work-with/private-sector-partnerships/bpp/Documents/bpp-guidelines-rd2.pdf

Apply Using SmartyGrants: https://bpp.smartygrants.com.au/BPPR2 Contact Details Phone: 07 3025 8581 Email: [email protected]

The Myer Innovation Fellowships

Funding Providers The Sidney Myer Fund The Myer Foundation Location Aus Funding Type Scholarship S04905 Primary Category Environment & Sustainability Eligible to Individuals Funding Amount: $0 to $100,000 Total pool: undisclosed Round Closes 25-Sep-2016 Last Round Closed 31-Aug-2014 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.

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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.

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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]

Habitat Action Grants Application Small grant – maximum $2,000 (excluding GST) Submissions close 5 pm 30 September 2016 Who can apply? Anyone who is interested in rehabilitating fish habitats in NSW can apply for a Habitat Action Grant from the Recreational Fishing Trusts, including fishing clubs and organisations, educational institutions, councils, community groups, individuals and so on. Joint applications are also encouraged. What types of projects are funded? Habitat rehabilitation projects which may be funded include:

rehabilitation of riparian lands (river banks, wetlands, mangrove forests, saltmarsh) removal of exotic vegetation from waterways bank stabilisation works removal or modification of barriers to fish passage re-snagging waterways with timber structure reinstatement of natural flow regimes

If you need some project ideas, check out the NSW DPI website at www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/hag Eligibility and Priority Areas Funding applications must relate to the enhancement of recreational fishing by improving fish habitat. Applications from recreational fishers or which demonstrate the support of local recreational fishers will be given preference. Applications should:

be technically sound and utilise best practice methods show consultation has occurred with NSW DPI Fisheries where appropriate (see

table below),

have matching funds on a dollar-for-dollar basis (cash and/or in-kind support by the

applicant or project partners)

A checklist to assist applicants forms part of the application form and must be completed.

Projects that would not receive favourable consideration, or would be considered a low

priority include:

Commercial ventures or materials developed for a primarily commercial purpose

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Construction of fishing related infrastructure (applicants should seek funding from the

general NSW Recreational Fishing Trust funding or the NSW Boating Now program)

Construction of general amenities such as picnic tables, footpaths, toilet blocks,

BBQs, and other picnic area enhancements

Ongoing maintenance of a project site. The maintenance of a project site, post

Habitat Action Grant activities, should be considered as part of the project proposal

and can be included within the in-kind support from the applicant or project partners.

Who decides how the Habitat Action Grant funds are spent? The Minister for Primary Industries receives advice on Habitat Action Grant expenditure from the Advisory Council on Recreational Fishing. Sub-committees of the Advisory Council make recommendations to the Advisory Council based on recommendations determined by a Habitat Action Grant Technical Assessment Panel. This Technical Panel consist of members from a range of backgrounds, but who have expertise in aquatic habitat rehabilitation. Who can assist you? For assistance in completing your application and to ensure applications are consistent with priorities for funding, contact: Scott Nichols, Fisheries Manager – Coastal, 02 6626 1396, [email protected] Kylie Russell, Regional Manager – Coastal, 02 4916 3817, [email protected] Or your local Fisheries Manager:

Regions Staff Contact Email Phone Border Rivers Gwydir & Namoi

Milly Hobson David Ward

[email protected] [email protected]

(02) 6763 1206 (02) 6763 1255

Central West, Lachlan & West NSW

Rodney Price Matt Miles

[email protected] [email protected]

(02) 6881 1216 (02) 6881 1210

Upper Murray, Riverina & Murrumbidgee

Luke Pearce Nathan Reynoldson

[email protected] [email protected]

0428 227 464 (02) 6042 4208

Lower Murray Iain Ellis [email protected] (03) 5051 6217

North & Mid North Coasts

Scott Nichols Simon Walsh

[email protected] [email protected]

(02) 6626 1396 (02) 6626 1256

Hunter & Hawkesbury-Nepean

Kylie Russell [email protected] (02) 4916 3817

South Coast & Southern tablelands

Jillian Reynolds [email protected] (02) 4428 3406

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How to apply Applications can be made by completing the attached Habitat Action Grants application form and submitting it by 5 pm Friday 30 September 2016 via: Email: [email protected] (preferred) Mail: Habitat Action Grants Administrator NSW DPI 1243 Bruxner Highway Wollongbar, NSW 2477 Successful applicants will be required to:

enter into a Habitat Action Grant Funding Agreement

obtain relevant permits, where relevant, prior to any on-ground works commencing

submit written reports on completed milestones (template provided) and invoices as a condition of receiving funding instalments

submit a final report (template provided) within 60 days of completing the project

acknowledge the Recreational Fishing Trusts in project publications and signage.

