$600,000 grant supporting cross-sector collaborations delivering long-term support to families experiencing domestic and family violence across the Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia.
Current status of program
CLOSED
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What is the Strengthening Family-Centred Collaborations Grant?
The Strengthening Family-Centred Collaborations Grant Round is a new initiative funded by the Paul Ramsay Foundation to support existing cross-sector collaborations delivering long-term support to families experiencing domestic and family violence (DFV) across the Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia.
This grant round is focused on enabling organisations already working together to deepen their collaborative efforts in the areas of secondary prevention and recovery and healing, especially for cohorts such as pregnant women, children under 12 years, First Nations communities, and culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities.
Selected collaborations will not only receive financial support but also benefit from structured learning partnerships aimed at improving collective outcomes for families impacted by DFV.
Application process has two stages:
- Stage 1: Expression of Interest (EOI)
- Stage 2: Invitation to Interview (Shortlisted Applicants Only)
Strengthening Family-Centred Collaborations Grant level of support
Each successful collaboration will receive:
- $600,000 over three years ($200,000 per annum)
- Minimum co-contribution required: A minimum of $30,000 of the total grant must be allocated to learning, evaluation, and reporting activities.
This funding is for the collaboration as a whole, not individual organisations, and must be managed by a nominated lead (applicant) organisation.
Strengthening Family-Centred Collaborations Grant important dates
- This program is currently closed
- Register your interest with GrantHelper
Strengthening Family-Centred Collaborations Grant objectives
The program is designed to:
- Support existing collaborations to strengthen outcomes for families impacted by DFV.
- Enhance system-level collaboration across health, justice, housing, education, and other sectors.
- Build shared capability in evaluation, impact measurement, and inclusion of lived experience.
- Encourage systemic change through co-design, policy advocacy, and community-informed practices.
Projects and expenditure eligible for Strengthening Family-Centred Collaborations Grant support
Eligible activities include:
- Advocacy and policy reform
- Capability-building and network brokerage
- Community co-design
- Inclusion of lived experience in governance, design, and delivery
- Evaluation and impact measurement (including shared tools and data systems)
- Linker roles across sectors
- Development of shared infrastructure and storytelling initiatives
Ineligible expenditures include:
- Capital expenses (e.g., buildings, vehicles)
- Core operations or ongoing service delivery
- Political lobbying or activities benefiting political parties
- Retrospective funding
- Pilot programs or private benefits
- Program delivery and general operational overheads
Other Strengthening Family-Centred Collaborations Grant important details that you will need to know
Organisations eligible for Strengthening Family-Centred Collaborations Grant support
Collaboration Requirements
The collaboration must:
- Be based in and benefit communities in NT, QLD, SA, or WA (including adjacent areas for First Nations-led groups)
- Consist of three or more organisations working together for at least six months
- Focus on secondary prevention and/or recovery and healing
- Serve one or more key cohorts:
- Pregnant women
- Children under 12
- First Nations communities
- CALD communities
Applicant Organisation Requirements
The lead organisation must:
- Be ACNC-registered
- Be based in NT, QLD, SA, or WA
- Be First Nations- or CALD-led (or endorsed by such) if focusing on those cohorts
- Demonstrate capacity and governance to manage funds and coordinate collaboration
See the guidelines for full details of organisational requirements.
Strengthening Family-Centred Collaborations Grant assessment criteria
Each Expression of Interest (EOI) will be assessed against the following criteria:
- Eligibility of the collaboration (location, focus, and structure)
- Alignment with program objectives, including:
- Focus on prevention, healing, and family-centred support
- Evidence of meaningful collaboration over time
- Clear outcomes and shared purpose
Applications will be viewed favourably if they:
- Collaborate across two or more systems (e.g., education and justice)
- Serve multiple priority cohorts
- Are informed by research, evaluations, or expert advice
- Are led or influenced by people with lived experience
Note: No specific percentage weighting is provided for criteria.
How do I get the Strengthening Family-Centred Collaborations Grant?
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/s as outlined in the application.
- Provide complete information requirements.
Follow the steps below.
Step 1: Expression of Interest (EOI)
- Submit online between 29 April and 10 June 2025
- Takes under 2 hours to complete
- Preview EOI questions (refer to the Resources section below)
Step 2: Invitation to Interview (Shortlisted Applicants Only)
- Provide additional financial and policy documents
- Participate in a tailored 1-hour online interview
- Ensure a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is in place among collaboration members before funding is released
Information to prepare for the Strengthening Family-Centred Collaborations Grant application
Before applying, gather the following:
- Evidence of collaboration (e.g., shared project/event)
- Financials for all collaboration partners and detailed figures for lead applicant
- Organisational policies (child safety, modern slavery, etc.)
- Confirmation of intended program goals and outcomes
- Agreement on MOU across partners
See the guidelines for full details of information requirements.
Applying for the Strengthening Family-Centred Collaborations Grant
Applications must be submitted via the Paul Ramsay Foundation Portal.
Register your interest with GrantHelper to explore your alignment with this grant and how we can assist you to increase your chances of success.
Strengthening Family-Centred Collaborations Grant resources
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