Calendar of Grants Available
 

Are you part of an organisation or sporting club that needs funding? Email your club's name, phone number and email address to flinders.portlincoln@parliament.sa.gov.au or use the Email Us link to the left) to receive regular up dates on grant funding and organisation support such as courses and seminars.

Please note some of the Federal Grant Programs listed on this page may have been discontinued due to the change in Federal Government in 2007, however in most cases we have not been notified so we have kept them on here.

ART / MUSIC

Richard Llewellyn Arts & Disability Trust
This fund has been set up to recognise and foster the artistic talents of people with disabilities and to help them further their artistic careers. Organisations can apply for up to $20,000 and individuals can apply for up to $10,000 in grants. Last year, projects funded included theatre, music, craft, design , visual arts, literature, dance, new media and community and cultural arts. For more information visit www.arts.sa.gov.au or phone 8463 5424. Applications closed on Friday April 2, 2008. Expected to open March 09.

Contemporary music - Recording and manufacture for national release
Funding to record an EP or LP to break into, or build a profile, in the national or international market. Recording costs, producers’ and engineers’ fees, mixing, mastering, design work and printing, pressing and remixing costs may be funded.
Amounts available:
Up to $5000 to be matched dollar for dollar
dates:
opens March, notification June
More information please visit http://www.arts.sa.gov.au/site/page.cfm

Contemporary music - Emerging musicians and groups
Funding to help develop audiences for contemporary musicians and groups in the early stages of building their South Australian profile. The project can include recording a three track demo. Costs of recording, pressing (no more than 50), promotion and marketing strategies (of the band or a demo) including posters, advertising, websites and conversion may be funded.
Amounts available:
Up to $1000 (applicants must contribute 50% towards recording and manufacture expenses)
Closing dates:
opens March, notification June
More information please visit http://www.arts.sa.gov.au/site/page.cfm

Regional Events & Festivals Program
The South Australian Tourism Commission provides financial and marketing support to organisations conducting tourism events that are capable of generating an increase in visitor activity in South Australia and which lift the profile of its tourism regions within and beyond the State. The Regional Events and Festivals Program has been established to support marketing and promotional activities but not to fund budget shortfalls.  Support is available to new, expanding and one-off events with significant tourism or promotional value. Closing date for applications is Monday 31st March 2008. Visit www.events.southaustralia.com for more information.

Cultural facilities and equipment
Supports the establishment and improvement of arts and cultural facilities; purchase of equipment to improve, establish or convert premises for arts and cultural activities; and purchase of equipment that enhances arts and cultural practice. Ring Ian Fergusson 08 8463 5442 for more details.

Ian Potter Cultural Trust Grants 
Up to $7000 available to encourage diversity and excellence of emerging artists practicing in a wide range of disciplinces within the arts.
Music Commissions-
Established Composer- $80,000 for the creation of s substantial body, or portfolio work over two years.
Emerging Composer- $20,000 for the creation of a portfolio of work over two years.
Applicants are to send a concise 2-3 page letter requesting a grant.
Opens March 09
 Visit http://culturaltrust.ianpotter.org.au/

Arts SA Project Grants-
Amounts available- Discuss with Arts SA. Closes 28^th March.
Richard Llewellyn Arts & Disability Trust-
Support Projects and initiatives that develop and celebrate the creative and artistic aspirations of South Australians with disabilities. Opens April 09  www.arts.sa.gov.au

Arts SA Emerging Artists- Up to $10,000 available. Opens April 09
Major Commission – one grant of $100,000. Opens April 09  
www.arts.sa.gov.au  

Arts SA- Industry Development
Provides annual or triennial funding to organisations that play a key role in building a robust arts and cultural community in our state. Discuss amount required with Arts SA. Closes 13^th June.
Go to www.arts.sa.gov.au  

Buzz Grant
Buzz Grant offer flexible support for young musicians, sound artists and music related arts workers through grants of up to $2500. Individuals aged 12-26, or groups with a majority of people aged 12-26 involved in a music or sound project may apply. This can be done with the support of an organisation. Applications for Buzz Grants open 18 June 2007. More information available at www.youngaustralians.org or call (03) 9670 5436.

Arts SA Grants - www.arts.sa.gov.au

• Artists in Residence – Up to $20,000. Closes 8^th August.
• The Bank of Tokyo- Mitsubishi Japan Travel Fund- Up to $15,000. Closes 8^th August.
• Fellowship - $50,000. Closes 8^th August .
• Recording and manufacture for national release- Up to $5000 to be matched dollar for dollar. Closing date -15^th August.
• Marketing and distribution of a national release -  Up to $5000. Closes 15^th August.
• Hilltop Hoods initiative- Up to $5000. Closes 15^th August.
• Emerging Musicians and Groups –Up to $1000. Closes 15^th August.
• Mentorship’s and Attachments – Up to $10,000. Closes 15^th August.
• Musicians in Residence – Up to $15,000. Closes 15^th August.
• Broadcast of contemporary music – Up to $10,000. Closes 15^th August.
• Special Initiatives – Closes 15^th August.
• Project Grants- Amounts available- Discuss with Arts SA. Closes 29^th August.
• Triennial Project Grant -  $50,000 each year for three years. Closes 29^th August.
• Arts Facilities and Equipment – supports the establishment and improvement of arts and cultural heritage facilities, the purchase of equipment that will improve, establish or convert premised for arts and cultural activities and the purchase of equipment that enhances art and cultural practices and realises direct artistic outcomes. Amount is subject to matching funds, generally between $5,000 and $20,000. Closes 29^th August. Ring Ian Fergusson 08 8463 5442  or Direct Link -  http://www.arts.sa.gov.au/site/page.cfm?u=206

