Student Experience Network

GRANT-AUS - National Pies for Local Legends
2025-09-30, 2025-08-31, 2025-07-31
Supports local sporting clubs, community groups or not-for-profit organisations.

For 80+ years, Australians have been enjoying National Pies – at pie nights, at social clubs, and at footy matches big and small. To say thanks for your support, a grants program has been launched: National Pies for Local Legends.
Any registered Australian community group, sporting club or not-for-profit organisation can apply. A grant of $1,000 will be awarded each month, beginning in March 2024. A major grant of $10,000 will also be awarded at the end of each 12 month period (end of February).
Whether you need new boots for your footy club, art supplies for your painting group, a special trip funded, or something else entirely – tell us how National Pies can help!
For this current grant period, the $10,000 grant will be selected from all grant applications received from 12:00am on 1 February, 2025 through to 11:59 on 31 March, 2026.

Webinar - Social Media and the Law
2025-09-25 12:30 - 14:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Online
About this event
Social media is a powerful tool for not-for-profits. It helps us reach more people, spark conversations, build connections, and raise awareness. But with all those benefits come some legal risks, and if we don’t manage them well, they can cause problems for both the organisation and the people involved
In our popular social media and the law webinar, we’ll step you through some key legal risks for not-for-profit organisations that engage with social media, as well as our top tips for managing these risks.

It’ll cover:

Social media and its key legal risks, including:

Defamation
Australian Consumer Law
Confidentiality and privacy
Intellectual property

A framework for monitoring and responding to social media posts
Top tips for managing key risks, including the importance of a social media policy

You’ll receive:

75 minutes of plain-language training from a lawyer
Copy of webinar recording (accessible for 3 months) and slide handout
Information on further resources and support

Who should attend:
Anyone involved in the use of social media in their not-for-profit organisation.

WEBINAR - Strengthening Your Club's Constitution
2025-09-18 12:00 - 13:00
When did you last check if your constitution was up to date, tailored for your club and compliant with legislation?
Every club is different and therefore each constitution should reflect the individuality of each organisation. All clubs change over time and updating your constitution is an ideal opportunity to ensure that the document reflects your current operations and ensure it aligns with your state’s incorporation legislation.
Register now for CPR Group’s free webinar where we’ll discuss the main considerations when it comes to reviewing your constitution and the benefits of doing so!

GRANT-NAT World Mental Health Day Community Fund
2025-09-17
Supports communities to start or expand projects that positively impact mental health and well-being.

How it works:
1. If you apply with a proven idea…
– Access funding and guidance to start proven ideas, designed by a community of social innovators
– Choose an idea from the list (Mental Health Community Connect, Sidewalk Talk, OpenSeat Mindful Meals), and apply to create your project page
– Complete a 30 Day Challenge to unlock funding
– Receive the first portion of funding and use it to make your project happen!
– Share the impact of your project to unlock the final portion of funding.
Funding is allocated to those who successfully complete the challenge on a first-come, first-served basis.
2. If you apply with your own project…
– Apply by 17 September, 2025 (AWST).
– Wait for your application to be reviewed. You’ll know if it was successful by 29 October, 2025 (AWST)
– If successful, complete some simple steps within 30 days before starting your project
– Receive the first portion of funding and use it to make your project happen!
– Share your project’s impact to unlock the final portion of funding.
Organisations must be legally registered in the country where they operate, they often include non-profits, schools, libraries, and other legally registered community groups.
Eligibility criteria
– Projects must address the theme of mental health
– Projects should aim to start around October 10, 2025 to celebrate World Mental Health Day
– Projects must take place in Australia
– Applicants must be at least 18 years old or have the permission of a guardian to apply for funding.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

WEBINAR - Personal Data Protection - Safeguarding Privacy in the Digital Age
2025-09-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
In an increasingly data-driven world, protecting personal information is more critical than ever. Join the PwC Cyber and Privacy team for a one-hour webinar designed to help not-for-profits (NFPs) understand and implement effective personal data protection strategies.
This session will explore the legal, technical, and cultural aspects of privacy, offering practical guidance on how to manage data responsibly, respond to breaches, and build a privacy-aware organisation. Whether you’re just starting your privacy journey or looking to strengthen existing practices, this webinar will provide actionable insights tailored to the NFP sector.
Agenda / What you’ll learn:

