Shortstack, March 4, 2026
Community group grants, sign up for the Biggest Morning Tea and Emerging Leaders Program for women.
Applications open for community grants
Community groups are encouraged to register interest for a grants program designed to support volunteerism.
"Volunteer groups are the heartbeat of Monash, and they deserve support," Federal Member for Monash Mary Aldred said.
"The 2025-26 Volunteer Grants Program will provide not-for-profit groups with grants of between $1000 and $5000 to attract and retain volunteers."
Examples of items funded under the grants program include: communications and IT items, safety and protective gear, operational and small equipment, volunteer support and insurance.
To be eligible, groups must be not-for-profit; have a minimum 40 per cent of volunteers in their workforce; have an ABN or be willing to provide a Statement by Supplier form; and, hold an account with an Australian financial institution in their name.
Expressions of interest must be lodged online at www.research.net/r/LDL9DX7 prior to 5pm on Sunday, March 22.
Biggest Morning Tea
The Cancer Council is calling on Aussies to rally their family, friends, and especially their workmates, for Australia's Biggest Morning Tea, the nation's iconic fundraiser hoping to turn a cuppa into a cure!
Australia's Biggest Morning Tea is flexible, fun, and easy to host. While the official day is Thursday May 21, people can raise a cuppa anytime across May and June.
Turn morning tea into a powerful force for change, by registering an event or donating today at biggestmorningtea.com.au
Support for female leaders
Applications are now open for the 2026 Joan Kirner Emerging Leaders Program.
The program equips participants with practical skills and strategies to overcome gendered barriers and unlock their full leadership potential.
Victorian women and gender-diverse people working in the for-purpose sector between the ages of 22 and 40 are encouraged to apply.
This year's program focuses on those from organisations that might not have the support for formal leadership training.
Applications close on March 30.
To find out more and apply, visit vic.gov.au/joan-kirner-emerging-leaders-program.
