Grants of between $1,000 and $5,000 are available to eligible not-for-profit community organisations to support a range of volunteer activities. 

This funding can be used to:

• Purchase eligible small equipment items for use by volunteers
• Contribute to volunteers’ fuel costs
• Contribute to transport costs for volunteers with disability who are unable to drive
• Assist with the costs of training courses for volunteers
• Undertake background screening checks for volunteers
• Assist with changes to make volunteering safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

In order to receive funding, grants must be used for activities that:

• Help community organisations to support the efforts of Australia’s volunteers
• Help community organisations to support the inclusion of vulnerable people through volunteering
• Encourage, support and increase participation in volunteering

To receive a grant, at least 40% of an organisation’s staff must be volunteers.

For more information about eligibility and grant criteria, please contact the office or visit www.communitygrants.gov.au.

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