Key privacy regulations and what they mean for your organisation
How to conduct a Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA)
Practical steps to develop and implement data protection policies
Strategies for training staff and volunteers on privacy best practices
Tools and technologies to enhance data privacy

This webinar covers topics including:

How to conduct a Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA)
Learn strategies for training staff and volunteers on privacy best practices
Understand practical steps to develop and implement data protection policies

Webinar - Understanding your Not-for-profit's Constitution
2025-09-11 12:30 - 14:00 | Online
About this event
The constitution (or rules) of a not-for-profit organisation sets out the roadmap for how it will operate. Adhering to this governing document isn’t merely good practice – it’s a legal requirement for both the organisation and its members. Still, getting familiar with a constitution can feel overwhelming at first.
In this webinar, we’ll guide you through the essential components of a not-for-profit’s constitution. Through examples and case studies, we’ll equip you with the understanding and confidence needed to navigate and apply your constitution effectively. We’ll also explore why this governing document is vital to your organisation’s success and how using it properly can foster trust among members – ensuring your not-for-profit remains not just compliant, but efficient and well-managed.

We’ll cover:

What is the legal status of the constitution?
What are the key topics addressed in a not-for-profit’s constitution?
Practical tips for understanding and changing your constitution

You’ll receive:

75 minutes of plain-language training from a lawyer
Copy of webinar recording (accessible for 3 months) and slide handout
Information on further resources and support

Who should attend:
Anyone involved in a not-for-profit organisation who wants to learn more about their constitution or who is thinking about creating or changing a constitution.

WEBINAR - AI Mythbuster Conversations
2025-09-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful tool, but myths and misconceptions can cloud our understanding and acceptance of it.
This 45-minute conversation invites participants to bring their questions, thoughts, and experiences about AI to the table. Together, we will uncover common myths, challenge preconceptions, and exchange ideas in a supportive, open environment.
Whether you’re sceptical or curious, this session aims to encourage conversation rather than avoidance, helping us all think more critically and constructively about AI’s role in our lives and work.
This webinar covers topics including:

Identify common myths and misconceptions surrounding AI.
Share personal thoughts, concerns, and experiences with AI in an open forum.
Explore alternative perspectives on AI’s role and potential impacts in various contexts.
Reflect on how dialogue can help address uncertainties and biases about AI.

GRANT-AUS Community Grants Program
2025-09-01
Supports community, education and research projects that create positive value and a better digital future for Australians.

The Community Grant Program aims to enhance the utility of the internet for the benefit of the Australian community.
It delivers an annual grant round open to not-for-profit organisations and research institutions for community projects, education and research activities that unlock positive economic and social value for Australians through the internet.
The program supports digital innovation and digital inclusion, with an emphasis on projects which provide benefit to one or more of the following five groups:
– Rural, regional and remote Australians
– Australians living with disability
– Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
– Older Australians (65 years +)
– Young Australians (12-24 years).
The grants delivered through the Community Grant Program are funded by the auDA Foundation.
Total funds to be distributed as grants under the Community Grant Program for the 2025 grant round are $750,000 AUD. 15 Grantees will receive $50,000 each.
Eligible applicants
– Not-for-profit organisations and research institutions, including universities, that are registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission (ACNC) are eligible to apply. Applicants must be up to date with their reporting to the ACNC and have a publicly available annual report
– All entities/organisations must be registered in Australia under a Commonwealth, State or Territory law, such as a company, partnership or incorporated association
– Each organisation may submit one application. An application from a university must be signed off by the Advancement/Giving team.
Grantee Contribution:
– A committed in-kind or financial contribution to the Project budget of at least 10 per cent of the total project cost provided by the Grantee organisation without
reliance on financial contributions or gifts of value from any third party, including other project partners.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

GRANT-AUS IGA Community Chest
2025-08-31
Raises funds to support local communities, charities and other worthwhile causes. It could be in response to a major event like floods or bush fires or something as simple as new soccer balls for the local under 8’s.

