Volunteer Grants 2012 ? Applications Now Open
Volunteer Grants 2012 recognises the valuable work of Australia?s volunteers and is part of the Government?s ongoing commitment to supporting volunteers, assisting disadvantaged communities and encouraging social inclusion to assist vulnerable people within our society.
Funding of $16 million is available to eligible non-profit community organisations to assist their volunteers and encourage volunteering.
Volunteer Grants 2012 provides funding of between $1,000 and $5,000 to help non-profit organisations including sporting clubs to:
? contribute towards the costs of training courses for volunteers and/or undertaking background screening checks for volunteers; and/or
? purchase portable, tangible, small equipment items to help volunteers; and/or
? contribute towards fuel reimbursement for their volunteers, including those who use their cars to transport others to activities, deliver food and assist people in need.
Apply When?
from 1/6/2012 to 25/7/2012
Funding is limited and applications will be assessed and prioritised according to how strongly they meet the selection criteria. The selection criteria, eligibility requirements and other essential information about Volunteer Grants 2012 are provided in the:
How to Apply
Online/electronic applications
The online Volunteer Grants 2012 Application Form:
Grant Website
http://fahcsia.gov.au/sa/volunteers/funding/Pages/volunteer_grants2012.aspx
Enquiries
Phone the Volunteer Grants Hotline 1800 183 374 (Mon ? Fri 9am to 5pm AEST)
Email: vg2012@fahcsia.gov.au