Festival Awards for literature
Supporting SA to contribute to shaping the priorities of Australian writing culture. The awards are held biennially and are announced during Adelaide Writers Week. Closes 30^th October. Go to www.arts.sa.gov.au

Independent Makers and Presenters-
Closing dates for following grants- 9^th May, 8^th August, 31^st October 2008, 13^th February 2009. Categories:

• Individual Development- up to $3000 and $5000
• ATSI development Initiative- Up to $3000
• Last Minute Presentation – Up to $3000 and $5000
• Building Pathways – Up to $10,000

Contemporary Music
Closing dates for following grants – 2^nd May, 15^th August, 14^th November. Categories:

• Extended Marketing and Distribution Grants- Up to $5000.
• Touring within Australia –Up to $5000 within SA, Up to $10,000 interstate.
• International Activity –Up to $15,000 for groups and $10,000 for individuals.
• Skills and Professional Development – Up to $5000.

Public Art & Design

• Project Seed Funding
• Commission funding Support

Closing Dates– 9^th May, 29^th August, 31^st October 2008, 13^th February 2009

• Emerging Curators Project – Closes 28^th March
• Public Art & Design –Closes 9^th May
• Sculpture Hire Opportunity – Closes 27^th June

Community Arts Development

• Development- ongoing
• Festival- 31^st March
• Projects- 31^st March

Go to www.arts.sa.gov.au for detailed information.

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CAREERS / BUSINESS /WORKPLACE

OHSW Small Grant Programme
Funding of up to $50,000 will be provided for initiatives which will contribute to improved safety outcomes at work. The grants will fund projects that will contribute to the reduction of work-related injuries, diseases and fatalities in South Australia. Conditions apply, visit www.safework.sa.gov.au under the drop-down menu under 'OHS'. Opens Feb 09

Diana Rudd Fellowship
Grants of up to $7,500 available to a Palliative Care Nurse so that he or she can make an international or interstate trip to further his or her knowledge and or skills in the area of palliative care. Go to http://www.pallcare.asn.au/scholarship.php  for more info or call (08) 8291 4137. Expected to open Feb09

Country Teaching Scholarships for University Graduates
Providing scholars with up to $2500 annually over four years to support their study costs with a guaranteed job in a country school.
For details phone 8226 4085 or visit www.decs.sa.gov.au/employmentopps & click on special programs.

New Incentives for Country Teachers
Scholarships are being offered to university students who are studying to become high school teachers. The Country Teaching Practicum Scholarship provides up to $1250 to support transport and living costs for those who want to teach in a country area in South Australia.
For more information visit http://www.premier.sa.gov.au/news.php?id=1357

Australian Rural & Remote Health Professionals Scholarship (ARRHPS) Scheme
Financial scholarships to assist in undertaking a range of continuing professionals education activities commencing in 2008, including clinical placements, short courses, postgraduate tertiary courses and attendance at professional conferences are available to qualified rural and remote clinical health professionals (not including medical or nursing professionals), including Aboriginal Health Workers (Cert III). Applications are available at www.sarrah.org.au . Closing date for applications is 7th September 2007. For further information phone (02) 6162 0321 or email rhps@ruralhealth.org.au

Australian Government Aged Care Nursing Scholarship Scheme: Postgraduate
The Australian Government Aged Care Nursing Scholarship Scheme: Postgraduate - Continuing Education is one of a range of long-term strategies to increase the skills of registered nurses or division 1 nurses working in aged care facilities in regional and rural areas of Australia.

Scholarships are available annually to contribute towards further education and training. Funding will be considered for, but not limited to: relevant accredited tertiary level or TAFE level courses; skills refresher and re-entry courses; and conference attendance. The scheme provides financial assistance in the form of a scholarship worth up to a total of $10,000 per applicant.

Application forms are available from the web site. Visit http://www.rcna.org.au/site/agedscholar2.php for all your information.

SA Rural Health Undergraduate Scholarship
These Scholarships provide $5000 per annum paid in two payments of $2500 for up to 3 years study to applicants studying an undergraduate degree, who want to gain employment in a rural health unit. To be eligible for these scholarships students must agree to live and work in a rural area of South Australia, on the successful completion of their degree. Opens October 09. Further information and applications can be found at www.countryhealthsa.sa.gov.au or phone (08) 8412 6300.