IGA Community Chest and associated programs have raised over $86 million for local community groups, not-for-profit organisations, charities and other worthy causes. This money has assisted over 7,000 worthwhile causes.
The money is raised in a number of ways but predominately through the purchase of products with an IGA Community Chest logo on the label or ticket. Also through purchasing any Community Co product you can help your local IGA grow its Community Chest fund.
When you purchase a product with the IGA Community Chest logo printed on the label a percentage is credited to that store’s IGA Community Chest account. During IGA Community Chest catalogue promotion weeks, all products in the catalogue bearing the special IGA Community Chest logo contribute to the ‘Chest’. Throughout the year, extra fundraising activities are conducted by stores and regions.
IGA Community Chest beneficiary cheques are distributed throughout the year in most states.
Because IGA stores are independently owned, each store will choose the local causes that they would like to support. Please find your local IGA and approach them directly.
IGA uses a three-tier selection system:
– Local causes are chosen by individual store owners
– Regional causes are selected by clusters of stores or regional management
– State-level initiatives are determined in consultation with State IGA executives or boards.
Prepare a pitch and it may include:
– An overview of your organisation and/or the individual that you’d like supported
– What support are you looking for – monies, donations of goods, providing team jumpers, holding regular fundraising at the store, group registrations at the store, etc
– How the donation will be used and your timing. Is there anything you can offer in return to IGA?
– Don’t forget to include your contact details.
Typical grants include support for:
– Local sports clubs (e.g. soccer jerseys, equipment)
– Schools (e.g. musical instruments or facility upgrades)
– Emergency responses (e.g. flood relief)
– Community services (e.g. men’s sheds, RFS brigades).
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

Webinar - Student perspectives on AI in higher education
2025-08-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Student perspectives on AI in higher education

While much of the debate about AI in higher education continues to focus on institutional policies and concerns for academic integrity, less attention has been paid to the stories of students themselves. What motivates students to use or avoid GenAI? How do they weigh risks and benefits? What tensions do they grapple with as they integrate these technologies into their studies?

Facilitated by CRADLE’s Dr Jack Walton, this panel will feature researchers from the “AI in Higher Education” project: a large multi-institutional collaboration established in 2024 with the aim of foregrounding the student voice on AI. Reflecting on the work of the project to date, the panel will discuss what has been learned so far about students’ perspectives and practices for studying in a world where AI has become commonplace. The panel will discuss key findings emerging from the project to consider implications for higher education learning and teaching, and directions that research and practice need to take next.
The first webinar in CRADLE’s New Directions in AI Research and Practice series.

New Directions in AI Research and Practice

As generative artificial intelligence continues to transform higher education, the research landscape has begun to transition from speculative perspectives toward deeper empirical and theoretical insights. This webinar series brings together leading researchers to discuss what is being learned about AI’s impact on teaching, learning, and assessment, and to chart pathways forward in both research and practice.
The panels in this series will speak to three critical facets of higher education in a time of AI: how students are working with AI, changing assessment design practices, and assessment security.
We hope that you can join us for this series of rich and timely discussions.

Webinar - Project Management for Community Organisations
2025-08-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Online
Community boards often receive funding for specific one-off projects that are within scope of their strategic objectives but may not fall under the annual operational plan or budget. Boards may also develop projects to investigate an area of concern or solve a problem in the organisation. In these situations, it’s important for organisations to be able to understand the roles of the board and of management in ensuring the project is managed appropriately in terms of inputs, outcomes and compliance.
Project management is different from day-to-day operations because projects involve multiple stakeholders, are temporary, and have measurable outcomes.

