[Centres] FW: Wrap up 2023 with EasyGrants!
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Mon Dec 18 08:58:32 AEDT 2023
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Forwarding Wrap up 2023 with EasyGrants
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From: The Funding Centre <hello at ourcommunity.com.au>
Sent: Thursday, 14 December 2023 5:08 PM
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Subject: Wrap up 2023 with EasyGrants!
Your ultimate guide to open opportunities and grant trends
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Hi . Your December wrap-up of grants is available now, and it’s chock-full of grant information for 2024.
To download your EasyGrants newsletter, click on the "Download EasyGrants" button below.
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In this edition:
* Current grant opportunities
* 2024 grants sneak peek – mark your calendar now
* Grants trends you need to know about
* Prepare your grants strategy for 2024
* Sector news – Our Community calls for big shift in government’s grants management
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Great grants open now
Damien Greer Community Grants
Up to $2,500
Closes December 31, 2023
<https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-t/> Damien Greer Community Grants offer up to $2,500 for organisations promoting community support, togetherness, wellbeing, services and environmental care, with applications closing on December 31, 2023.
Sisters of Charity Community Grants
Up to $15,000
Closes January 22, 2024
The <https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-i/> Sisters of Charity Community Grants provide up to $15,000 for community projects across Australia that significantly aid those in need and have limited access to funding, with applications closing on January 22, 2024.
Urban Rivers and Catchments Program
$150,000 - $10 million
Closes February 13, 2024
The <https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-d/> Urban Rivers and Catchments Program offers grants between $150,000 and $10 million for projects that conserve native species and enhance the health of urban waterways, with the deadline for applications being February 13, 2024.
Play Well Participation Grant Program
$10,000–$300,000
Closes February 23, 2024
The <https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-h/> Play Well Participation Grant Program by the Australia Sports Commission offers $10,000 to $300,000 for innovative projects that tackle participation barriers and boost involvement in sport and physical activity, with applications closing February 23, 2024.
Grants to mark in your calendar for 2024
<https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-k/> In a Good Place grants by FRRR and CCI Giving offer up to $20,000 for mental health in rural communities. Expressions of interest opening in April.
<https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-u/> Pride Foundation Australia’s Small Grants Program awards up to $1,000 to projects that support or benefit LGBTQIA+ people, with rounds typically opening in March, July and November.
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The <https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-o/> Ian Potter Foundation’s Community Wellbeing Funding provides a minimum of $100,000 for disability and employment initiatives, starting in March for organisations with DGR status.
<https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-b/> Woolworths Junior Landcare Grants encourage youth environmental engagement with up to $1,000 for schools and not-for-profit organisations, opening annually in February.
Tip: Click the star icon next to a grant program name to save it to your Funding Centre dashboard and track upcoming rounds.
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Five popular grants from 2023 according to our users
1. <https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-n/> Australian Community Foundation's grants range from $2,000 to $15,000 and are a go-to for charitable organisations with DGR status across Australia. Applications are open year-round.
2. <https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-p/> Perpetual’s IMPACT Philanthropy Application Program (IPAP) offers grants of $10,000 to $100,000 each year from an annual distribution of $120 million, making it a top pick for our users. Applications open in October.
3. <https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-a/> The Andrews Foundation’s flexible grants of $5,000 to $20,000 focus on supporting volunteers and disadvantaged groups and are a favourite for Victorian not-for-profit organisations. Applications close at the end of the first week in March, June, and November.
4. <https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-f/> Mary MacKillop Today Community Grants, offering up to $10,000, are popular for their focus on transformative educational projects, with priority given to small and emerging organisations. Applications open annually in August.
5. <https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-z/> Damien Greer Lawyers Community Grants, although smaller at $2,500, enjoy popularity with our users for their funding of grassroots community initiatives. Applications open at the start of the financial year and close at the end of the calendar year (get your application in now!)
Most popular grant categories in 2023
Our 2023 data reveals the most commonly funded grant categories were:
1. Community development
2. Education
3. Health
4. Arts and culture
5. Economic development
If your organisation's work doesn't neatly align with these categories, consider the broader impact of your mission. There could be a connection you haven't explored yet.
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Dive into our help sheet <https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-v/> “Casting the Grants Net Wide” to uncover potential funding opportunities that might not be on your radar. This resource is designed to help you think creatively about your projects and how they intersect with these leading grant categories, broadening your eligibility for grants.
Costs most likely to be funded by grant-makers in 2023
According to our 2023 data, grantmakers are more likely to fund the below costs than others, such as advocacy, network building and collaboration, and travel:
1. Program costs
2. Capacity building
3. Equipment
4. Operations
5. Capital costs.
Notably, operational costs are attracting more funding than in 2022, suggesting that grantmakers are responding to the needs of organisations for business-as-usual funding.
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This shift reflects a growing recognition of the importance of supporting the day-to-day functions that keep organisations running effectively.
Prepare your grants strategy for 2024: top tips
Understanding the timelines of funders is crucial. Application periods for grants vary depending on the funder, the program, and the type of project or initiative being funded.
Here are some timeline trends to be aware of:
Government grants: Typically aligned with budget cycles, government grants in Australia are often announced post-budget release, with application periods spanning several months. The Funding Centre provides <https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-e/> budget overviews here to guide you on upcoming funding directions.
Community and philanthropic grants: These vary, with some grantmakers operating grant rounds and others accepting applications year-round. Always check each funder's guidelines for their schedules.
Corporate grants: Corporate funding doesn't always adhere to a set cycle, with some corporations offering themed rounds that change annually.
Special initiatives and disaster relief: Keep an eye out for announcements on special funding rounds in response to events or disasters, such as those on the Funding Centre's <https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-s/> disaster and covid assistance portal.
Staying informed
1. Monitor government, philanthropic, and corporate websites for funding cycles and guideline updates (we do that for you at the Funding Centre so you don’t have to!)
2. Use our up-to-date grants database and subscribe to the EasyGrants newsletter for regular alerts
3. Use our grant tracking tools and maintain a grantseeking calendar with the Funding Centre dashboard
4. Network with your peers for tips on emerging opportunities.
Preparation is key: plan your calendar around typical funder timelines, allowing for project planning and proposal development. Keep abreast of any changes directly from funders’ official channels to ensure your application aligns with their current processes.
Our Community calls for federal grants management overhaul
The Funding Centre’s parent organisation, Our Community, says it's time the federal government made a major “technological and cultural shift” in how it manages $26 billion in community sector grants each year.
Learn more about Our Community’s submission to the federal government <https://email.ourcommunity.com.au/t/r-l-tijuila-bjdhduksj-yd/> here.
That’s all from us. As we wrap up, we just want to say a big thanks to you for all the hard work you do. Kick back, relax, and have a fantastic holiday – you've earned it! See you next year.
The Funding Centre team
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