Writing a grant application?
Writing a good grant application can be difficult if you aren't prepared, which is why we've put together the following resources, to assist you to write a strong application.
Use these resources to understand:
- how to write a grant application
- how to access the Grants Portal
- common grants words and terms
- in-kind contributions
- auspice and how to know if you need one.
Grant resources
Veterans grant terminology explained
Definition of key veterans grant program terms.
Grants - understanding in-kind contributions
Many grants request a co-contribution from applicants. ‘In-kind’ support is often accepted as an alternative. This includes donated goods, services or volunteer work to support a project.
Veterans grants auspice arrangements
Information organisations need to know when applying for a veterans grant under an auspice arrangement.
Privacy statement for veterans grant programs
Help with deciding whether to consent to the use of the images you have provided in relation to your grant funded by Office for Veterans in the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing.
How to write a good grant application
Step 1: Check that your organisation is eligible to apply
Before you get started, check that your organisation is eligible to apply for the grant.
To check, read the Grant Program Guidelines provided on each of the grant program page.
If you are unsure about the requirements, contact the Veterans Grants team by emailing veteransgrants@dffh.vic.gov.au
Step 2: Check to see if you require an auspice arrangement
If your organisation is not incorporated or does not have an ABN, you may still apply if you are supported by an eligible auspice organisation that has agreed to manage the grant for you.
Fine more details on the Veterans grants auspice arrangements page. [new page]
Step 3: Prepare your application
To prepare your grant application, take some time to:
- check the application close date
- check what evidence or documents you will need to include
- review grant application instructions.
Step 4: What to include in your grant application
When writing your grant application make sure you define:
- why is there a need for your project
- who will benefit from the project
- how does your project match the aim of the grant program.
To check that you've included this – ask yourself:
- Who will your project target?
- What will your project achieve?
- When will your project be held?
- Where will you project run?
- Why is your project important?
- How will you deliver your project?
- Who will manage your project?
Make sure you write clearly:
- a description of your project
- how your project will be undertaken
- a budget outlining all costs
- a timeline of when key deliverables will be achieved.
Step 5: Consider what other funding sources are available
When researching your project cost, consider what other funding sources are available and include this in your grant application.
Other funding sources could include:
- other government departments (state and federal) including the Department of Veterans Affairs community grants hub
- local councils
- philanthropic organisations
- local businesses
- volunteers
- your own fundraising.
Only include funding you have secured and is readily available to support your project in your application. If you are waiting on funding to be made available or approved from other sources, we recommended reapplying in a future round to ensure your project is not impacted if funding from these sources fail to release funds.
You can refer to the Veterans grants application preparation guide for further assistance and instructions.
Applying for a grant?
Before you get started, read:
- the grants program guidelines to check that you or your organisation is eligible to apply
- how to write a grant application.
Ready to apply, head to the Grants Gateway.
For assistance with the Grants Gateway you can refer to the Grant Gateway Login Instructions.
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