This session will cover:

The role of the board in project management

Strategic planning
Strategic alignment
Risk analysis
Budget
Monitoring
Impact evaluation
Compliance

The role of management in project management

Day-to-day management
Risk management
Delivery
Reporting

Understanding Not-for-profit Finances
2025-08-28 12:30 - 14:00 | Online
About this event
Understanding financial reporting is key to good decision-making and complying with your overarching legal duties as a board member or officer of a not-for-profit.
In this practical webinar, we are delighted to be joined once again by Kathy Tung from Accounting for Good, who will break down the ‘accountancy speak’, provide clarity, and empower you to understand your not-for-profit’s financial reports.

Accounting for Good will cover:

Directors’ financial responsibilities
Recent updates to financial reporting and disclosure requirements
An overview of cash vs accrual accounting
Top tips for reading financial reports, including profit & loss reports, balance sheets & cash flow statements
The importance of internal controls, checks and balances

You’ll receive:

75 minutes of plain-language training from a Chartered Accountant
Copy of webinar recording (accessible for 3 months) and slide handout
Information on further resources and support

Who should attend:
Board members of not-for-profit organisations, and staff with responsibility for financial reporting, budgets and compliance.

GRANT-NAT Student Scholarships
2025-08-27
Offers a wide range of scholarships for public school students (primary, secondary and tertiary).

All scholarship applications for 2026 will be open from Monday, 2 June 2025 and close at 5:00pm on:
– Primary: Friday, 26 September 2025
– Secondary: Friday, 19 September 2025
– Tertiary: Wednesday, 27 August 2025.
Please refer to the funding provider’s website for details regarding each scholarship.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

GRANT-NAT Youth Action and Wellbeing Grants
2025-08-25
Offers grants to groups led by young people (under 30) across the country working to create positive systemic change.

FYA back young people to make the change they want to see in the world. These grants aim to support under-resourced youth-led groups and grassroots campaigns with lived experience of injustice, by providing the resources they need to make a positive difference and helping them take care of themselves and their communities.
FYA is offering two types of grants:
– Youth Action Grants: $5,000 to $15,000 to fund actions that create systemic change (up to $75,000 in total). Grants are for youth-led groups seeking funds to advance tangible campaign goals or develop campaigns
– Wellbeing Grants: $2,000 to $5,000 to support the wellbeing of youth-led groups to keep up the fight sustainably (up to $25,000 in total). Grants are for youth-led groups seeking funds to develop wellbeing initiatives that aim to build resilience, strengthen connections and address burnout as they campaign for change.
FYA will back up the grants with wraparound support from FYA’s Youth Action Team. Youth-led groups who receive grants will be part of a program which includes:
– Coaching and training in a number of valuable skills including media, digital and social media, strategy development, team culture and wellbeing, community organising, and intersectionality
– Support to increase monitoring and evaluation skills to build the evidence base of their work, assisting with securing ongoing sustainable funding for long term change.
FYA will prioritise funding for:
– Grassroots campaigns, projects, organisations and movements. By grassroots, we mean campaigns, projects and movements that are based in community and not attached to a large organisation
– Current funding: Campaigns/organisations who don’t currently have much funding or funding opportunities
– Lived experience: Organisations, communities or campaigns that are led by people who have lived experience being disabled or LGBTQI+, of poverty, of racism, of gender discrimination, being in the justice system, state care, mental health system, impacts of climate change and/or housing instability.
FYA are open to funding a wide array of activities, limited only by your imagination and the following criteria:
– The application must be on behalf of a group, organisation or community, not an individual, and based in Australia
– Groups or campaigns must be led by young people under the age of 30 with lived experience of the issues they are campaigning on
– The group or campaign must have a tangible goal or goals, which must be focused on structural change (eg. not awareness raising or training/education, but funding for training as part of a campaign for structural change fits within the criteria)
– Campaign goals must be aligned with FYA’s values.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

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WEBINAR - Optimise & Thrive: Identifying Opportunities for AI in your NFP
2025-08-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Navigating the AI landscape can be challenging for non-profit organisations. This webinar provides a clear, practical framework to help you identify and evaluate AI opportunities that align with your strategic goals. You’ll learn how to apply this framework through real-world case studies, understand the most impactful areas for AI adoption, and develop a solid action plan for implementation. Discover how to leverage AI to optimise processes, enhance services, and maximise your organisation’s mission for greater impact.

