General Grants

General Grants

General grants are designed to support improved social and economic outcomes for people of Outback Australia.

Applications for general grants are considered four times a year. Applications are to be received by the Executive Officer by the 15th of February, May, August and November each year. The Trust’s decision will be notified to applicants by the end of March, June, September and December each year. Applicants who may require a faster turnaround are encouraged to contact the Executive Officer.

  • ARE YOU ELIGIBLE?

    Individuals:

    • Grants are available to people who reside in Outback Australia. Ie. People living and working on stations or in small isolated, rural and remote towns.
    • Residents of the outer remote and regional centres of Australia who provide assistance to those described above.
    • Australian Citizens and permanent residents of Australia.

    Organisations:

    • Grants are available to organisations supporting people who reside in Outback Australia. Ie. people living and working on stations or in small isolated, rural and remote towns.
    • Small to medium organisations as defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS)

    Please confirm your residential address fits the location criteria by referring to the Trust map of remoteness below. Locations categorised as very remote or remote are eligible. Outer regional locations may be considered in some circumstances, relative to access of services.

  • WHAT CAN YOU APPLY FOR?

    General grants can be used to fund a diverse range of activities. Specific projects, travel costs, education and skill building, technology (communications), community experiences, and a range of other options that align with the vision of the Trust.


    The Trust aims to improve social and economic outcomes for people in Outback Australia.


    Along with eligibility, partial consideration is given to the following for prospective recipients:


    • Advancement of education, health and wellbeing for an individual or those supported through an organisation.
    • Extension of skills and services in Outback Australia with the intention to remain, return, or assist residents of such places.
    • Innovation and passion projects that will directly impact people in communities of Outback Australia.
    • Financial assistance as required
    • Other outcomes which may not be covered by the above.

    Please note that typically, general living expenses, university fees and operational program costs like wages are not funded by general grants. 

  • HOW TO APPLY

    Application forms are to be submitted via the Connellan Airways Trust website or via email to info@connellanaiwaystrust.org.au.


    The Trust will always acknowledge receipt of applications.

  • GRANT GUIDELINES

    Click here to download the guidelines for the General Grants prior to applying


    Download a budget template here. 


    If you require assistance, please call the Executive Officer on 1800 733 810. 

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ELIGIBILITY OF REMOTENESS


Check your location on the map shown to see if you're eligible to apply. Locations categorised as very remote or remote are eligible. Outer regional locations may be considered in some circumstances, relative to access of services.

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