Volunteer Grants 2024-25: Everything you need to know

The Australian Government is now accepting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for the Volunteer Grants 2024-25 program. Grants of between $1,000 and $5,000 will be available to support the efforts of volunteers. Applications follow a two-stage process. Applicants must first submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to their Federal MP, after which selected organisations will be invited to complete a full application. Each Federal MP has $66,225 (ex GST) to allocate per electorate. To be eligible, organisations must have a minimum of 40% of volunteers working for the organisation.

Key Program Details:

Eligibility: Organizations must have at least 40% volunteer workforce.

Grant Use: Funding can be used for:

• Category 1: Purchasing essential equipment for volunteers, such as communication devices, computers, software, and internet services.
• Category 2: Supporting volunteer-run activities that benefit children and their families.

How to Apply:

• Submit an EOI: Submit your EOI to your local Federal MP.
• Full Application: If selected, you'll be invited to complete a full application.

Key Dates:

• EOI Closing Dates: December 2024 - Mid-January 2025 (varies by electorate)
• EOI Results: By February 26, 2025
• Full Application Deadline: March 12, 2025
• Full Application Results: July 2025
• Project Commencement: July 2025

For more information and to apply, please contact your local Federal MP's office.

By supporting volunteers, we can strengthen our communities.

IMPORTANT:

• This program is run by Federal electorate; not all electorates will open for EOIs at the same time and closing dates for EOIs will vary by electorate.
• If you are interested in applying, please contact your Federal MP’s electorate office ASAP to discuss your proposed project and obtain the process to submit an EOI.
• Once you have obtained these details, please contact the SLSA Grant Seeking Unit (details below) if you would like assistance with your EOI.
• If you wish to confirm the Federal Government electorate your Club/Branch is located in, visit electorate.aec.gov.au.

Grant Opportunity Guidelines have been published on GrantConnect