This webinar covers topics including:

Understand a structured framework for identifying and evaluating AI opportunities within your NFP organisation.
Identify potential areas across various organisational functions where AI can be strategically leveraged to optimise processes or enhance services.
Prioritise AI initiatives based on feasibility and alignment with their organisation’s strategic objectives.
Develop a clear action plan and next steps for implementing the NFP AI Opportunity Framework within their own context.

WEBINAR - Before the Breach: Building Your Incident Response Plan
2025-08-19 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Cyber attacks can hit anyone — including not-for-profits. Do you know what to look for, who to call, or what to do next? This expert-led webinar offers a clear introduction to incident response, helping you understand the warning signs of a cyber breach and the essential actions to take. You’ll gain practical insights on building a simple response plan and learn how to coordinate effectively during a crisis. Ideal for not-for-profit teams looking to boost their cyber readiness with confidence and clarity.

Key Takeaways:
· Recognise early signs of a cyber incident – Learn how to spot unusual activity and warning signals that may indicate your organisation has been hacked.
· Understand the critical first steps in a cyber incident – Gain clarity on what actions to take immediately to limit damage and protect data.
· Know who to contact and how to get support – Discover the internal and external roles involved in incident response — from IT support to legal and cyber security advisors.
· Start building your Incident Response Plan – Walk away with a clear framework to begin preparing your organisation’s own step-by-step response plan.

This webinar covers topics including:

Identify common indicators of a cyber security breach.
Describe the key steps to take during a cyber incident.
Develop an initial Incident Response Plan tailored to their organisation.

GRANT-NSW Local Sport Grant Program
2025-08-18
Aims to support grassroots sporting clubs to increase participation, host events, improve access and enhance sport and recreation facilities.

The Local Sport Grant Program aims to increase regular and on-going participation opportunities in sport in NSW. Through this Program the Office of Sport is working towards our goals to achieve:
– Sector Growth: Supporting the sector in adapting and growing sport and active recreation at all levels across NSW
– Facilities and Spaces: Enabling an inclusive and accessible network of facilities and places for sport and active recreation
– For all People: Facilitating increased opportunities for inclusion in sport and active recreation so every person in NSW can participate throughout their whole life.
The key objectives of the Program align to the Office of Sport Strategic Plan with the specific objectives to:
– Increase regular and on-going participation in sport
– Increase participation opportunities for unrepresented groups including women and girls, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people with disability, First Nations peoples and LGBTQIA+ people
– Reduce barriers and improve access to participation in sport
– Assist sport clubs to provide quality experiences to their members and meet community needs. Increase financial sustainability and improve facilities of community level sporting clubs.
Funding of $50,000 per electorate will be allocated to all 93 electorates throughout NSW. Applicants must identify their ‘project location’ address to ensure the application is assessed in the correct electorate e.g., your training ground or where your project will take place.
A single organisation may make multiple applications, however the maximum amount of funding that can be awarded to any one organisation is $20,000.
Eligible projects include but are not limited to:
– Projects that contribute to quality sporting experiences
– Improve access to sporting events by reducing barriers to participation
– Create, upgrade or repair sports facilities.
Eligible applicants:
– Incorporated, not-for-profit grassroots sport clubs whose primary focus is to organise sporting activities; deliver ongoing sporting programs; and/or develop member’s skills
– Aligned with a recognised sport listed in Appendix A of the guidelines
– Sports organisations or clubs associated with a school, church or university can apply providing they are a not-for-profit club incorporated in their own right
– Applications from Licenced Sporting Clubs may be considered providing the project directly benefits the sport, not the administration processes of the licenced club or upgrades of the licenced premises.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

WEBINAR - CARE'ing about AI & Ethics
2025-08-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
AI has triggered a metamorphosis in how organisations in every industry operate, and NFPs are no exception. AI presents exciting opportunities to improve donor outreach and enhance service delivery. But it has also introduced a host of new ethical considerations we need to navigate.

