Expression of Interest for 2023 Volunteer Grants

Expressions of interest have now closed. 

Grants of between $1,000 and $5,000 are available for eligible not-for-profit community organisations.

The objectives of Volunteer Grants are to:

• 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.

The intended outcome of the activity is to strengthen community functioning by increasing participation in volunteering.

What can the grant be used for?

This funding is to be used to:

• purchase eligible small equipment items for use by volunteers
• contribute to volunteers’ fuel costs, during the course of their volunteer work
• contribute to transport costs for volunteers with disability who are unable to drive
• assist with the cost of training courses for volunteers
• undertake background screening checks for volunteers
• conduct activities to promote awareness of, and increase participating in volunteering opportunities

You should consult the Grant Opportunity Guidelines for full details.

What is the process?

1. Complete the EOI form below before 5:00pm on the 8th September 2023 to be considered by the electorate’s consultation committee.
2. If your organisation is nominated for funding, you will be notified by Phillip Thompson by the 22nd of September 2023 and invited to apply using a link sent to the same email address by the Department of Social Services some time before 24 November 2023.
3. You will be required to complete an online application form. Being invited to apply does not guarantee that your application will be successful. All applications will be assessed by the department for eligibility and completeness.
4. If your grant application is approved you will be notified by Phillip Thompson and will be issued a grant agreement by the department.

The eligibility criteria for entities and projects is outlined in the Grant Opportunity Guidelines. You should read the guidelines before submitting this EOI.

If you have any questions, or are experiencing any problems with the online form, please email [email protected] or call 07 4725 2066.

The information provided on this page is intended as a guide only. For the most up-to-date and correct information, please refer to the Grant Opportunity Guidelines.