Grants to provide long-term financial certainty for the successful organisation by being awarded $50,000 over three consecutive years, providing it with a total of $150,000.
Current status of program
CLOSED
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What is the Coopers Brewery Foundation – Sustainable Giving (CBF-SG)?
The Coopers Foundation Sustainable Giving initiative is an integral part of the Coopers Foundation’s annual giving program. Designed to provide long-term financial certainty, this initiative awards $150,000 to a selected organisation over three consecutive years, with $50,000 allocated each year.
CBF-SG level of support
- Total Funding: $150,000
- Annual Allocation: $50,000 per year over three years
CBF-SG important dates
- This is closed
- Register your interest with GrantHelper
CBF-SG objectives
The program is designed to support projects that align with the Foundation’s focus areas on a rotational basis. These areas are:
- 2024: Fostering family and community support based on Christian values
- 2025: Youth Education
- 2026: Aged Care / Medical Research / Health Care
Projects should ideally have long-term benefits that extend beyond the three years of funding.
Projects eligible for CBF-SG support
To be eligible for this program, projects must meet the following criteria:
Alignment with Annual Focus Area:
The project must align with the specific focus area for the year you are applying.
- 2024: Fostering family and community support based on Christian values.
- 2025: Youth Education.
- 2026: Aged Care / Medical Research / Health Care.
Long-term Impact:
- Projects should demonstrate the potential for long-term benefits that continue beyond the three years of funding.
- Examples include community programs that foster ongoing support networks, educational initiatives with lasting educational outcomes, or healthcare projects that lead to sustained health improvements.
Proven Need:
- The project should address a proven need within the community. This can be demonstrated through research, community feedback, or data showing the necessity and potential impact of the project.
Scalability and Sustainability:
- Projects should be scalable and sustainable, meaning they can be expanded or maintained over time without continual reliance on external funding.
- Strategies for sustainability might include training community members, developing income-generating components, or creating partnerships with other organisations.
Innovative Approaches:
- Preference may be given to projects that use innovative approaches to solve existing problems or meet community needs. This can include new methodologies, technologies, or unique partnerships.
Measurable Outcomes:
- Projects must have clear, measurable outcomes to track progress and success. This includes setting specific, achievable goals and having a plan for monitoring and evaluation.
See the guidelines for full details of projects eligible for CBF-SG support.
Other CBF-SG important details that you will need to know
Organisations eligible for CBF-SG support
Eligible organisations include those:
- Endorsed as Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) Item 1 by the Australian Tax Office.
- Registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
- With an annual income under $10 million.
- Only one application per organisation/DGR can be submitted in any two-year period.
See the guidelines for full details of organisations eligible for CBF-SG support.
CBF-SG assessment criteria
Applications will be assessed based on:
- Alignment with the Foundation’s annual focus area.
- The potential for long-term impact and benefits.
- Compliance with eligibility criteria.
See the guidelines for full details of the assessment criteria.
How do I get the CBF-SG?
Applicants must:
- Read and understand the guidelines.
- Ensure eligibility for the funding. Applicants that do not meet all the eligibility criteria will not be considered.
- Deliver the project as outlined in the application.
- Provide complete information requirements.
Information to prepare for the CBF-SG application
Prepare the following information for your application:
- Ensure your organisation meets all eligibility criteria.
- Prepare a detailed project plan aligning with the annual focus area.
- Be ready to demonstrate the long-term impact and benefits of your project.
See the guidelines for full details of information requirements.
Applying for the CBF-SG
Register your intent to apply via the coopersfoundation.org.au website.
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