Future Drought Fund Scaling Success Program
Tender ID: 597780
Tender Details
Tender Description
The Australian Government through the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (the department) is inviting organisations via a targeted process to apply for a grant under the Future Drought Fund Scaling Success Program (the Program) grant opportunity.
Up to $27 million GST exclusive is available for 2 years for projects commencing from 23 June 2026 to 2028. Applicants can apply for a minimum of $100,000 up to a maximum of $3 million GST exclusive.
The Program will enable targeted FDF projects to have impact beyond their initial scope, capitalising on existing success. The program will utilise existing momentum and networks to continue and expand FDF projects for greater impact and will support activities that are designed to deliver enduring outcomes.
Scaling of previous successful projects will target improved drought and climate resilience for the public good of the Australian agriculture sector, landscapes, and communities as a primary focus.
The objectives of the Program are to:
- Scale and Expand Proven Practices.
- Enhance Drought and Climate Resilience.
- Strengthen Community Wellbeing.
- Build Capacity and Diversity.
Applications must involve a consortium of partners. Each applicant must develop a theory of change for the project as part of the application process.
Eligibility:
To be eligible to receive a grant, you must be one of the invited organisations and have received an invitation to apply for this grant opportunity.
Location
New South Wales : Central West : Far North Coast : Far West : Hunter : Illawarra : Mid North Coast : Murray : New England : Orana : Riverina : Southern Highlands : Sydney
Queensland : Cairns & Far North Queensland : Gladstone : Mackay Whitsunday Region : Mount Isa & North West Region : Rockhampton : South East Queensland : South West & Darling Downs : The Central West : Townsville : Wide Bay Burnett
Victoria : Barwon South West : Gippsland : Grampians : Hume : Loddon Mallee : Melbourne
South Australia : Adelaide : Eyre & Western : Far North : Fleurieu & Kangaroo Island : Limestone Coast : Murray & Mallee : York & Mid North
Northern Territory : Barkly : Big Rivers : Central Australia : East Arnhem : Greater Darwin : Top End
Australian Capital Territory
Tasmania