Join us for an interactive workshop where we’ll dive into real-life ethical conundrums that NFP professionals have faced when using AI. As a group, you’ll develop your ability to identify issues in ethics like bias, privacy and fairness, using real-world cases in a relatable, down-to-earth format designed to keep things practical, not academic.

You’ll end the webinar with a better understanding of how to navigate the ethical minefield AI can create, and you’ll go back to your organisation with a decision-making framework you can apply and make informed decisions with.

This is a great chance to gain insights into responsible AI use, collaborate with peers and learn how to balance innovation with ethics. Whether you’re already using AI or just curious about its potential, this session is designed for every NFP professional.
This session is designed to involve lots of conversation, so please be prepared to contribute. Seats are limited so don’t miss out! Sign up to ensure your NFP stays ahead of the curve while keeping its values intact.

This webinar covers topics including:

Navigate the ethical maze of AI use in NFPs
Identify ethical red flags when using AI and prevent big problems
Apply a decision-making framework and solve ethical dilemmas with confidence

Webinar - Communicating your values
2025-08-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
Institute of Community Directors have gathered a panel of very rare marketers from some very special organisations.
Each of their brands has risen above the riff raff to attract millions in donations and purchases, drive political change, pause multi-billion industries and set the national agenda. They rattle cages, make change happen and put the occasional person in jail!
How have they done this?
Who is onboard:

Dianne McDonald, founder, Di-Namic Communications
Melanie Reymond, chair, Youth Projects
Kathleen Maltzahn, CEO, Sexual Assault Services Victoria.

They come from different sectors but they all have strong values which they communicate to attract passionate followers.
The discussion will be chaired by Brett de Hoedt, a nonprofit marketer and holder of many opinions. He’s specifically recruited our speakers for a free-flowing conversation looking at:

How they see their brands and position in the marketplace;
Keep a brand alive, fresh and relevant over the years;
Communicating and staying true to those values;
Keeping a profile high among all the competition;
How they understand their audience;
How they secure audience support;
The value in ‘causing trouble’;
The value of creating a unique brand.

Marketing and branding insights from nonprofit marketers who get it. BYP your marketing, communications and media team. This is a valuable session for senior leadership and board members too.
Join with your thoughts, questions and nominations of value-driven organisations.
Note: unforeseen circumstances may necessitate a change of speakers.

Webinar - Mastering Meetings
2025-08-14 12:30 - 14:00 | Online
About this event
It’s time to get ready for AGM season. Is your not-for-profit organised to comply with the legal requirements for giving notice, running your AGM and preparing minutes? Are you confident your organisation is getting the most out of this key opportunity to engage with members?
Join this interactive and practical webinar to get the latest tips and legal guidance as you prepare for your AGM. You’ll leave with a clear plan for how to prepare, run and wrap up an annual general meeting that is both effective and legally compliant.
They’ll cover:

Types of NFP meetings and the key differences between them
The basic legal requirements for each legal structure
Preparing for a general meeting
Legal requirements and key procedures for general meetings
Taking minutes and other meeting follow-up
Top tips and where to find more information

You’ll receive:

75 minutes of plain-language training from a lawyer
Copy of webinar recording (accessible for 3 months) and slide handout
Information on further resources and support

Who should attend:
Staff, board members, general members and volunteers with a role in organising or running meetings for a not-for-profit organisation.

GRANT-NAT Creating Period Pride Competition
2025-08-04 08:00 - 17:00
Aims to end the shame and stigma that surrounds periods.

