Child Protection Week Grants to Support Community-Led Events (Australia)

The Child Protection Week Grants support community-led initiatives in Queensland that promote child safety, strengthen community engagement, and raise awareness of child protection issues. Grants fund events and activities that encourage family participation, collaboration among local organisations, and culturally inclusive programs for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Program Overview

The Child Protection Week Grants provide financial support to organisations and community groups hosting initiatives during Queensland Child Protection Week. The grants aim to:

• Promote child safety and wellbeing

• Encourage community engagement and participation

• Share information about local support services

• Reflect the strengths, diversity, and cultural values of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

• Build skills within communities to respond to child abuse and neglect

The annual theme for the program is: “Protecting children is everybody’s business.”

Funding Types

Regional Grant

• Amount: $5,000 (exclusive of GST)

• Focus: Initiatives across six Queensland regions:

  • Far North Queensland

  • North Queensland

  • Sunshine Coast and Central Queensland

  • Brisbane and Moreton Bay

  • South East Queensland

  • South West Queensland

• Eligibility: Collaborative events involving at least five partner organisations in a local area

Activity Grant

• Amount: $1,000 (exclusive of GST)

• Focus: Smaller local initiatives by non-government organisations, community groups, or networks

• Eligibility: One application per organisation per funding round

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Grant

• Amount: $5,000 (exclusive of GST)

• Focus: Initiatives led by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

• Criteria:

  • Promote child safety and community connections

  • Reflect cultural strengths, diversity, and community interests

  • Raise awareness of child abuse and neglect

  • Share services and support available for children and families

  • Build local skills to respond effectively to child protection issues

Who is Eligible?

Eligible applicants include:

• Non-government organisations (NGOs)

• Neighbourhood and women’s centres

• Childcare centres

• Parents and Citizens Associations

• Police Citizens Youth Clubs

• Community playgroups and youth centres

Important: Organisations may submit only one application per funding round per location, and funding is intended for new and distinct activities, not projects already funded from other sources.

How to Apply

1. Identify Grant Type: Choose Regional, Activity, or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Grant based on your initiative.

2. Develop a Proposal: Include:

   • Activity objectives

   • Target audience

   • Community partnerships

   • Expected outcomes and impact on child protection awareness

3. Submit Application: Provide details of participating organisations, budget breakdown, and timeline.

4. Review and Assessment: Applications are assessed based on alignment with program objectives, community engagement, and feasibility.

Key Tips

• Ensure the proposed activity is new and not funded by other sources

• Collaborate with multiple local organisations for Regional Grants

• Include culturally appropriate approaches when targeting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

• Clearly outline how the initiative contributes to child safety awareness and skills development

FAQs

1. Who can apply for the grants?
Non-government organisations, community centres, childcare centres, parents and citizens associations, and other community-based organisations in Queensland.

2. How many applications can an organisation submit?
One application per funding round for a single location.

3. What types of activities are supported?
Community events, workshops, awareness campaigns, family-friendly activities, and culturally inclusive programs that promote child safety.

4. Can previously funded projects apply?
No. Funding is intended for new, separate activities not already receiving other financial support.

5. Are partnerships required for all grants?
Yes, at least five partner organisations are recommended for Regional Grants; collaborations are encouraged for other grants but not mandatory.

6. What is the focus for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Grants?
Culturally led initiatives that strengthen child safety awareness, community connections, and local skills to respond to child protection issues.

7. Is funding inclusive of GST?
No, the listed grant amounts are exclusive of GST.

Conclusion

The Child Protection Week Grants empower Queensland communities to protect children, strengthen connections, and raise awareness of child safety issues. By supporting innovative and culturally inclusive activities, these grants help create safe, engaged, and informed communities across the state.