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We are one of the few women-focused grant-makers in Australia. Thanks to our supporters, we've funded over 800 projects that directly benefit women, girls and gender-diverse people across Victoria.
Funding Stream
Focus Area
2025/2026
12 of 20 grants found

Con IrwinEducation and Voice2025/2026
From Kit to Practice: Gender Equity in Early Years Education
FVREE
A gender equity resource kit was piloted in early childhood education settings to disrupt harmful stereotypes early.
Grant Amount: $6,209

Con IrwinEducation and Voice2025/2026
Deaf Young Women’s Peer Support Group (pilot program)
Flying Fox Services Limited
A peer support group facilitated by young deaf women fostered leadership, friendship, and exploration of deaf culture.
Grant Amount: $10,000

Ruth Owens and Kevin LynchEconomic Security2025/2026
Chin Women’s Money Network
Women's Health East
An online financial literacy programme empowered migrant and refugee women to become peer educators within their communities.
Grant Amount: $10,000

Union of Australian Women (Vic)Culture and Rights2025/2026
We are Empowered, We Belong, We are One
Willum Warrain Aboriginal Association
Indigenous women designed a community jumper featuring their artwork to build and celebrate a shared identity.
Grant Amount: $3,500

Prue MyerEducation and Voice2025/2026
Educate the Men, Support the Women
Bakhtar Community Organisation
Culturally sensitive workshops educated the Afghan community about family violence laws, respectful relationships, and safety planning strategies.
Grant Amount: $10,000

Deborah Ganderton and John HenryEducation and Voice2025/2026
Membership Engagement Event and Associated Planning
Early Pregnancy Loss Coalition
A dedicated networking event strengthened collaboration among member organisations working nationally to address early pregnancy loss issues.
Grant Amount: $5,000

Prue MyerEducation and Voice2025/2026
The Empowered Care Model: Building Education Pathways for Young Women Carers
Little Dreamers Australia
An education support module provided tailored coaching and school advocacy for young female carers facing systemic disadvantage.
Grant Amount: $10,000

Christine Friday and Kathleen PooleyCulture and Rights2025/2026
Koorie Mothers and Babies Possum Skin Cloak-making Two Day Workshop
Koorie Heritage Trust
A cloak-making workshop offered First Peoples mothers a culturally rich opportunity for creative expression and intergenerational care.
Painting by Jenny Murray-Jones, (Yorta Yorta, Baraparapa, Wiradjuri), Possum skin cloak, 2003. Oil and wax on canvas. Collection of Koorie Heritage Trust. Gift of Beth Charles and Bernard Marin.
Grant Amount: $7,000
Nancye and John CainHealth and Wellbeing2025/2026
Deaf Women Victoria Outreach
Deaf Victoria
Workshops, outings, and wellbeing activities fostered social networks and improved health literacy for deaf and hard of hearing women.
Grant Amount: $7,000
Supriya SinghEconomic Security2025/2026
Financial wellbeing for ageing women in Victoria – Delivery stage
WIRE (Women’s Information and Referral Exchange)
Financial wellbeing workshops were delivered to older women to build knowledge, self-advocacy skills, and long-term economic security.
Supriya Singh Sub-Fund
Grant Amount: $7,000
Loula RodopoulosEducation and Voice2025/2026
Echo & Bloom – “Echo” for voices to be heard through adversity and “Bloom” for the generation of new stories
Community Centre Swifts Creek Inc.
A creative writers group was established for rural women, culminating in the publication of a community book.
Grant Amount: $5,000

Health and Wellbeing2025/2026
Beyond the Status Quo
Women with Disabilities Victoria
A disability-led podcast series challenged stereotypes and explored authentic storytelling for women and gender diverse people.
Grant Amount: $5,560
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