Grants
The Victorian Multicultural Commission runs a Community Grants Program to provide support to Victoria’s culturally and linguistically diverse communities, especially new and emerging communities, to develop and sustain local community organisations and programs.
The aim of the grants program is to strengthen the capacity of individuals to manage their own affairs, to participate in and influence their local communities and to participate in the benefits available to them as members of society. The program aims to address the needs of ethnic communities, combat the disadvantages faced by many of these communities and promote community cohesion and harmony. To help you apply for a grant, we have developed an information list that explains some commonly used terms. Click here for the Grants terms (DOC 267 kb).
The Commission’s Community Grants Program has five main categories which have been strategically developed by the VMC to meet specific and identified needs in ethnic communities. The categories are Organisational Support, Strengthening Multicultural Communities, Buildings and Facilities Improvements, Educational Programs and Festivals and Events.
Grant Categories
There are five main categories which have been strategically developed by the VMC to meet specific and identified needs in ethnic communities. Find out more about the grant categories.
How to apply
The VMC has a simple and easy process for applying for grants. Find out about the application process.
Other funding sources
In addition to the VMC, there are many other organisations that provide information about grants and assistance programs. Find out about other funding sources.
Forms and templates
.Download the forms and templates you need to apply for your grant. Find out about forms and templates.
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