South Australia Innovation & Investment Fund - Industry Development Program
This grant program has total funding of $30 million contributed by the Australian and South Australian Governments. The program is seeking investment proposals that will create new or additional business capacity designed to deliver sustainable new jobs in South Australia, with a focus on the southern suburbs in Adelaide. Round 1 of the Program closes at 17th October 2008. For more information visit: http://www.innovation.gov.au/Programsandservices/SAIIF/Pages/SAIIF.aspx

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CARS

LPG conversions for Australian cars
The Australian Government has established the LPG Vehicle Scheme to assist private motorists with the purchase of a factory-fitted dedicated LPG vehicle or an approved retrofit of an LPG system to a suitable new or used petrol or diesel vehicle.
The scheme is designed to encourage the uptake and use of LPG as an alternative fuel. The LPG Vehicle Scheme provides a grant of : $2000 for an approved and fitted LPG conversion of a new or used motor vehicle for private use $1000 will be paid for a factory-fitted LPG-dedicated vehicle for private use. Visit – www.ausindustry.gov.au
 

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COMMUNITY / REGIONAL

Community Project Grant Fund
The Community Project Grant Fund finances community group initiatives that benefit Housing SA customers and the general community. Grants are a one-off payment of up to $2000. Conditions apply. There are four funding rounds each year, approx every 3 months- feb, may, aug, nov. Contact Janetta Pavlovitch on 8207 0178 for an application form or go to www.familiesandcommunities.sa.gov.au

The Danks Trust Grants
Purpose: To provide funding to charitable organisations in Australia for the support of projects that fit the categories of religion, education or the relief of poverty (broadly interpreted).
Overview: Disbursement of funds occurs twice yearly. Trustees meet in February & August each year.
We do not issue formal application forms but request written submissions are on organisation letterhead.
Areas of support:
• Poverty Relief
• Community Development
• Child and Youth Development
• Aged Care
• Education
• Drug and Alcohol Abuse
• Disability Support.
Visit http://www.equitytrustees.com.au/grantseekers/trustsdetails.asp?trustID=8728 for more information. Expected to open Jan 09.

Places for People Grants
To assist local governments in developing and implementing place based improvement strategies and projects. Aims to improve the quality and function of important community places. No maximum limit on funds. Applications can be submitted at any time however it is recommended that applications are submitted before end of March to be considered in this financial year.  Go to www.planning.sa.gov.au for more information.

Community Benefit SA
Community Benefit SA is a State Government program in South Australia which allocates up to $4 million per year to the community for one off projects that assist non government community service agencies to improve the well being, quality of life, community participation and life management skills of disadvantaged individuals, families and communities. Round 26 is open now and closes 25th August 08. Round 27 will open Jan 09 and Round 28 will open July 09. Visit www.familiesandcommunities.sa.gov.au for applications and information. Forms are available in Liz's Office.

SGIC 2008 communityhelp Grant
Through communityhelp, SGIC provide grants of $500 up to $5000 to groups committed to reducing the risk in the areas of crime prevention, road safety, emergency readiness and response and environment. Expected to open Feb 09. For more information please visit www.sgic.com.au or phone 1300 306 496.


2008 Comic Relief Australia Grants
Open to non for profit organisations that have DGR status and are utilising volunteers. Grants of $5,000 or less (Small Grant), and $5,000-$50,000 (Open Grant) can be applied for to fund projects that benefit the poorest and most disadvantaged people in our community.  For more information go to www.volunteeringaustralia.org Applications open March 09

Cultural facilities and equipment
Supports the establishment and improvement of arts and cultural facilities; purchase of equipment to improve, establish or convert premises for arts and cultural activities; and purchase of equipment that enhances arts and cultural practice. Ring Ian Fergusson 08 8463 5442 for more details.

Woolworths Fresh Food Kids Community Grants Program
Grants of up to $5000 are available to local community groups for projects that help primary school aged children lead healthier lives. These grants can be used for sporting equipment, playground facilities or healthy snacks. Application forms are available in stores or by visiting http://www.freshfoodkids.com.au/content.php?page=5_community&mute=false Opens April 09

ANZ/FRRR Seeds of Renewal Program.
Seeds of Renewal is a small grants program providing funding to small, rural not-for-profit organisations for projects and activities to aid the growth of their community. Open to non for profit organisations and towns with a population of less than 15,000 - priority will be given to projects within drought-affected communities in an EC declared region.  Opens April 09 and must be submitted by post only. More information visit www.frrr.org.au or Freecall 1800 170 020.

Morialta Trust- Expressions of interest open April 09.
Morialta offers general grants of up to $10,000 for incorporated welfare and community organisations who assist disadvantaged children and young people. Special grants of between $25,000 and $75,000 are also offered for really innovative projects which will have a significant impact on the welfare of disadvantaged children and young people. Provide the Trust with a brief summary of the project (expression of interest) and an up to date endorsement of the applying organisations charitable status letter by late April. A detailed application form will then be provided to those applicants whose projects are of most interest to the Trust. Official applications must be in by late June.
For more information contact (08) 8363 3199 or email morialta@aapt.net.au

Social Enterprise Incentive Grants
Zero Waste SA has developed the Social Enterprise Incentive Grants program because community-based organisations play an important part in collecting materials for recycling or re-use, are often small-scale, or often do not qualify for assistance based on their viability or profit performance. Not for profit organisations can fall into this category as do a number of very small enterprises, especially those that work at the higher end of the waste hierarchy (avoid, reduce, reuse). Closes late April go to www.zerowaste.sa.gov.au

Helping Hands
Up to $50,000 available to benefit people in rural and remote Australia.
Non for profit organsations can apply for projects and activities that offer clear public benefit for communities living in small rural and remote locations, contributing to their development in social and community welfare, economic, environmental, health, educational or cultural needs. Communities with population of $10,000 or less will receive preference. Organisations demonstrating community partnerships will receive preference.
Preference will be given to projects that support: Community Infrastructure, Capacity or building, Health or Community Services, Access to Education or Training, Innovative Business Ventures, Environment.
Go to http://www.frrr.org.au/programsDetail.asp?ProgramID=15 Current round closes 8 August 2008.

