The Program provides time-limited grants for new projects which grow participation in volunteering by diverse community groups in NSW.
More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
June 2023
What was approved
Approved for African Australian Football Association
The African and CALD Youth Volunteering and Inclusion Project aims to increase participation, build capacity, and promote recognition of African and culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) volunteers in South-Western and Western Sydney. The project will empower young people from these communities to engage in volunteering and community building activities. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$21,369 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
Blacktown, Canterbury-Bankstown, City of Parramatta, Cumberland, Fairfield, LiverpoolAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for ASSISTANCE DOGS AUSTRALIA LIMITED
Assistance Dogs Australia's Paws for Diversity project empower CALD adults across Greater Sydney to overcome volunteering barriers and increase CALD volunteers who are crucial in supporting the effective breeding, training and socialisation of future assistance dogs. ADA staff receive cultural competency training to enhance inclusion with CALD communities. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$23,000 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
Bayside, Georges River, Kiama, Penrith, Shellharbour, Sutherland Shire, Sydney, WollongongAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for AUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATION FOR THE WELLBEING OF CHILDREN IN HEALTH CARE
The Breaking Barriers: Engaging Diverse Volunteers Project aims to increase diverse community groups' participation in AWCH and healthcare volunteering programs. The project will identify and address barriers to create more effective pathways for volunteers from diverse backgrounds to support children and families from all backgrounds in healthcare settings. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$20,000 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
AllAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for AUSTRALIAN MACEDONIAN WELFARE & WELLBEING NSW
This is an exciting and highly needed project that empowers Macedonian and other former Yugoslavian communities (new arrivals/migrants) as Multilingual volunteers in the community. The project will grow volunteering participation of Macedonian & other former Yugoslav background and build capacity for sustainable recruitment, training, and support of volunteers. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$24,900 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
Bayside, Canterbury-Bankstown, Fairfield, Georges River, LiverpoolAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for BATHURST INFORMATION AND NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE INCORPORATED
This project will develop the confidence and skills of diverse community members who have been unable to successfully participate in volunteering opportunities. A volunteer enabling directory will be developed and supports provided. In addition support will be provided to volunteer involving organisations to increase their capacity for inclusion. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$24,000 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
Bathurst Regional, OberonAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for CCA NEW SOUTH WALES LTD
CCA has long been an organisation with volunteers at its core. This project will rejuvenate our volunteering program, making it better reflect the community diversity. Access and opportunity for CALD community members and the training and recognition of volunteers at its core, the project will be led by volunteers. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$23,250 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
City of Parramatta, Cumberland, RydeAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for COMMUNITY RESOURCES LIMITED
The Green Connect Friendship Garden will invite local people from diverse backgrounds to come to our 11-acre organic farm to learn how to grow food and protect the land whilst working alongside others, building relationships and learning new skills. The project will create a safe, welcoming, outdoor community led garden. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$24,366 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
WollongongAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for CULTURAL DIVERSITY NETWORK INCORPORATED
This program is aimed at creating opportunities for new migrants and refugees who are struggling to enter the job market in Sydney. The project will recruit, train and mentor diverse community members, helping to promote confidence, empowerment and skill-building whilst improving employability. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$19,078 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
City of Parramatta, Cumberland, FairfieldAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for FAIRFIELD CITY COUNCIL
This project will work with young people, older volunteers and volunteer-involving organisations (VIO) to develop resources that aim to promote benefits of volunteering and local opportunities. The project will also provide training for VIOs to build their capacity to attract, support and retain volunteers from diverse communities. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$25,000 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
FairfieldAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for GREYHOUND RESCUE INCORPORATED
Greyhound Rescue (GR) a leader in the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of greyhounds discarded by the racing industry. GR relies on a vibrant volunteer base of people from all walks of life to operate, and is seeking to partner with the NSW Government to engage further with the LGBTQIA+ community. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$15,000 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
WollondillyAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for ILLAWARRA MULTICULTURAL SERVICES INC
The project will provide opportunities for Refugee and CALD communities to access free IT services whilst increasing the skills of the volunteers coming from this cohort. This program will provide local experience for skilled migrants to have their expertise recognised in Australia whilst improving their self-esteem and confidence. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$25,000 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
Kiama, Shellharbour, WollongongAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for MURRUMBIDGEE COUNCIL
The project will empower our local community groups to develop and run successful events. The training sessions will provide informative and hands on training in Operations and Risk Management, Post Event Review, Succession Planning, Event Finance, Sponsorship, Logistics and preparation for Events. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$11,548 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
MurrumbidgeeAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for MUSEUM OF APPLIED ARTS AND SCIENCES
This program connects volunteers and community members to collect and share their 'lived experience' stories relating to museum objects, promoting social connection and local history preservation. It offers a chance for community members to experience volunteering and provides meaningful and rewarding experiences for volunteers to give back to their communities. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$10,000 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
MurrumbidgeeAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for MUSLIM WOMEN ASSOCIATION
Through leadership training, mentoring, values based learning, and practical experience and opportunities, Impact of Change will allow people of CALD backgrounds to gain an in depth understanding of their own strengths and how they can utilise them to directly contribute to building a stronger community. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$25,000 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
Canterbury-BankstownAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for NSW SERVICE FOR THE TREATMENT AND REHABILITATION OF TORTURE AND TRAUMA SURVIVORS (STARTTS)
Full Circle is developed with and for diverse volunteers, many of whom come from refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds aiming to give back to their communities through supporting the different areas of STARTTS in delivering trauma-informed services and programs to help people heal from the impacts of torture and trauma. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$19,010 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
Armidale Regional, Blacktown, Coffs Harbour, Cumberland, Fairfield, Liverpool, Newcastle, Wagga Wagga, WollongongAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for SHINE FOR KIDS
This Project aims to recruit, train and support SHINE for Kids’ volunteer mentors from diverse community groups, including CALD and First Nations communities, and empower them to become successful mentors and volunteers across our NSW programs supporting young people in custody, and children with a parent in custody. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$24,282 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
Cessnock, City of Parramatta, Goulburn Mulwaree, Grafton 2460, Kempsey, ShoalhavenAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
Minister responsible for VolunteeringMore about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for Somali Australian Community Association of NSW (SACA)
The Somali and CALD Community Diversity and Inclusion Volunteering Project will address key issues of diversity and inclusion in volunteering in Western and South-Western Sydney. It will focus on improving cultural awareness and competency involved in volunteering, as well as enhancing volunteer recruitment processes, recognition, retention, support, engagement, and training. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$21,522 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
Canterbury-Bankstown, City of Parramatta, Cumberland, Fairfield, LiverpoolAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for South Sudanese Community And Youth Association of NSW
The South Sudanese and CALD Communities Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Project aims to enhance cultural awareness and competency by promoting available volunteer opportunities through targeted recruitment processes. The project also emphasises volunteer recognition, retention, and support through training and engagement, with a focus on building strong volunteer relationships. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$23,520 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
Blacktown, City of Parramatta, Cumberland, PenrithAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for Success Works Partners Inc
Lived Experience And Diversity in mentoring matters: the LEAD Program will recruit and train volunteer mentors who are diverse and can share their lived experience with the vulnerable women Success Works helps. Creating a mentee-mentor match, where both are diverse and share lived experience, is incredibly powerful for both parties. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$24,762 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
Blacktown, Camden, Campbelltown, Canterbury-Bankstown, City of Parramatta, Cumberland, Fairfield, Liverpool, Penrith, The Hills ShireAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for THE BURDEKIN ASSOCIATION INC
The Burdekin Association seeks to engage with people from diverse backgrounds who live in Sydney's south-east and inner-west to be volunteer role models and mentors for our diverse young people aged 9-17 years who are in Out of Home Care and need trusted adults to build their identity and skills. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$25,000 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
Bayside, Canterbury-Bankstown, Georges River, Inner WestAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for THE RETURNED AND SERVICES LEAGUE OF AUSTRALIA NEW SOUTH WALES BRANCH
The purpose of the RSL NSW Sport & Recreation Program is to promote social connectedness and wellbeing for our member/volunteer network and wider veteran & family members community through enjoyable sub-Branch-led sports and recreational activities. These volunteer-facilitated activities will support mental wellness, physical health, and a sense of belonging. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$25,000 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
AllAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for WHEELCHAIR RUGBY LEAGUE AUSTRALIA LIMITED
To help acquire, train, and retain a new cohort of volunteers for NRL Wheelchair in NSW we have developed a volunteer training program in consultation with disability athletes. This inclusive program engages volunteers of different abilities from diverse backgrounds, and is designed to upskill, value and connect volunteers. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$24,870 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
AllAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
What was approved
Approved for WOLLONDILLY SUPPORT AND COMMUNITY CARE INC.
The program aims to connect Culturally and Linguistically diverse groups to voluntary opportunities at IC Care. This includes initial contact, events, onboarding, training, hands-on experience and retention strategies to ensure these people are supported in gaining skills and experience. This grant was awarded to the recipient on 25 May 2023.
$20,500 was approved by
Minister responsible for VolunteeringDate approved
June 2023Location of the recipient
Camden, WollondillyAbout the grant
Applications approved
23
Applications received
109
Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program
Program term
1 year to 30 June 2024More about Volunteering Diversity and Inclusion Grants Program