Australian Jewish Community Priority Projects Grant

Overview The Department of Home Affairs is offering the Australian Jewish Community Priority Projects Grant to fund initiatives that combat prejudice and promote understanding, tolerance and respect between Australian Jewish communities and other cultural, ethnic and religious groups. The grant also supports Australian Jewish communities to participate in cultural, religious and civic life free from discrimination and hatred. Objectives The objectives of the grant opportunity are to: Support opportunities that promote understanding, tolerance and respectful engagement between Australian Jewish communities and other racial, ethnic and religious groups Combat prejudice that leads to racial discrimination and promote understanding, tolerance and friendship between Australian Jewish communities and other racial, ethnic and religious groups, through activities in the fields of teaching, education, culture and information Enable members of Australian Jewish communities to practise their religion and enjoy their culture in community with other members of their group safely Support community members to participate in cultural and religious traditions through activities that strengthen connection and inclusion Support activities that promote community connection, social cohesion and recovery following the antisemitic Bondi terrorist attack, including through opportunities for cultural, religious and civic participation Improve access to appropriate mental health support for community members affected by the antisemitic Bondi terrorist attack, including activities that assist community members to recognise when professional mental health treatment or support may be required and engagement of appropriately qualified mental health professionals to improve awareness of available mental health services and pathways to care Improve access to appropriate support for community members affected by the antisemitic Bondi terrorist attack Funding The total amount available under this grant opportunity is $13,000,000.00. Contract Terms and Conditions Projects must be no longer than 12 months in duration and must be completed by 31 March 2028 Eligibility You can apply if you: Have an Australian business number (ABN) established for at least 12 months before the application close date Are located in Australia Are a not-for-profit organisation or registered charity and are one of the following entities: An entity incorporated in Australia An Aboriginal and Torres Islander Corporation registered under the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006 (Cth) A company limited by guarantee An incorporated trustee on behalf of a trust An incorporated association A co-operative A statutory entity You must be registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission or provide a signed declaration confirming your not-for-profit status. See section 7.1 of the guidelines for more information. To be eligible your organisation must also: Have a connection to the Australian Jewish community or communities that your project will serve Provide evidence of the need for your proposed project The full eligibility criteria is set out in the grant opportunity guidelines. How to Apply To apply, go to https://business.gov.au/ajc Enquiries Phone: 13 28 46 Email: enquiries@industry.gov.au Web: https://business.gov.au/ajc business.gov.au provides information and advice via phone (13 28 46), email and web chat. Contact us for assistance.