Community Project Grants
$500,000 has been made available for community projects that will contribute to building the resilience and spirit of rural communities.
Grants of up to $5000 are available for group activities that will support rural communities in areas affected by drought conditions.
Guidelines available from www.pir.sa.gov.au/grants or phone 1800 182 235

The United Way Annual
The United Way Annual Grant provides funding to assist, encourage and/or develop local community projects, to support the work of community groups and to foster their positive participation and contribution to local communities.

Funding is provided under two categories:
1. Category A - provides grants of up to $15,000 to assist organisations in any area of their operations (excluding salaries), including equipment, training packages, rent or capital.
2. Category B - provides grants of up to $1,500 to assist community groups in any area of their operations (excluding salaries, rent, capital and training).

All applicants must be charities or groups from South Australia. For more information visit http://www.unitedwaysa.org/annual-grants.htm

The Ian Potter Foundation
The Ian Potter Foundation provides grants for public charitable purposes in Australia in the areas of:
- arts;
- community wellbeing;
- education;
- environment and conservation;
- health;
- medical research;
- science; and
- travel and conference (between $2,000 and $3,000).
Further information, including application forms and closing dates, is available from the web site - http://www.ianpotter.org.au/

Australia Foundation Grants
The Australia Foundation is an "umbrella" trust, which encompasses a number of other trusts established with specific aims. The Foundation lets you demonstrate your commitment to society by creating a perpetual charitable trust in the name of your organisation.

Limited funding is available each year. Up to $10,000 is available for 2007, to charitable organisations. Preference is given to organisations/projects involving a health and community services aspect. Funding is not limited to the metropolitan areas; rural/regional organisations/projects will also be considered for funding.

Applications close each year on the 31st of August. Application forms are available from http://www.statetrustees.com.au/index.cfm?pageID=119


Australia Post Landcare Community Development Grants
The Australia Post Landcare Community Development Grants Program offers grants of up to $3,300 (including GST) to community groups working to improve their local community and environment.
The program supports local community projects that help enhance the capacity of community groups to undertake landcare and other environmental projects. Funding may be used to help fund the projects, buy tools or equipment, or help raise awareness of environmental issues. Opens August 09
Application forms are available from http://www.landcareonline.com/funding_opportunity_details.asp?fo_id=9

BHP Corporate Community Program
The BHP Billiton Corporate Community Program manages a key group of partnerships with Australian and International community and environment not-for-profit organisations. In addition to the key partnerships, a small number of national projects from not-for-profit organisations in Australia are selected for support each year. These projects generally fall in the range of AUS$50,000 - AUS$200,000 although a longer-term project could receive this amount annually for up to three years.

Applications are considered on 1 March, 1 July and 1 November. Application forms are available from:
http://www.bhpbilliton.com/bb/sustainableDevelopment/community/supportFoundations.jsp

Small Grants for Small Rural Communities Program
A small grants program for small rural Australian communities will offer about $300,000 a year in grants to benefit people in rural and remote communities. This collaborative approach is designed to:
-Make better, targeted use of funds improving access for rural & regional    communities
-Provide a simpler application process
-Enhance efficiency and effectiveness for philanthropic trusts and foundations who wish to support small communities
Currently, applications that support the following areas of interest will be given preference:
-Community hardship in drought effected areas
-Retention of young people in Rural and Regional Australia.
-Resettlement of immigrants in rural Australia
-Community Infrastructure
There are two rounds of Small Grants per year. Closing dates are 30 September 2008. Please visit http://www.frrr.org.au/programsDetail.asp?ProgramID=4 for application forms.

`Premier’s Community Initiatives Fund’
Grants of up to $10,000 to non-profit charitable South Australian organisations that offer direct services and support to excluded, disabled or socially isolated members of the community. The objective of the Fund is to assist such organisations undertake a one off project that will benefit the community. Visit www.premcab.sa.gov.au/dpc/community_initiatives.html for further information. Round 7 anticipated to open in September 2008.

Peter Brock Foundation
The Peter Brock Foundation is a significant contributor to the community providing assistance to various organisations and worthwhile causes.
Funding areas are:
-Welfare, e.g. preventative programs that help young disadvantaged people
-Social Issues, e.g. programs that deal with drug addicts and their families
-Community Programs, e.g. particularly those that emphasise a growing understanding of self-reliance and responsibility.
Visit http://peterbrockfoundation.com.au/ for more details.