Share the Dignity is asking young Australians in schools and community groups to create ‘Period Pride Media’ to inspire, entertain and get people talking about periods!
The Creating Period Pride competition encourages Australia’s youth to submit creative, thought-provoking content that aims to remove the shame and stigma associated with having a period.
Share the Dignity believes creative thinking drives discovery and learning. They hope that by approaching the social issues surrounding menstruation with creativity they can create an awareness of stigmas, encourage empathy and ultimately be part of the solution.
This year, your Period Pride entry must fit into one of the following categories: A video/short film, a performed song, an artwork, a major art installation, or a written piece.
What you can win for your school or community group:
– $5k overall winner
– $2k second place
– $1k third place
– $1k category winners.
The first 100 new schools and community groups to register for the 2025 Creating Period Pride competition will be sent a Period Pride toolkit. The Creating Period Pride toolkit includes everything needed to get young people talking about periods and removing the shame and stigma around periods. The pack will get students well on their way to creating media that will change the way we think about periods.
Click here to view full funding guidelines on the provider’s website.

GRANT-VIC - Community Support Initiative (CSI) Grant
2025-07-31
Funds organisations and groups that focus on supporting and strengthening local communities in Melbourne.

First Brick Real Estate’s Customer Support Initiative is dedicated to fostering community growth and development. By supporting this community grant, the program aims to empower local projects that address critical needs, enhance neighbourhood well-being, and stimulate economic opportunities.
FBRE are committed to support any local communities and groups in one of the below categories:
– Not-for-profit associations and charity groups
– Sports clubs and schools
– Charity and fund raising events.
Each quarter, one winning group will be selected to receive a payment of $750. The total annual funding for the grant amounts to $3,000.
The selection process is based on the following criteria:
– Community Support: Organisations and groups that focus on supporting and strengthening local communities
– Location: Organisations and groups must be based in Melbourne.

GRANT-AUS - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Tertiary Scholarships
2025-07-31
Supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in their tertiary education.

The Tertiary Scholarship Program can provide funding of up to $30,000 over 3 years.
To apply you must be:
– Enrolled in a teaching course at an ACT university
– Willing to live and work in the ACT.

GRANT-AUS - Local Sporting Champions
2025-07-31
Provides financial assistance for coaches, officials and competitors aged 12-18 participating in state, national or international championships.

If successful, applicants will receive $500-$750 towards the cost of attending their championships:
– Base Grant: $500
– Applicants travelling 800km – 1999km to their nominated championships: + $100
– Applicants travelling internationally or greater than 2000km to their nominated championships: + $200
– Applicants residing in a rural electorate: + $50.
Examples of expenses include (but is not limited to):
– Competition entry fees/levies
– Transport costs (e.g. airfares, petrol)
– Accommodation
– Uniform
– Sporting equipment.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
– Be turning 12 to 18 years of age in the same calendar year as the nominated championships
– Be an Australian citizen or have been granted permanent resident status, residing in Australia
– Be participating as an athlete, coach, or match official at an eligible championship or competition
– Those attending a state championship must be living more than 125km from the championships venue, and travelling greater than 250km return to participate in the nominated championships
– Must complete and submit the application prior to or up to one month post completion of your nominated championships
– May receive a maximum of two grants in the same allocation year
– Must incur out-of-pocket expenses equal to, or greater than, the grant amount they are eligible to receive.
Applications are open all year but are assessed in 4 funding rounds.

GRANT-WA - Public Purposes Trust Fund
2025-07-31
Supports initiatives that enhance legal education, disseminate legal information, and improve community access to legal services across Western Australia.

The Trust Fund allocates funds towards annual grants for applications from organisations that meet the objectives of the Trust Fund, these being:
– To advance the education of the community, and any section of it, with respect to the law
– To advance the collection, assessment and dissemination to the community, and any section of it, of information relating to the law
– To improve the access of the community, and any section of it, to legal services.
Funding may be granted to activities that:
– Advance the education with respect to the law of persons desiring to study law, law students, law graduates, legal practitioners, and persons having responsibility for legal education and for the administration of the law and the legal system
– Establish and advance law libraries and legal information services, including computerised legal information retrieval services
– Advance the examination of the law, the legal system, the legal profession, legal education, legal services and the effect of any of them on the community, or any section of it.
Persons, organisations or institutions can apply for funding for activities that fall within the above objects of the Trust Fund. Applications are received in advance for activities occurring in the following financial year, 1 July to 30 June.

