Community Grants of up to $5,000 on offer.

About our Community Grants Program

Since 2003, we’ve invested more than $4 million into over 1,000 projects nationally. Thanks to these active community groups, we’ve seen some amazing success stories. If you know a group that’s working to make your local community safer, then this is the perfect program to support them to make a difference to your community.

Crime
Prevention

Initiatives suitable for this category include programs that increase safety and security in local communities by reducing the opportunity for crime, or by targeting persons at risk of becoming criminal offenders by empowering them to participate in programs.

Road
Safety

Initiatives considered for this category will be programs that seek to change behaviours on the road and reduce the likelihood and severity of road incidents. Preferred initiatives should aim to create a positive safety impact, be based on evidence and lead to behavioural change.

Emergency
Readiness &
Response

Initiatives suitable for this category will focus on creating awareness about the importance of preparation and response to minimise the likelihood or severity of incidences in and around the home or local community during major natural perils or hazardous incidents.

Environment

Initiatives will raise awareness and/or promote community engagement with environmental sustainability activities. Preference will be given to projects which demonstrate strong environmental education, decrease carbon emissions and directly engage communities.

How to apply?

Applications for the 2011 Community Grants program are now closed. Community groups will be notified of the outcome of their application by 31 May 2011.

You can register your interest in the 2012 Community Grants and we’ll let you know when application are open. Register your interest for the program in your state: NSW/ACT/NT/TAS, QLD, SA and WA.

For further information about the Community Grants program you can download an information booklet for the program in your state: NSW/ACT/NT/TAS, QLD, SA, WA and VIC.

Groups making safer communities

Crime Prevention

Who: Bantal Pulaar Community Group Australia, NSW

What: Comfort Zone - West African Communities Project

How much? $4,400

This project aims to create a mechanism and space where it is safe to engage with newly arrived migrant youth, children and parents through workshops and seminars aiming to prevent anti-social behaviours and crime.

Road Safety

Who: Jindalee State School P&C Association, QLD

What: Cycle Skills & Safety Program

How much? $5,000

The Cycle Skills & Safety Program will ensure Grade 4 to 7 students at Jindalee State School are 'road ready' when riding their bikes. Students will learn to carry out a bicycle and helmet check, understand bicycle safety equipment, gain bicycle control, understand road rules and recognise cycle lanes.

Emergency Readiness & Response

Who: Albany Injury Prevention Association, WA

What: Albany Seniors Smoke Alarm

How much? $4,450

The Albany Seniors Smoke Alarm Project will create awareness and educate seniors on the importance of smoke alarms in their homes. The project will also provide regular checking, installation and maintenance of smoke alarms for less mobile seniors.

Environment

Who: Allenby Gardens Primary School, SA

What: Allenby in Action Reduce what goes to landfill

How much? $5,000

This sustainable living project will involve developing an outdoor learning environment, including worms, composting, chickens, and plots for growing varieties of plants. Students will actively participate in the development of the learning centre which will aid in their educational experience.

Did you know?

Since 2003 we've provided over $4 million to more than 1,000 community groups nationally.

Hints & Tips

Read our Information Booklet NSW/ACT/NT/TAS, QLD, SA, WA and VIC, which includes a sample application and some great tips to help you prepare.

FAQs?

Check out our FAQs or give us a call on 1300 306 496.