Grant Application Guidelines

Applications for funding in 2027 will be open for submission

from 1 February 2026 till 31 March 2026.

Webpage updated on 31 Aug 2025

Applications for funding in 2026 are closed, successful 2026 applicants will be advised in early September 2025.

1. Application Submission Process and Key Dates [2027]

 ·         Applications for 2027 project grants may be submitted from 1st February 2026 until 31st March 2026. [Successful 2027 applicants will be advised in September 2026]

·         There will be only one grant application period for 2027 projects.

·         All applicants must register and login to the applicant portal via the Chessed website and make all submissions via the portal.

·         To register your organisation and gain access to the portal, click here https://chessed.org.au/register .

·         Applications and all supporting documentation can only be submitted via the Chessed website portal.

·         The 2027 Grant application form will be available during the open dates, by logging into the Chessed Foundation web site at https://chessed.org.au/login.

·         Please ensure that the email address entered in your application is continually monitored. A common organisational error occurs when staff change and the email address used is no longer accessible.

·      Signed and audited financials must be uploaded for any grant application where the funding requested exceeds $18,000. Without financials attached the maximum grant will be $18,000.

·         Successful 2025 applicants must have completed the Funding & Acquittal forms during 2025 to be considered and eligible to receive grants in 2026 and 2027.

·         If a grant was received in previous years, and funds were not fully spent on the projects, this may affect the award of a future grant.

2. Requirements

·         All organisations (individuals are not eligible to apply) may apply for funding, but the funds must be used for projects which are in accordance with the Shulchan Aruch.

·         The Foundation will consider applications for projects and/or initiatives that meet The Chessed Foundation Giving Protocol as determined by the Advisory Committees and the Board.

·         Applications must be received by the grant application closing date.

·         Late applications will not be considered.

·         Successful applicants must use their best endeavour to complete approved projects within the timeframe outlined in their application.

·         Successful applicants must advise The Chessed Foundation of any changes that may affect their ability to undertake or complete the approved project according to the timeframe outlined in the application.

·         If the successful applicant is unable to undertake or complete the project, or the grant is not fully expended upon completion, the organisation must report on the unexpended grant to the Foundation.

·         Successful applicants are required to lodge a funding "Review and Acquittal" form for each project, using the form accessible via the portal. The first review form is to be completed at the latest by 30th June.

·         If the June acquital report does not acquit for 100% of funds granted, then a final report is due by 31st December of the grant year.

·         Successful applicants must complete and sign the Grant Agreement prior to funds being made available.

3. Selection Criteria

The factors that will be taken into consideration when applications are being assessed are:

·         The project aligns with the mission of The Chessed Foundation and is in accordance with our Giving Protocols.

·         The project demonstrates value for money. The application must include a budget with detailed costings and evidence of the capability to deliver to the proposed timetable and budget.

·         The project maintains its outcomes or benefits beyond the funding period. This must be demonstrated in the grant application.

·         The project must be able to evaluate its impact and success. Key performance indicators must be outlined in the grant application.

4. The Selection Process

·         The application will be checked to ensure it meets the selection criteria.

·         All eligible applications will be assessed and prioritised against the Giving Protocols and in relation to each other.

·         Applications will be reviewed by Advisory Committees and then the Board of The Chessed Foundation. The decision of the Board is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

·         Unsuccessful applicants are welcome to reapply in subsequent years, unless advised that they are outside of the Giving Protocol on a project.

·         All applications will remain confidential.

5.  Funding Exclusions

Projects and/or initiatives that will not be funded:

·         Those that occur outside Victoria and/or whose benefit does not effect Victorians.

·         Those from organisations that have previously failed to carry out or complete approved projects funded by The Chessed Foundation.

·         Organisations that fail to submit Funding and Acquittal reports as required.