The Capital of Equality Grants Program has been redesigned to better respond to community needs. The program aims to support and strengthen Canberra’s LGBTIQ+ communities. $700,000 has been allocated to the 2023 and 2024 grant rounds. Funding is available across three streams:
Information about projects that have received funding before the program was redesigned is available here.
Grant guidelines
When preparing your application, refer to the Capital of Equality Grants Program Guidelines:
- Capital of Equality Grants Program - 2022-23 Guidelines 556 KB
- Capital of Equality Grants Program - 2022-23 Guidelines 402 KB
Schedule a meeting
Meeting with a team member will help you understand what organisations might look for in your application. This is particularly important if you have never applied for a grant before.
The meeting will also provide an insight to government working and provide a connection with community to the Office of LGBTIQ+ Affairs.
Phone: 02 6205 1346
Email: Equalitygrants@act.gov.au