National Autism Strategy: Improving Social Connections Grant Opportunity
Tender ID: 603946
Tender Details
Tender Description
This Tender is invited by the Issuer.
This grant opportunity was announced as part of the Strategy release in January 2025.
The purpose of this grant opportunity is to support the delivery of peer support programs that improve the ability and opportunities for Autistic people to build and maintain meaningful social connections. These peer support programs aim to reduce social isolation, enhance wellbeing, and foster inclusive communities by providing safe, supportive, and accessible environments where Autistic individuals can connect with peers and participate in community life.
This grant opportunity aligns with the objectives of Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021–2031, particularly in promoting inclusive communities, improving social and economic participation, and ensuring people with disability have the opportunity to live fulfilling lives. It also supports the emerging priorities of the Strategy, which seeks to improve outcomes for Autistic people living in Australia through greater inclusion, access to supports, and recognition of neurodiversity.
Eligibility:
To be eligible, you must be one of the listed organisations and have received an invitation to apply from the department.
AMAZE Incorporated
15 600 724 949
Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect)
12 000 637 267
Autism Association of Australia Ltd
42 130 217 962
I CAN Network Ltd
63 608 173 100
Reframing Autism Ltd
33 634 493 628
The list of eligible organisations was determined because of their experience and/or specialist expertise and knowledge within the Autistic and autism community. ICAN and Reframing Autism are also Autistic-led organisations which align to the Strategies guiding principles.
We cannot consider your application if you do not satisfy all the eligibility criteria.
You can apply for grants under any Commonwealth program but if your application for the same activity is successful, you must choose either this grant or the other Commonwealth grant.
Terms and conditions include the five statutory funding conditions, which require a grantee to:
1. Comply with the code of conduct (contained within the Disability Services and Inclusion (Code of Conduct) Rules 2023
2. Implement and maintain a complaints management and resolution system (contained within the Disability Services and Inclusion (Complaints and Incidents Management) Rules 2023)
3. Implement and maintain an incident management system (contained within the Disability Services and Inclusion (Complaints and Incidents Management) Rules 2023)
4. Not be subject to a banning order that is in force under section 73ZN of the National Disability Insurance Act 2012 (NDIS Act). This also applies to their key personnel, employees or persons otherwise engaged by the grantee (see section 4.3 for more information).
It is your responsibility to ensure you understand your obligations under the DSI Act, when applying for a grant. Further information can be found on the department’s website.
Total Amount Available (AUD):
$19,383,333.00
Instructions for Application Submission:
Submit the completed application form and all necessary attachments by the closing date and time via the red Submit Application button on the left-hand side.
You should keep a copy of your application and any supporting documents. Registered users will receive an automated email notification acknowledging the receipt of the submission. If you do not receive an automated email notification within 24 hours of submission, please email Grant.ATM@health.gov.au.
For technical assistance when submitting your application through GrantConnect please contact the GrantConnect Helpdesk:
• Phone: 1300 484 145
• Email: GrantConnect@finance.gov.au
Other Instructions:
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• Filename(s) do not exceed 100 characters.
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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
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