The NSW Government has announced close to $1 million in a new grant program to sustainably grow Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations (ACCOs) that provide support to children and families across NSW.
The Governance, Resilience, Opportunities and Workforce (GROW) grants are designed to bolster the capability of ACCOs, furthering the NSW Government’s commitment to Closing the Gap by backing a strong and sustainable Aboriginal community‑controlled sector.
“The GROW Grants Program is another important way we are honouring our commitments to help enable Aboriginal organisations to provide care and support for the most vulnerable members of their communities,” said Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Treaty, David Harris.
“By investing directly in Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, we’re empowering communities to design and deliver the solutions that work for them. This program supports our broader Closing the Gap priorities by strengthening the foundations of Aboriginal-led services now and for future generations.”
The grant round will support small and emerging organisations to build their capability. Grant funds can be used to boost an ACCO’s governance, workforce development, business strategy, financial sustainability and data capability.
The program will offer one‑off grants across two categories:
- Category 1: $3,000 to $15,000
- Category 2: $15,001 to $50,000
“These GROW grants are designed to strengthen emerging Aboriginal organisations so they can continue to provide quality services for their communities well into the future,” said Minister for Families and Communities, Kate Washington.
Applications for the GROW Grants Program are open until 19 March. Successful applicants will be notified in May.
More information, including guidelines and application details, is available on the DCJ website and the NSW Government Grants and Funding Finder.