GRANT-AUS - ANZ Seeds of Renewal Program
2025-07-31
Helps to build vibrant and sustainable rural communities and ensure the ongoing prosperity of regional Australia.

It is built on two key tenets:
– Vibrant communities are diverse and inclusive with strong social capital, where everyone can participate and build a better life
– Sustainable communities innovate, expand and create opportunities that will deliver demonstrable medium to long-term economic benefit to the community, contributing to economic sustainability.
The ANZ Seeds of Renewal program is focused upon supporting projects that align to one of ANZ’s four focus areas:
1. Improving environmental sustainability
2. Improving financial wellbeing within the community
3. Improving access to housing
4. Other community projects that assist local communities to thrive.
All requests will be considered with a focus on the priority areas listed below:
– Projects that will deliver demonstrable medium to long-term benefit to a regional Australian community
– Projects that benefit a large number of people from a diverse range of social groups
– Projects that encourage inclusion and participation of under-represented or marginalised groups
– Projects that demonstrate co-contributions (either in-kind or from other funding sources) and broad community support will be looked upon favourably – it is highly recommended that you include these within your application.
A broad range of charitable projects aligned to the program themes are considered under this program including:
– Delivering, or providing activities, events, programs and services
– Purchasing or hiring equipment and materials
– Community infrastructure projects
– Developing the resources of the community including volunteers and items that will enable participation in projects.
Opportunities may also be made available for ANZ staff to provide further in-kind support by volunteering their time to assist successful organisations.
To apply, you must meet the following criteria:
– Not-for-profit organisations with or without DGR-1 endorsement are eligible
– Applicant organisations must be a not-for-profit organisation with either an Incorporation Certificate and/or an ABN
– Project must be for charitable purposes and offer clear public benefit
– Organisations can submit one application per grant round
– Projects must benefit communities in remote, rural or regional Australia.

GRANT-AUS - Local Para Champions
2025-07-31
Provides financial assistance for coaches, officials and competitors aged 12-24 participating in state, national or international championships for athletes with a disability.

If successful, applicants will receive $750-$1000 towards the cost of attending their championships:
– Base Grant: $750
– Applicants travelling 800km – 1999km to their nominated championships: + $100
– Applicants travelling internationally or greater than 2000km to their nominated championships: + $200
– Applicants residing in a rural electorate: + $50.
Examples of expenses include (but is not limited to):
– Competition entry fees/levies
– Transport costs (e.g. airfares, petrol)
– Accommodation
– Uniform
– Sporting equipment.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
– Be turning 12 to 24 years of age in the same calendar year as the nominated championships
– Be an Australian citizen or have been granted permanent resident status, residing in Australia
– Be participating in an event, division or competition open only to athletes with a disability
– Those attending a state championship must be living more than 125km from the championships venue, and travelling greater than 250km return to participate in the nominated championships
– Must complete and submit the application prior to or up to one month post completion of your nominated championships
– May receive a maximum of two grants in the same allocation year
– Must incur out-of-pocket expenses equal to, or greater than, the grant amount they are eligible to receive.
Applications are open all year but are assessed in 4 funding rounds.

GRANT-AUS - Giving Joy Grants
2025-07-31
Offers micro grants to women aged 18 and up from any country in the world.

Your proposed grant activities MUST have a social benefit to your community and MUST go beyond financial aspects of your business. The more social impact you can illustrate through your idea – the better and the greater your chances of winning the grant.
Who can apply for a Giving Joy grant?
– Women ages 18 and up from any country or state or territory in the world.
Do I have to own a business to apply?
– No. You can use the grant to start a new business, or expand your existing business. You can also use the grant to start or expand a nonprofit, non-governmental organization (NGO), charity, or propose a specific activity or project you would like to implement.
Are the grants limited to a specific field (like health)?
– Absolutely not. You can propose activities in any field, trade, occupation, or craft. However, your business/organization/idea must focus on women, girls and/or families. And all activities must be LEGAL!
What is the duration of the grant?
– The grant period is six months.
Grant is up to US$500.
