Victorian Values Statement
The Victorian Government is committed to building community harmony and ensuring every Victorian feels safe and can participate in all aspects of Victorian life.
This commitment is reflected in the contractual relationship with funded organisations, which sets out the expectation that organisations will uphold the Victorian Government values and the Commitment to Social Cohesion, when delivering their funded projects.
Appendix 1: MFE Checklist
Use this checklist to ensure your application is appropriately completed.
MFE program acronyms and definitions
Understand the list of acronyms used to explain the MFE program.
Do you need more information or help?
You can attend an information session, contact the Multicultural Affairs team or read more online.
Successful grant recipients
If successful, your organisation must enter into a funding agreement, consider GST implications for your organisation and submit a final report.
Submitting your application
What you can expect from the application process.
Assessment process overview
All applications undergo an eligibility assessment. Medium and large stream applications also undergo an assessment of the responses to the criteria.
How will your application be assessed?
All applications will be checked to make sure they meet the eligibility requirements.
Eligibility Overview
To apply for funding, your organisation must meet the eligibility criteria.
Expectations of funded festivals and events
Events funded by this program must be respectful and open to all Victorians.
Priority groups and events
This is why the MFE program shares the funding fairly and supports communities that have fewer resources or smaller networks.
What is the 2026–27 Multicultural Festivals and Events Program?
The Multicultural Festivals and Events (MFE) Program offers grants to help multicultural communities run events that bring people together and celebrate our shared diversity.
Message from the Minister for Multicultural and Multifaith Victoria
Multicultural festivals and events encourage Victorians to learn about our state’s many cultures, to experience different traditions, and to showcase the pride we have in our multicultural society.
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