Telstra Foundation Social Innovation Grants
Grant applications must demonstrate the ways in which the project will build the number and nature of networks and social ties, increase participation in community or family life, or improve access to basic human entitlements such as health and education for Australian children and young people. Up to seven projects will be funded through the Social Innovation Grants program in 2008/09. Grants from $75,000 per year for up to three years are available. Expressions of Interest for 2008 are now closed. Next round expected June/July 2009.Visit http://www.telstrafoundation.com/dir148/tfweb.nsf/webdocs/CAG~SocialInnovationGrants?opendocument for more information

Telstra's Kids Fund
If you are a permanent Telstra Group employee you can apply for a grant of $1,200 to support a project or activity run by a not-for-profit organisation involving a child, 18 years or under, in your immediate family.
Telstra's Kids Fund supports a broad range of initiatives and projects including education, sports and recreation, arts and culture, environment, social issues and disability programs. This program is aimed at benefiting communities and does not provide funding for individual children. Next round expected to open April 2009. Click here for more information.

Community Connections Program
Up to $2,000 available to support the work of organisations that provide services for the benefit of the community.  Go to www.interactaust.com.au or call (03) 8650 7000

Ford Foundation Grants
Funding available to support charitable, educational or scientific activities.  Go to www.fordfound.org

Gandel Charitable Trust
Funding available for charitable activities organised by charitable organisations. Must have Deductible Gift Recipient status. Contact (03) 9205 1222 for more information.

Holden Foundation Grants
Funding and 'in kind' support available to support a wide range of community based programs in Australia. Activities in the following areas are preferred: Environment, Community Safety, Technology and Communities. Go to www.holden.com.au or email community.support@holden.com.au

Honda Foundation Grants
Providing financial assistance to charitable organisations who are able to accept tax deductible donations. Go to www.honda.com.au or call (03) 9285 5582.

Regional Partnerships Program
Grants of $25,000 and less or between $25,000 and $250,000 available for projects that focus on strengthening growth and opportunities, improving access to services, supporting planning, assisting in structural adjustment. For more details go to www.regionalpartnerships.gov.au

Smart State PC Donation Program
Surplus computing equipment is donated to community organisations and community programs to enhance their work. Call (08) 8226 2815 or http://www.premcab.sa.gov.au/dais/index.html#smartstate  for more information.

The Macquarie Foundation Grants
Funding available to community organisations in the areas of education, arts, health, research, welfare, health care and environment that have Deductible Gift Recipient Status. Go to www.macquarie.com.au or call (02) 8232 9673

Community Domains Trust
The aim of auCD is to provide support services to communities who want to register their geographic domain name for a community website  portal and process applications based on policy and guidelines for the purpose of preserving Australian geographic names for use by the relevant local community.

From now until 31st December 2009 .auCD (Community Domains Trust) are offering to any qualifying community free licensing of their 'Community Site in a Boxs' (CSIAB) an "off the shelf" community website automated site builder. This off the shelf community website software package gives communities who wish to build their own community websites a cost free alternative - which also includes hosting of their webite.

For more information on this initiative, please visit www.aucd.org.au or email leonie.parkinson@aucd.org.au
 

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COUNCILS

Port Lincoln City Council Funding
Community and sporting groups are invited to apply for project funding. An anticipated of total of $15,000 will be available for this round. Applications must be lodged by 5pm on Thursday, January 31 2008. Forms are available from the council office, upstairs of the Civic Centre or www.portlincoln.sa.gov.au .

Outback Areas Community Grants
The Outback Areas Community Development Trust offers grants, loans and subsidies to outback communities in South Australia. The Trust contributes to locally-conceived projects that will benefit the whole community. These are usually subsidised on a $1 for $1 basis but the subsidy rate can vary up to $3 for $1 where vital water supply, medical support and airstrip works are involved. Usually, but not always, the projects are identified by the communities.

The Trust also offers Annual Operating Grants to assist communities with administration and other recurrent costs. The level of grant is based on community numbers and the Trust's assessment of the degree of involvement of each organisation in community facilities services and activities.

In some circumstances the Trust will fund loans to communities, usually as 'bridging finance', for major capital works with the principal repayments becoming part of the local contribution. These loans are usually made for periods of three years or less with interest charged at current Treasury interest rates. The Trust may also assist some communities receive radio and television services (provided to the Trust's area via satellite) through subsidies on the costs of local rebroadcasting systems.

Visit http://www.oacdt.sa.gov.au/grants for more information.

Le Hunte Council Community and Economic Development Grants
The District Council of Le Hunte provides grants of up to $2000 to local organisations, community
groups, new and existing businesses. This funding is for projects which directly benefit and contribute to the development of the local community or economy.

The funding aims to fill 'gaps' and is given where funding has not been available from elsewhere. There is therefore an expectation that applicants have previously applied to other funding bodies. Any local community, non-profit group or organisation is encouraged to apply.
Visit http://www.lehunte.sa.gov.au/site/page.cfm?u=178


 

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CRIME PREVENTION

Crime Prevention and Community Safety Grants Program
Funding up to $50,000 (min $10,000) is available for projects to better equip communities to address local crime and safety issues.  Eligible organisations include groups such as not-for-profit incorporated foundations, service clubs, sporting bodies, Indigenous groups, ethnic communities, church groups, youth organisations, local government associations and other sections of the general community. Applications closed February 1, 2008. It is hoped there will be another round January09.
Visit http://www.justice.sa.gov.au/about_us/public_engagement/cpu_grants.php for more information.
Regional councils and not for profit organisations are encouraged to apply.

