Grants of $3,000 to $20,500 help organisations to support older Australians aged 50+ through free digital mentoring sessions. A range of resources and support materials are available to help organisations to deliver this program, including the learning courses available on the Be Connected learning site.
Closes Wednesday, 30 April
Creative Australia Grants
– Creative Australia Giving Day to the Arts Micro Grants: Grants of $2,500 for artists (and collectives) and $5,000 for organisations, for the creation of digital content for a Giving Day to the Arts fundraising campaign. Closes Tuesday, 3 June, 3pm
– Arts Projects for Organisations: Grants of $20,000 to $100,000 to fund a range of activities that deliver benefits to the arts sector and wider public, including national and international audiences and communities. Closes Tuesday, 2 September, 3pm
– Arts Projects for Individuals & Groups: Grants of up to $50,000 for a range of activities and projects, both national and international, across all art forms. Closes Tuesday, 2 September, 3pm
Wayahead Mental Health Month Grants
Grants of $500 or $1,000 for projects or events promoting mental health awareness, dialogue, support, and promotion during Mental Health Month (October). This year’s theme is “Taking Steps on your Wellbeing Journey”. Closes Friday, 6 June
Voluntary Position: Management Committee Member (Botany)
Botany Family & Children’s Centre (BFCC) are seeking an innovative and visionary individual to join their Management Committee, to play a pivotal role in fostering strategic partnerships and advancing key initiatives to support the growth of the organisation. This role requires a proactive professional who is dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the non-profit sector.
More information and application
Home Fire Safety Visits
People over 65 years old, those living with limited mobility, hearing or vision impairments, people supported by carers, and anyone with English as a second language is eligible for a NSW Fire + Rescue Safety Visit. They will check smoke alarms are working, install a smoke alarm or change smoke alarm batteries if needed, and may provide personalised fire safety advice.
More information
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Webinar: What the Changes to Aged Care Mean for Carers
Carers NSW webinar will cover information about the aged care reforms, what changes might impact carers of older people, and where to access relevant information.
Wednesday, 30 April, 12.30pm-1pm, via Zoom
Flyer | Registration | Contact: policy@carersnsw.org.au
Cracks in the Ice Video Series
Cracks in the Ice has launched three new videos developed with First Nations owned and led creative agency GARUWA. Based on real interviews with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities impacted by crystal methamphetamine, each video explores the different perspectives of a person who uses crystal methamphetamine and their recovery story, a family member, and a health worker.
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Request a Digital Champion to Speak at your Organisation
Good Things Foundation Australia has employed people with intellectual disability to share their story and support others to learn as Digital Champions. Digital Champions educate community organisations and support workers on how they can best support people with intellectual disability to be confident and safe online.
More information and Expression of Interest form
This post expires on Tuesday 8 July 2025