The grants are aimed at supporting the delivery of small scale programs that can be completed within twelve months.

The maximum amount that can be applied for is $40,000. It is envisaged to be a one-off grant for a defined purpose.

The grants are allocated towards eight areas:

• Arts and culture
• Education
• Health and medical research
• Community development
• Social cohesion and inclusion
• Poverty and disadvantage
• Environment
• Emergency response and recovery.

Not-for-profit organisations wanting to apply must have a deductible-gift recipient status covered under Item 1 of the Tax Act.