Restoration and Rehabilitation grants The NSW Environmental Trust is now inviting applications to the 2016/17 round of its Restoration and Rehabilitation Grants Program. A total of $4 million is available to the following organisations for projects working to protect, conserve and restore our natural environment:

$2 million for projects by community organisations

$2 million for projects by government entities Grants of between $5,000 and $100,000 are available. Applications close 3pm Monday 26 September 2016. Application materials Guidelines, application forms and a range of resources are available on the Trust's website: www.environment.nsw.gov.au/grants/restoration.htm. Questions? Contact the Trust Administration on (02) 8837 6093 or email [email protected] To find out about other grants programs delivered by the Environmental Trust, please visit the Trust website: www.environmentaltrust.nsw.gov.au. NSW Environmental Trust PO Box 644, Parramatta NSW 2124 (Level 4, 10 Valentine Avenue, Parramatta NSW 2150) Phone 02 8837 6093 Fax 02 9895 6548 [email protected] www.environmentaltrust.nsw.gov.au

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Liveable Communities Grants Program Funding Providers Department of Family & Community Services (NSW) Location NSW Funding Type Grant G07045 Primary Category Community Services & Development Eligible to Local Governments Businesses Not-for-Profits Individuals Funding Amount: $0 to $100,000 Total pool: undisclosed Round Closes 30-Sep-2016 2pm Last Round Closed 12-Nov-2015 Purpose The NSW Government created the Liveable Communities Grants program to capture the energy of Australian innovators and focus it on defining what it will mean to age well in the 21st century. Overview The Liveable Communities Grants program offers $4 million in funding over four years for projects that improve the lives of older people living in NSW. The program will support a range of ideas for new and improved programs, platforms and ventures that will help older people to live, learn, care, share, contribute and connect. Liveable communities enable all people, regardless of age or ability, to lead active, independent, healthy lives and access their community freely and safely. The 2016-17 grants focuses on projects that benefit people in later life. Older people are commonly defined as people over the age of 65 and Aboriginal people aged over 50. However, the experience of ageing can start much earlier and many projects and initiatives seek to benefit people in their 50’s and 60’s as they start planning for later life. It is anticipated that some projects may also benefit people with disability and carers. FACS is looking for projects that: are innovative. Broadly, an innovative idea is a novel solution or idea that solves a

problem or delivers effective, efficient and sustainable local outcomes. Innovative ideas often require people to think outside the box and find a solution to an old problem in a new way

have the potential to be sustainable and not rely on ongoing government funding are designed for replication. FACS encourages applicants to demonstrate that their

proposed project includes private partnerships and/or co-contributions beyond government funding.

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The grants program will fund projects according to stages of development. There are three categories of grant funding available: Explore & scope -Up to $30,000 Projects that are at an early stage and organisations are

looking to explore and develop a project. Test and grow - Up to $60,000 Projects that have been scoped and investigated and are

ready to be tested or projects that have been tested and are showing positive outcomes and seek testing/piloting on a larger scale.

Replication & Sustainability - Up to $100,000 Projects that have been tested and shown strong outcomes for older people, have demonstrated ongoing viability and are looking to be taken to the next level of impact.

Grant funding can only be used for expenses directly related to the delivery of your project. You are required to clearly outline your proposed expenditure in your application and demonstrate how your project will demonstrate value for money. Limitations We encourage anyone in NSW with an innovative idea to submit an application for grant funding. The grants program is open to a wide range of groups including: non-government organisations, academics, entrepreneurs, small businesses and local councils. Applicants are able to able to submit multiple applications for grant funding and are able to submit an application as a partnership. For individuals to be eligible to apply, they must be sponsored by one of the following: a not-for-profit organisation, a public company limited by guarantee, an academic institution or a local government authority based in NSW. Grants cannot be used for the following: Business as usual costs, general operating/administrative expenses or levies One-off capital, equipment or infrastructure. For example, we will not solely fund the

construction or fitout of a building, house or community space (centre, garden, park, outdoor gym) or the purchase of vehicles or equipment such as computers/iPads

Research projects where the sole objectives are research outcomes with no direct tangible benefits to the target group

Initiatives that you were previously or currently funded for, or projects that are merely seeking funding to extend to other locations. If you are presently delivering a funded project you must demonstrate in your application that your project is addressing sustainability and includes further innovation to the existing project. Funding is not available to replicate a project that has already been undertaken

Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: http://www.ageing.nsw.gov.au/about_us/news/liveable-communities-grants-program Guidelines: http://www.ageing.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/file/0010/379585/Liveable-Communities-Grants-2016-17-Guidelines.pdf

Apply Using SmartyGrants: https://nswcommunities.smartygrants.com.au/LiveableCommunitiesGrants2016-17 Contact Details Phone: 02 8753 9418 Email: [email protected]

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Habitat Action - Large Grants Funding Providers Department of Primary Industries (NSW) Location NSW Funding Type Grant G05455 Primary Category Environment & Sustainability Eligible to Local Governments Not-for-Profits Individuals Funding Amount: $0 to $40,000 Round Closes 30-Sep-2016 5PM Last Round Closed 16-Oct-2015 Purpose Grants have been made available to recreational anglers, community groups, individuals and local Councils for projects to improve fish habitat and enhance recreational fishing opportunities across the State. Overview Habitat rehabilitation projects which may be funded include: rehabilitation of riparian lands (river banks, wetlands, mangrove forests, saltmarsh) removal of exotic vegetation from waterways bank stabilisation works removal or modification of barriers to fish passage re-snagging waterways with timber structure reinstatement of natural flow regimes Applications should: be technically sound and utilise best practice methods show consultation has occurred with NSW DPI Fisheries where appropriate (see table

below) have matching funds on a dollar-for-dollar basis (cash and/or in-kind support by the

applicant or project partners)

Limitations Anyone who is interested in rehabilitating fish habitats in NSW can apply for a Habitat Action Grant from the Recreational Fishing Trusts, including fishing clubs and organisations, educational institutions, councils, community groups, individuals and so on. Joint applications are also encouraged. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Email, Mail Website: http://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries/habitat/rehabilitating/ahr-grants-program

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Application: http://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/572730/habitat-action-grants-application-large-grant.pdf Contact Details Address: Fish Habitat Action Grant Administrator NSW DPI, 1243 Bruxner Highway

Wollongbar 2477 NSW Phone: (02) 6626 1277 Email: [email protected]

Grants to End Homelessness Funding Providers Mercy Foundation Location Aus Funding Type Grant G01665 Primary Category Community Services & Development Eligible to Businesses Not-for-Profits Funding Amount: $0 to $50,000 Total pool: undisclosed Round Closes 14-Oct-2016 Last Round Closed 26-Oct-2015 Purpose The Mercy Foundation Grants to End Homelessness are available for seeding initiatives, services, projects, advocacy and research that will contribute to the goal of ending homelessness by supporting housing first and permanent supportive housing solutions. Overview Projects that focus on chronic homelessness and women who experience chronic homelessness are currently priority areas for funding. These will generally be larger grants (up to $50,000 for any one year) with grants likely to be averaging $20,000 - $30,000. Chronic homelessness is defined as an episode of homelessness lasting 6 months or longer or multiple episodes of homelessness over a 12 month period or more. People who experience chronic homelessness are likely to have 'complex needs', which usually means that they have one or more of the following: developmental disability traumatic brain injury serious physical health problems history of abuse or trauma mental illness mental disorder

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psychiatric disability addictions. Applicants must be able to specify measurable outcomes from the initiative. Those outcomes will need to show that the project has contributed to ending chronic homelessness or contributed substantially to increasing knowledge about the pathways into and out of homelessness – thereby increasing our understanding of how to prevent and how to end homelessness. All applications will need to outline their evaluation strategy and make clear how such outcomes will be measured. Applicants must be a legal entity, such as an incorporated association or company. If not, the applicant will need to be auspiced by an appropriate organisation. Unfortunately at this time, the Mercy Foundation is unable to fund services or projects which require recurrent or indefinite funding. However, depending on the project and its assessed contribution to meeting the objectives of these grants, the Mercy Foundation could choose to fund a project again the following year (subject to a further application). This can only happen in very special circumstances and should not be expected, but if a solid case is made then it might be considered. Grants over $5000 will generally receive 25% at the start, 50% following a satisfactory progress report and 25% at the completion of the project. The Foundation takes a commonsense approach to the release of funds. Organisations may negotiate to have their funding released in different proportions over the course of the contract if it is shown that the above funding component release would adversely affect their capacity to undertake or complete the project. Where possible, initiatives funded through the ‘Mercy Foundation Grants to End Homelessness’ will be visited at least once during their grant period. Limitations The criteria for the Mercy Foundation Grants to End Homelessness are: 1. They are available for seeding initiatives, services, projects, advocacy and research that

will contribute to the goal of ending homelessness by supporting housing first and permanent supportive housing solutions.