SGIC 2008 communityhelp Grant
Through communityhelp, SGIC provide grants of $500 up to $5000 to groups committed to reducing the risk in the areas of crime prevention, road safety, emergency readiness and response and environment. Expected to open Feb 09. For more information please visit http://www.sgic.com.au/pub/sgic/community/help-program/index.shtml or phone 1300 306 496.

 

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DISABLED

St George Foundation - Over $5000
Purpose: To provide financial support to charities throughout Australia to help them assist children and young people up to 18 years of age with special needs.
Overview: The Foundation supports innovative projects that enable disadvantaged and disabled children to reach their potential.
Examples of projects supported:
• Early intervention services
• Educational equipment and assistance
• Youth workers
• Recreational and respite programs
• Counselling and therapy
• New technologies
• Medical equipment
Visit http://www.stgeorgefoundation.com.au/stgeorgefoundation/gift.asp Closed February 22, 2008.
Applications for financial assistance for less than $5000 are given discretionary consideration once a month.

`Premier’s Community Initiatives Fund’
Grants of up to $10,000 to non-profit charitable South Australian organisations that offer direct services and support to excluded, disabled or socially isolated members of the community. The objective of the Fund is to assist such organisations undertake a one off project that will benefit the community. Visit www.premcab.sa.gov.au/dpc/community_initiatives.html for further information. Round 7 anticipated to open in September 2008.

Richard Llewellyn Arts & Disability Trust
This fund has been set up to recognise and foster the artistic talents of people with disabilities and to help them further their artistic careers. Organisations can apply for up to $20,000 and individuals can apply for up to $10,000 in grants. Last year, projects funded included theatre, music, craft, design , visual arts, literature, dance, new media and community and cultural arts. For more information visit www.arts.sa.gov.au or phone 8463 5424. Applications closed on Friday April 2, 2008. Expected to open March 09.

Telstra's Kids Fund
If you are a permanent Telstra Group employee you can apply for a grant of $1,200 to support a project or activity run by a not-for-profit organisation involving a child, 18 years or under, in your immediate family.
Telstra's Kids Fund supports a broad range of initiatives and projects including education, sports and recreation, arts and culture, environment, social issues and disability programs. This program is aimed at benefiting communities and does not provide funding for individual children. Next round expected to open April 2009. Click here for more information.

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DROUGHT / FARMING

Drought, Not Out
ABC Rural and ABC Grandstand are offering Australian sporting clubs the chance to drought-proof their home grounds. It gives you the opportunity to apply for a grant of up to $10,000, and up to $50,000 for the national winner towards drought proofing their playing fields. Entries closed Monday 28th January 2008.  For more information visit http://www.abc.net.au/rural/ and follow the links.

Men's Health Community Grants
Purpose: To plan, implement and evaluate a community based health promotion project, to raise health awareness in men in the local community.
Examples of items that may be funded include:
• Costs associated with community consultation and/or education
• Seminar and workshop costs including catering and guest speakers
• Audiovisual or printed resource development costs
• Promotion expenses including advertising costs
• Travel costs to reach rural men
• Administration costs directly related to the project
Examples: The following list of project examples is by no means exhaustive. Foundation 49 encourages innovative project proposals, ideally in collaboration with other organisations, and for projects to have a comprehensive approach to education.
• Run a men's health information evening emphasising the importance of regular health checks to maximise health.
• Develop a men's health resource for the local community, such as services available for men in the local area.
• Providing evening or Saturday sessions at a clinic for men's health checks.
• Organise a father and son, or family cricket or football match for the local community, and provide a men's health information booth and healthy lunch.
• Hosting a dad's day at a local kindergarten or playgroup on a Saturday, with a healthy lunch or morning tea, and men's health resources.
Visit http://www.49.com.au/ for more information. This round Closed February 29, 2008.

Woolworths Sustainable Farming Program- Landcare Grants
Two Categories:
Farmer Group Projects- up to $10,000 available for projects designed to tackle sustainability issues arising from drought
Innovation Grants- up to $5,000 available for innovative projects which help develop or implement good ideas to improve sustainability of farming practices and overcoming the impact of droughts.
Close 30th March 2008. Go to www.landcareonline.com

ANZ/FRRR Seeds of Renewal Program.
Seeds of Renewal is a small grants program providing funding to small, rural not-for-profit organisations for projects and activities to aid the growth of their community. Open to non for profit organisations and towns with a population of less than 15,000 - priority will be given to projects within drought-affected communities in an EC declared region.  Opens April 09 and must be submitted by post only. More information visit www.frrr.org.au or Freecall 1800 170 020.

Grants for Sheep Farmers
Up to 40 grants of $1000 each are available for Eyre Peninsula sheep producers as part of the regions Woolworths Drought Fund Project. The project aims to help farmers look after their land and livestock during the drought. For more information call EPNRM on 8682 7555.

