CFAs: Julia Farr Disability Inclusion Grants Round 1 (Australia)

Deadline: 16-Oct-26

The Julia Farr Disability Inclusion Grants are inviting applications from eligible South Australian organisations for creative, community-driven projects that improve inclusion, accessibility, and participation for people with disability. Funded through the Home for the Incurables Trust and administered by the Department of Human Services South Australia, the grants continue a long-standing commitment to supporting people with disability. The programme enables organisations to develop initiatives that create more accessible and inclusive communities across South Australia. Funding is available through two tiers, with Tier 1 grants of up to $20,000 for projects delivered over 12 months and Tier 2 grants of up to $100,000 for projects delivered over 24 months.

About the Julia Farr Disability Inclusion Grants

The Julia Farr Disability Inclusion Grants build on the legacy of the Home for the Incurables Trust, which has supported people with disability since the late 19th century. The programme aims to empower South Australians with disability by supporting organisations to deliver projects that promote: - Participation. - Accessibility. - Inclusion. - Community engagement. - Accessible environments. - Better access to information and communications. The grants are intended to support practical initiatives that can improve the experiences of people with disability across South Australia. Alignment With the State Disability Inclusion Plan Projects must align with Domain 1 of the State Disability Inclusion Plan 2025–2029. The funding opportunity focuses on five priority areas: - Active participation. - Inclusive communities and attitudes. - Universal design for accessible environments. - Accessible facilities. - Communications and information. Applicants should clearly demonstrate how their proposed project contributes to one or more of these areas. What Types of Projects Can Be Supported? The programme supports creative and community-driven projects that address accessibility and inclusion barriers.

Examples of potential projects include:

- Inclusive community events. - Sensory-friendly programmes. - Accessibility upgrades. - Digital inclusion initiatives. - Projects that improve access to facilities. - Initiatives that encourage active participation. - Projects that promote inclusive community attitudes. - Universal design improvements. - Initiatives improving communications and access to information. Projects should demonstrate a clear benefit for people with disability and contribute to more inclusive communities. Funding Available The Julia Farr Disability Inclusion Grants provide funding through two tiers. Tier 1 Grants

Tier 1 provides:

- Up to $20,000. - Project delivery period of 12 months. This tier is suitable for smaller-scale initiatives that can deliver meaningful inclusion and accessibility outcomes within a one-year period. Tier 2 Grants

Tier 2 provides:

- Up to $100,000. - Project delivery period of 24 months. This tier can support larger projects requiring a longer implementation period and potentially greater resources. Priority for Service Gaps Applications that address service gaps will be prioritised. Particular attention is given to projects that respond to unmet needs and improve access to services or opportunities for people with disability. Projects addressing service gaps in regional and remote areas are also a priority. Applicants should clearly explain the gap their project is addressing and how the proposed initiative will improve outcomes for the affected community. Priority Groups The grants place particular emphasis on projects supporting priority groups within the disability community.

Priority groups include:

- Aboriginal people with disability. - Culturally and linguistically diverse communities. - Children with disability. - Women with disability. - LGBTQIA+ people with disability. - People with significant intellectual disability. Projects that address barriers experienced by these groups may receive priority consideration. Regional and Remote Communities Improving inclusion and accessibility outside metropolitan areas is an important consideration under the programme. Projects that address service gaps in regional and remote South Australia may be prioritised. Applicants proposing projects in these areas should explain the specific accessibility or inclusion challenge being addressed and how their project will benefit local people with disability. Who Can Apply? The grant is open to eligible organisations operating in South Australia.

Eligible applicants include:

- South Australian non-profit organisations. - Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations. - Local councils. - Community centres. - Neighbourhood houses. - Certified social enterprises. All applicants must meet the programme’s organisational and operational requirements.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

- Be operating in South Australia. - Have a valid Australian Business Number (ABN). - Provide services to South Australians with disability. - Meet the relevant requirements for their organisational type. Applicants should ensure that their organisation meets all eligibility conditions before submitting an application. Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations are eligible to apply. Projects supporting Aboriginal people with disability may also receive priority where they address identified inclusion, accessibility, or service gaps. Applicants should demonstrate how their proposed project responds to the needs of the communities they serve. Certified Social Enterprises Certified social enterprises are eligible applicants under the programme. This provides an opportunity for eligible social enterprises operating in South Australia to develop projects that improve inclusion and accessibility for people with disability. Who Is Not Eligible? Certain applicants are excluded from the Julia Farr Disability Inclusion Grants. I