Australia Post offers community grants

22 May 2013

Australia Post has recently launched Our Neighbourhood, a new community program offering grants to registered charities and eligible community organisations.

The good news is Probus Clubs are able to apply for grants of between $1,000 and $25,000 as community organisations. 

Aiming to build healthier, more vibrant and inclusive communities across Australia, Our Neighbourhood is targeting local, regional and remote communities as well as Indigenous Australians and the socially disadvantaged. 

“For over two hundred years, we have helped communities connect with each other and governments across the country connect with customers and citizens,” Mr Ahmed Fahour, Australia Post Managing Director and CEO says. “Fostering more inclusive communities will be at the heart of Our Neighbourhood. It is our way of ensuring we provide continued support for communities to stay connected, both physically and digitally.”

Our Neighbourhood will focus on initiatives that provide all Australians with access to essential products and services. “This is an Australia Post first; a truly localised program that will provide people with the financial support, tools and resources that will assist them in building healthier, more vibrant and inclusive communities,” Mr Fahour says.

Examples of potential Our Neighbourhood Community Grants projects include targeting education programs, Men’s Sheds and new community products and services.

Our Neighbourhood Community Grants are now open for applications and will close on Friday 28 June 2013 at 5pm (AEST). 

To apply for an Our Neighbourhood Community Grant or to find out more about eligible organisations and selection criteria, visit www.ourneighbourhood.com.au or pick up an Application Kit at any Australia Post retail outlet.