PLEASE NOTE: Expressions of Interest for this round of the Volunteer Grants Programme have now closed. The next round of this grant programme will hopefully re-open early 2026, and we welcome applications from community organisations in Griffith.
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These Grants are designed to:
- help not-for-profit community organisations to support the efforts of Australia’s volunteers
- encourage, support and increase participation in volunteering
- support children’s well being through volunteering
- strengthen community functioning by supporting and increasing participation in volunteering
Who can apply?
- Not-for-profit incorporated organisations whose workforce is comprised of at least 40% volunteers
- An unincorporated association that agrees to the primary contact on your application assuming personal legal liability on behalf of the organisation should the application be successful
- Trustees applying on behalf of a Trust
Note: your organisation must be located within the federal electorate of Griffith. (You can find your local electorate at the AEC website.)
This year, eligible grant funding areas have been split into two categories:
Category 1:
- Purchase communication or insurance items that will benefit any of the community organisations volunteers, as listed in the Grant Opportunity Guidelines
Category 2 (A):
- Purchase items or services for the main purpose of supporting volunteers from community organisations, focusing on the development and well being of children
Category 2 (B):
- Purchase items or services for the main purpose of supporting volunteer-run activities within community organisations focusing on the development and well being of children
How does it work?
Applications take place in two steps:
- Expressions of interest are made to Max Chandler-Mather MP and are assessed in conjunction with a committee of Griffith locals.
- Selected applicants are invited to complete their application process with the Community Grants Hub.
You can submit an expression of interest here:
Expression of Interest Griffith Volunteer Grants 2024 - 2025
Further details and full program guidelines are available here at Community Grants.
Still not sure if you’re eligible?
You can contact Ash at Max's office on 07 3397 1674 or by email at [email protected] if you would like to discuss the program or your idea with us.
Key Dates to Remember
17 January 2025 - Expressions of Interest Close
14 February 2025 - MP Nominations Due to the Department
13 March 2025 - Organisations invited to apply for a Volunteer Grant
26 March 2025 - Community Grants Hub applications close
April - June 2025 - Assessment of applications
July 2025 - Outcomes of assessment process
August 2025 - Notification of successful applicants and grant agreements issued
August 2025 - Notification to unsuccessful applicants
August 2025 - Earliest start date of project
30 September 2026 - End date of grant process