2. Priority is given to applications that focus on ending chronic homelessness particularly women who are experiencing chronic homelessness

3. Projects that initiate and collaborate through strategic partnerships among funders, policymakers, business leaders, government, housing and service providers are well regarded.

4. There must be measurable outcomes for the initiative. 5. Outcomes need to include that the project has contributed to ending chronic

homelessness or contributed substantially to increasing knowledge about pathways into and out of ending homelessness (thereby increasing our understanding of how to intervene early and end homelessness).

6. Applications need to outline their evaluation strategy and make it clear how outcomes will be measured.

7. Applicants must be a legal entity (incorporated association or company) or be auspiced by an appropriate organisation.

8. Recurrent funding will not be offered. 9. The Mercy Foundation prioritises projects that require seed funding and have potential

to help build capacity and to create structural change. 10. The committee must be satisfied that the applicant organisation has the competency

and capacity to implement the project.

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Ineligibility: The Mercy Foundation does not fund: The core operating costs of an existing organisation Vehicles Individuals General fundraising appeals Food parcels, crisis or emergency responses to homelessness Deficit funding Projects that will rely on recurrent funding from the Mercy Foundation. Other philanthropic foundations Projects that do not meet the identified criteria and priority goals of the Mercy

Foundation. Financial support of overseas projects by the Mercy Foundation is not possible due to its

Deductible Gift Recipient status within taxation law The Mercy Foundation will only accept one application per organisation in any given year.

Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Email, Mail Website: http://www.mercyfoundation.com.au/grants/index.cfm?loadref=19 Guidelines: http://www.mercyfoundation.com.au/_uploads/_ckpg/files/Grants%20to%20End%20Homelessness%20Criteria%202016.pdf Application: http://www.mercyfoundation.com.au/_uploads/_ckpg/files/EOI%20form%202016.doc Contact Details Address: The Chief Executive Officer The Mercy Foundation Ltd 40 Rocklands Road

WOLLSTONECRAFT 2065 NSW Phone: 02 9911 7390 Email: [email protected]

Community Education Program Grants Funding Providers Ansvar insurance Location Aus Funding Type Grant G05915 Primary Category Community Services & Development Eligible to Not-for-Profits Limitations DGR Status is required Funding Amount: $0 to $50,000 Total pool: undisclosed Round

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Closes 14-Oct-2016 5PM Last Round Closed 04-Sep-2015 Purpose Ansvar’s Community Education Program provides a range of grants each year to organisations supporting Australian youth through programs under two categories – Empowerment and Education, and Outreach and Support. Overview Ansvar supports sustainable programs for Australians under the age of 25, promoting ongoing education and skills making a significant difference to the lives of participants. Ansvar Insurance supports programs for Australians under the age of 25 which fall into two categories: 1. Empowerment and Education Programs which provide opportunities to develop

positive values that lead to healthy lifestyle choices and a positive contribution to our community.

2. Outreach and Support Programs that support youths who are at risk or are already experiencing difficulties (such as drug and/ or alcohol abuse) through rehabilitation and/or skills training

Ansvar Insurance will consider grant applications up to $50,000. The grant will be a one-off cash grant for the program specified and is not intended as a recurring funding source Limitations For a grant application to be considered it must meet all of the below listed criteria: program must target Australian youth under the age of 25 and fit into one of the two

above listed grant categories, program must be intended to be sustainable beyond receiving a grant from Ansvar

Insurance, applicant must be a not-for-profit organisation with DGR status, grant request must not exceed $50,000, and grant request must be for the purpose of funding a specific program. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: https://www.ansvar.com.au/about-us/community-investment/ Guidelines: https://www.ansvar.com.au/media/26475/anscepb-cep-brochure.pdf Application: http://cep.ansvar.com.au/ Contact Details Address: Ansvar Insurance 2016 Community Education Program Grants GPO Box 1655

MELBOURNE 3001 VIC Phone: 1300 650 540 Email: [email protected]

Aurizon Community Giving Fund Funding Providers Aurizon Location NSW,QLD,VIC,WA Funding Type

