Grants & Opportunities

Grants for family planning and modern contraception projects in developing countries in the Asia Pacific region, typically awarded to organizations delivering high-quality services and advocating for family planning.

Financial assistance, food/petrol vouchers, meals for NICU parents, care packages, emergency accommodation, palliative care support, and bereavement grants for families with seriously ill children.

Direct grants for future-oriented community initiatives

Awards for community contribution

Seven pillars: Education for All; Healthy Diets & Lifestyles; Women's & Children's Safety; Arts, Culture & Imagination; Restoring Country; Sustainable Agriculture; Biodiversity

Various grant streams supporting community radio, television, and digital media organisations, content production, and sector development

Financial bursary for students in Year 7 or above to attend John XXIII College, established in 2021

Wildlife relief grants for nest boxes, drinking stations and habitat supplementation

Grants for community health projects in rural areas

The general grant application process is currently by invitation only. Funding decisions are made twice a year, in May and November. Organisations aligning with the Foundation's mission can express interest through an online form.

New grants program expanding KARI's community reach, launched to expand support beyond their 19 years of existing work

Open funding application for health-related projects and equipment at Townsville Hospital and Health Service

Marine Protected Area grants funding coral reef conservation, community-based marine management, and habitat restoration projects globally

Annual prestigious journalism awards across multiple categories

Grants supporting economic equity initiatives for women and girls in Australia

Grant funding to bases to support welfare and amenity for Air Force Aviators and dependants—mess furniture, equipment, kitchen appliances, community events

Grants available to aviators including SERCAT 3-5 Reservists, and in some cases former aviators or their dependants

Funding for documentary films at the post-production stage, with a preference for films previously supported by a Production grant. Requires a rough cut, a known pathway to audience, partnerships in place, and a realistic and targeted outreach plan. Grants may also be offered to a film’s key partner organisation. Applications are accepted on a year-round basis.

An open grant round where grants are directed by donors in conjunction with the Foundation team, with an online portal for opportunities.

Grant program in partnership with ACE Radio 2AY, likely for local community projects.

A grant program linked to the Give500 initiative, encouraging collective giving.

Funding for documentary outreach and impact campaigns

Financial support for parents to pursue therapies or paths for their children with disabilities that are not supported by traditional disability funds or adequately covered by private health insurance.

The Foundation, with sponsor Bondor Metecno, assists the Gallery in delivering this exhibition. The award celebrates diverse, high-calibre talent of artists living and working in the Northern Rivers, Tweed, and Gold Coast regions, including Bundjalung (First Nations) and emerging artist categories.