Community Project Grants
$500,000 has been made available for community projects that will contribute to building the resilience and spirit of rural communities.
Grants of up to $5000 are available for group activities that will support rural communities in areas affected by drought conditions.
Guidelines available from www.pir.sa.gov.au/grants or phone 1800 182 235

Drought Assistance Measures
The Guide to Drought Assistance Measures document complies a list of grants and other assistance measures that drought affected individuals and communities may be able to access. It includes Federal & State drought assistance measures and grants of relevance to farming communities in EC declared areas.
Also includes measures announced by industry, business & communities and other support measures, that are non-drought specific, but that may also be relevant.
For full details, visit www.service.sa.gov.au/drought.asp

Drought Assistance - School Card
Department of Education and Children's Services have made available to drought stricken areas of South Australia funding to support students at school. Visit http://www.decs.sa.gov.au/goldbook/  and select School Card from the column on the left and then click Procedures and Forms 2007.

Exceptional Circumstances
What support is available?
Under Exceptional Circumstances (EC) assistance the following support is available to eligible farmers and small businesses in declared EC regions. Primary producers and small businesses should not self-assess their eligibility for EC support.
Interest Rate Subsidies

• Business support through the Exceptional Circumstances Interest Rate Subsidy (ECIRS) program for farm businesses [or small businesses that derive at least 70% or their normal turnover from providing goods and services for farm businesses located in the EC declared area] that are considered to be viable in the long-term, but for the exceptional circumstances are experiencing financial difficulties
• EC Interest Rate Subsidies are delivered through the State and Territory Governments with 90 per cent of the cost of this EC component is met by the Australian Government with State and Territory governments contributing 10 per cent.

To get more information on Interest Rate Subsidies including application forms and guidelines go to the primary producer or small business sections on the PIRSA’s website www.pir.sa.gov.au/pirsa/drought or contact PIRSA Prudential and Rural Financial Services on 1800 182 235

Income Support
-- EC Relief Payments are equivalent to the NewStart Allowance and are delivered by Centrelink on behalf of the Australian Government.
-- Primary Producers and small businesses should note that drought payments are taxable.
For more information on income support available go the Centrelink website, visit your local Centrelink branch or call 13 23 16

Rex Airlines
Regional Express will provide more drought aid for affected-communities as low rainfall in several parts of Australia continues one of Australia’s worst droughts. Rex would provide $1 million in travel on its services for the FY2007/08. This is a co-operative effort and Rex will contribute $4.00 in air travel on Rex services for every $1.00 contributed by eligible community organisations. The fund will be administered by the community organisation but must be used for air travel on Rex for an activity associated with providing relief or assistance from the impact of the drought. Visit http://www.rex.com.au/corp_info/ShowNews.aspx?nid=149&page=MC for more information.

Rural Education Fund  Grants of $100- $25,000 available. Open to schools and incorporated non profit organisations to assist in alleviating disruption caused to students by rural crisis such as drought, bushfire, economic downturn, and to redress any educational disadvantage caused by remoteness of students, material aid for books, equipment, accommodation and clothing and more.  Go to www.frrr.org.au or ring 1800 170 020
 

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EDUCATION / SCHOOLS

Congratulations to the following grant recipients in the Flinders Electorate:
School Pride Asset Grant Recipients!
The South Australian Government will allocate $36 million of school asset maintenance funds over three years with the aim to target funds more effectively to improve schools. The schools that will receive funding this year are:
Cummins Area School - $165,000 for sewer/stormwater/hard play area replacement.
Lake Wangary Primary School - $150,000 for electrical upgrade.
Port Lincoln High School - $29,000 for decking, roof replace.
Streaky Bay Area School - $195,000 for roof replacement.
Wudinna Area School - $100,000 for electrical upgrade.
Wudinna Pre-School - $115,000 for separating office & toilets.
Active School Grants
Port Lincoln Junior Primary, Karkoo Primary School, Ungarra Primary School, Port Lincoln Primary School, Port Kenny Primary School, Port Lincoln Special School, Miltaburra Area School, Penong Primary School, Wharminda Primary School, Port Neill Primary School, Ceduna Area School.

The Danks Trust Grants
Purpose: To provide funding to charitable organisations in Australia for the support of projects that fit the categories of religion, education or the relief of poverty (broadly interpreted).
Overview: Disbursement of funds occurs twice yearly. Trustees meet in February & August each year.
We do not issue formal application forms but request written submissions are on organisation letterhead.
Areas of support:
• Poverty Relief
• Community Development
• Child and Youth Development
• Aged Care
• Education
• Drug and Alcohol Abuse
• Disability Support.
Visit http://www.equitytrustees.com.au/grantseekers/trustsdetails.asp?trustID=8728 for more information. Opens January 09.

Cowan Trust Grants
Purpose: To help young adults who have a severe vision impairment, reside in the state of South Australia and who would otherwise find finance a restriction on their ability to undertake tertiary studies.
There are many guidelines, visit http://www.at.rsb.org.au/grants/cowan_trust.htm for more information. Opens January 09.