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Grant G05729 Primary Category Community Services & Development Eligible to Not-for-Profits Limitations DGR Status is required Funding Amount: $1,000 to $20,000 Total pool: undisclosed Round Closes 21-Oct-2016 Last Round Closed 13-May-2016 Purpose Aurizon, working in conjunction with Good2Give, has established the Aurizon Community Giving Fund program to provide cash grants to charitable projects aimed at improving health and wellbeing, community safety, the environment and education in the local communities in which Aurizon operates and our employees reside. Overview The Aurizon Community Giving Fund is focused on the broad areas of health and wellbeing, community safety, the environment and education. All applications for an Aurizon Community Giving Fund grant must fit within at least one of these funding categories to be eligible for consideration. These funding categories are defined as follows: Health & Wellbeing - We seek to support initiatives that improve a community's health

and wellbeing, such as cardiovascular health related projects e.g getting active/physical activity or healthy lifestyle programs, and mental health support.

Community Safety - We seek to support initiatives that increase safety and security in our local communities, such as projects related to emergency response, crime prevention, natural disaster prevention and minimise measures, accident prevention and road safety.

The Environment - We seek to support initiatives that promote environmental enhancement in our communities, and in particular, initiatives that are focused on improving biodiversity of natural habitats, community conservation and environmental education (for examples land rehabilitation and revegetation programs, clean-up and education days and local conservation projects.)

Education - We seek to provide support in areas such as literacy and numeracy, life education, apprenticeships and traineeships, and in particular, increasing and retaining skills in regional areas

Aurizon Community Giving Fund grants will only be available for charitable projects that affect the immediate areas in which Aurizon operates, including: North Queensland Central Queensland South East Queensland Hunter Valley/Newcastle Melbourne

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WA, Perth WA, Geraldton WA, Kalgoorlie WA, Esperance Aurizon Community Giving Fund grants will be based on a minimum of AUD$1,000 and a maximum of AUD$20,000 per grant. Please note that the final grant amount awarded to a successful applicant may vary from the amount originally requested in its application. Priority Preference will be given to applications for charitable projects that: are submitted via the online application process with an eligible and fully completed

Aurizon Community Giving Fund application form; produce positive social outcomes within at least one of the nominated funding

categories and in the geographic locations in which Aurizon operates; and are well defined and include a clear community need, objectives, budget, project

outcomes and evaluation proposal. Limitations The organisation applying for an Aurizon Community Giving Fund grant must be incorporated in Australia and be endorsed by the Australian Tax Office (ATO) as a Deductible Gift Recipient Item 1. All successful applicants will be required to supply their ABN so that a check of its DGR status can be carried out. Aurizon Community Giving Fund grants will not be awarded to or for: individuals; political parties; government entities; commercial sponsorships; religious groups (except for projects that support a non-religious purpose); retrospective requests; debt retirement, budget deficits, endowments or bequest programs; or general fundraising appeals. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: http://www.aurizon.com.au/Sustainability-site/Pages/Community%20Giving%20Fund.aspx Guidelines: http://www.aurizon.com.au/~/media/aurizon/files/sustainability/community%20giving%20fund-1/criteria%20guidelines%20terms%20and%20conditions.ashx Application: https://aurizon.good2givegrants.org/ Contact Details Address: GPO Box 456 BRISBANE 4001 QLD Phone: 13 23 32 Email: [email protected]

Create Career Fund Funding Providers Copyright Agency Limited (CAL) Location

Grants Available in September 2016

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Aus Funding Type Grant G07231 Primary Category Arts & Culture Eligible to Individuals Funding Amount: $0 to $20,000 Total pool: $50,000 Round Closes 11-Nov-2016 5PM Last Round Closed 10-Jun-2016 Purpose The Create Career Fund supports individual mid-to-late career artists and authors by providing grants to support time to write and create. Overview Applicants are able to apply for grants of $10,000, $15,000 or $20,000. Two rounds are held each year with $50,000 available for each round. Applicants must be able to provide a clear outline of their creative project along with the following information. Authors will need to Provide evidence that they have commenced work Provide a sample of their work and an overview or synopsis An estimated publication date A list of previous publications of at least 5 to 6 works A letter of endorsement from a publisher or editor Artists will need to Provide a sample of their work A list of previous solo and significant curated exhibitions An estimated date of your next exhibition A letter of endorsement from a gallerist Provide evidence that you have commenced work on your project Limitations Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents. Applications / Guidelines Application methods: Online Website: http://copyright.com.au/culturalfund/career-fund/create-career-fund-guidelines/

Apply Using SmartyGrants: https://copyrightagency.smartygrants.com.au/CREATECareerFundNovember2016 Contact Details Phone: 02 9394 7600 Email: [email protected]