Deadline: 5-Sep-21
Applications are now open for the Direct Aid Program, a flexible small grants program through which the Australian Government supports development projects that contribute to sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction.
Funding Information
- Projects are generally between AUD5,000 and AUD40,000.
- Eligible applicants may apply for funding of up to a maximum AUD60,000, but projects over AUD30,000 must be delivered in partnership with established entities and have a strong project design with a detailed budget, project timeline and risk management strategy.
What projects are eligible?
- DAP activities should have achievable and sustainable development outcomes for the communities involved. In 2021-22, DAP will support projects that focus on:
- addressing community health challenges and non-communicable diseases (NCDs) e.g. health screening services, public health campaigns, sporting projects etc.
- promoting human rights, including projects that empower women, youth, Indigenous communities and people with disability e.g. capacity building training etc.
- improving access to safe water and levels of sanitation and hygiene in communities e.g. water tanks/systems, sanitation facilities etc.
- promoting sustainable environmental practices e.g. protection of coral reefs, sustainable fishing and sustainable agricultural practices etc.
- Preference will be given to projects where applicants and their communities make a contribution to the project (e.g. by providing labour, materials, transport or monetary support)
Ineligible
The following expenses are NOT eligible for funding:
- grants programs run by governments or organisations
- micro-credit schemes or any project that involves return of money or loans of cash
- staff salaries for implementing organisations
- administrative costs not directly related to project implementation
- rent or purchase of land
- purchase of vehicles or fuel
- routine, recurring and/or running costs including: office rental and utility costs; routine maintenance and repairs (including of equipment such as photocopiers, computers, stoves, fridges etc.) and office or equipment insurance
- commercial ventures
- catering
- accommodation
- transport, including flights, taxis and vehicle hire (although some costs may be considered on a case-by-case basis)
- sponsorship of major sporting tournaments or cultural displays that do not have clear development outcomes
- direct support for governments
Eligibility Criteria
Community groups, NGOs, local government organisations and other entities engaged in development activities on a not-for-profit basis in the countries listed are eligible to apply for funding through DAP:
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Belize
- Dominica
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Jamaica
- St Lucia
- St Vincent and the Grenadines
- Suriname
For more information, visit https://trinidadandtobago.embassy.gov.au/ptsp/cooperation.html