Don Hawke Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship aims to support young people from a rural or isolated background who have recently completed a secondary qualification and who have gained valuable life experience outside of school. Each scholarship will be valued at a maximum of $25,000 per annum, for the life of the recipient's program (up to 5 years), and will cover fees, accommodation, living and any other expenses relating to the program of study. Applications closed on 18 February 2008. In order to apply you will have to have enrolled in a UniSA program of study. For more information visit http://www.unisa.edu.au/scholarship/undergraduate/ug_unisa.asp

Adult Community Education Grants
Grants are available for the provision of informal learning activities including social and pre employable skills, speaking, reading, writing, numeracy, information and technology skills. To apply go to www.training.sa.gov.au/OVETstudents or contact (08)8226 1725. 

Junior Landcare Grants Program
Any school or organisation that would like to involve their students in landcare projects, in conjunction with local landcare groups, can apply for grants to assist them with the cost of their projects. Most project applications will be expected to have a value of $500 to $1000. The program targets major issues relevant to our natural environment including water quality/conservation, waste reduction/recycling, school gardens and biodiversity. Round 2 closes 16th May 2008, rounds 3 & 4 close 1st August and 24th October 2008.
Visit http://www.landcareonline.com/funding_opportunity_details.asp?fo_id=6 for more information.

Parents Initiative in Education (PIE) Grants
Opens for applications beginning of Term 3
Preschools, schools, children and students all benefit from the strong involvement of parents in programs, activities and decision-making.The Parent Initiatives in Education (PIE) program has demonstrated over a number of years that support grants make a significant contribution in assisting parents at the local level to become involved in decision making in their preschool and school communities. The funding is made available for parents to develop new initiatives in their schools and preschools to encourage the involvement and participation of parents.  Emphasis is placed on programs that encourage greater participation of parents previously not well represented in school and preschool decision making forums.  Such groups include parents/caregivers of Aboriginal students, transient students, students from low socio-economic backgrounds, students from multicultural backgrounds, and students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties.

Parent groups in schools and pre schools apply for a grant by completing an application form that is forwarded to schools through Info Connect at the beginning of term 3 each year. Sites have approximately a term to complete applications and forward them to DECS.  Go to www.leadersdesktop.sa.edu.au

Dorothy Dolling Memorial Trust Grants
This grant is available to rural students, of any age, to continue or further their studies. Preliminary applications close on 15th December each year. Phone 8332 4166 for application forms.

Drought Assistance - School Card
Department of Education and Children's Services have made available to drought stricken areas of South Australia funding to support students at school. Visit http://www.decs.sa.gov.au/goldbook/  and select School Card from the column on the left and then click Procedures and Forms 2007.

Green Vouchers for Schools Program - The Federal Government will provide up to $50,000 for every school to install solar hot water systems and a rainwater tank. Phone 1800 020 625 or go to http://www.environment.gov.au/programs/greenvouchers/index.html

Myer Foundation - Education Grant
This grant supports local (particularly rural and regional) community and school based projects to achieve education outcomes for 0-25 year olds. There are no specific closing dates and applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Visit http://www.myerfoundation.org.au/_106.asp for more information.
 
Rural Education Fund  Grants of $100- $25,000 available. Open to schools and incorporated non profit organisations to assist in alleviating disruption caused to students by rural crisis such as drought, bushfire, economic downturn, and to redress any educational disadvantage caused by remoteness of students, material aid for books, equipment, accommodation and clothing and more.  Go to http://www.frrr.org.au/programsDetail.asp?ProgramID=9  or ring 1800 170 020. Current round closing date: 31 December 2008.

Smith Family - Learning for Life Program - this scholarship program aims to end the cycle of poverty through education by helping disadvantaged children stay at school and reach their full potential by providing financial support for students from primary to tertiary levels.  Contact the office for more details or visit www.smithfamily.com.au

Telstra Foundation Social Innovation Grants
Grant applications must demonstrate the ways in which the project will build the number and nature of networks and social ties, increase participation in community or family life, or improve access to basic human entitlements such as health and education for Australian children and young people. Up to seven projects will be funded through the Social Innovation Grants program in 2008/09. Grants from $75,000 per year for up to three years are available. Expressions of Interest for 2008 are now closed. Next round expected June/July 2009.Visit http://www.telstrafoundation.com/dir148/tfweb.nsf/webdocs/CAG~SocialInnovationGrants?opendocument for more information

Telstra's Kids Fund
If you are a permanent Telstra Group employee you can apply for a grant of $1,200 to support a project or activity run by a not-for-profit organisation involving a child, 18 years or under, in your immediate family.
Telstra's Kids Fund supports a broad range of initiatives and projects including education, sports and recreation, arts and culture, environment, social issues and disability programs. This program is aimed at benefiting communities and does not provide funding for individual children. Next round expected to open April 2009. Click here for more information.

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EMERGENCY SERVICES

National Emergency Volunteer Support Fund
The 2008/09 grants will focus on emergency management volunteers. Funding under this grant is available to eligible organisations at the frontline of emergency management to carry out projects that contribute to attracting new volunteer recruits, encouraging current volunteers to continue to serve and to enable training activities to be conducted. Guidelines, application forms and details on how to apply are available on the Emergency Management Australia website - www.ema.gov.au/communityengagement or by phoning (02) 6256 4608. Closes Friday 7 March 2008.

SGIC 2008 communityhelp Grant
Through communityhelp, SGIC provide grants of $500 up to $5000 to groups committed to reducing the risk in the areas of crime prevention, road safety, emergenc