Healthy, connected communities should be a reality for every Victorian.
That’s why VicHealth’s Growing Healthy Communities Grants are back for Round 2!
What’s on offer?
Grants are available for up to $150,000, from a total funding pool of $4.7 million. Initiatives will be funded for a maximum of two years and must be delivered between March 2026 and March 2028.
Funding is available for organisations that support young Victorians (0-25 years) and their families to achieve good health and wellbeing.
Who can apply?
Applications are welcome from sporting, community, cultural, recreational and creative organisations, and other not-for-profit organisations planning to undertake activity in Victoria.
Challenge Statements
Applications must respond to one of the following challenges:
- Creating opportunities to participate in sport and active recreation across Victorian neighbourhoods, leading to benefits for active living, mental wellbeing and belonging.
- Strengthening local food systems by creating new or improved places for communities to access, procure, grow and share healthy, local and culturally appropriate fresh foods.
Funding Tiers
Tier 1: $10,000–$50,000
- Submit a full application directly via the VicHealth Funding Portal
- Applications close: 5pm, Wednesday 30 October 2025
- Optional: Submit a video application
Tier 2: $50,001–$150,000
- Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) via the VicHealth Funding Portal
- EOIs close: 5pm, Monday 8 September 2025
- Shortlisted applicants will be invited to submit a full application (2–30 October 2025)
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