Apply now for the Social Sector Transformation Fund - Open Grant!

Last published on 22 Apr 2021 

The NSW Government 2020–21 Budget announced the Social Sector Transformation Fund with an allocation of $50 million.

About the fund

The Fund will provide grants to small and medium-sized charities and not-for-profits working in health and social service to help them modernise their operations - with a focus on capacity building, better digital service delivery, remote working capabilities and improving business strategies - so they can remain efficient, effective and viable.

How to apply

Eligible organisations can apply for up to three fixed amount Social Sector Transformation Fund - Open Grants through SmartyGrants:

  • $20,000 available for around 500 organisations
  • $50,000 available for around 300 organisations
  • $200,000 available to three organisations

Only one grant in this round will be approved for each organisation.

For more information, please refer to the Social Sector Transformation Fund - Open Grant Program Guidelines

Last updated:

25 Nov 2021

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