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Have an idea to make our community a better place, but need the funds to bring it to life? Apply for a community grant.

Community Grants

Our Granting Partners

The 2025 Community Grant Program comprises funds pooled together from a variety of donors and partners, including:

  • Border Trust
  • ACE Radio 2AY with Philanthropic Partner, Handbury Foundation
  • Adroit Insurance & Risk Named Sub Fund
  • Michael and Sue Houlihan Named Sub Fund
  • Katharine Sleeman Named Sub Fund
  • The Scots School Albury.

The 2025 Grant Program

The Border Trust Community Grant Program considers applications from community based, not for profit organisations for projects that address areas of the highest need within the community.

Generally, small grants of up to $5,000 will be considered. In exceptional circumstances, a grant of up to $10,000 may be considered following a discussion with Border Trust.

Local not-for-profit and community organisations are invited to apply, with a focus on projects that promote Community Wellbeing and Community Equity. These small grants have the power to create a big impact, driving meaningful change in our region.

Don’t miss this opportunity to make a lasting difference in our community!

Key Dates

Opens: 3rd February 2025

Closes: 10th March 2025

For more information & to discuss your project, contact:

Glenys Atkins, Community Engagement + Impact
Border Trust, Community Foundation for Albury Wodonga Region
glenysa@bordertrust.org.au or 0447 684 506

Download General Information for Grant Applicants
Online Application Here

Eligibility

To be eligible, your organisation must:

  • Be a not-for-profit community-based organisation which functions for charitable purpose
  • Operate for the benefit of communities within the Local Government Areas of Albury, Federation, Greater Hume, Indigo, Towong and Wodonga
  • Have a registered ABN or Incorporated Association Number
  • Meet any other specific eligibility requirements as noted.

The support you need to get the grant

In addition to our community grant round, all community organisations are invited to participate in our free grants workshop series running from June.

Please follow us on our socials and through our website for further information.

Workshops include:

  1. Unpack your Project
  2. Grant Preparation & Writing
  3. Prepare to Pitch
  4. Practice your Pitch.

The Big Give Annual  Showcase

The Big Give is our feelgood night of the year, highlighting the generosity of local donors and partners and announcing community grant recipients.

In 2024, over $846,000 in community grants was awarded to support 40 community initiatives across the six LGAs of Albury, Wodonga, Indigo, Federation, Towong and Greater Hume. The grants provided will support many charitable projects aimed at addressing community equity, connection and wellbeing across the Border region.

The Big Give demonstrates the power of local donations in bringing life-changing ideas and innovations to reality. It showcases the incredible spirit of locals caring for locals and working together to build a stronger, more connected community.

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