Grants and Fundraising

There are financial opportunities available to help your playgroup flourish

Playgroup Victoria’s Great Start Program

The Great Start Program will provide recipients with monetary support for items such as toys, books, arts and crafts kits. Successful applicants will receive mentoring and resources from Playgroup Victoria. We encourage new playgroups to check out the program eligibility guidelines and apply, leading towards the growth of more goodness at playgroup!

Auspice 

Community grants are offered throughout Victoria each year and many playgroups have successfully applied for these grants. Funding bodies may need the money to go to an incorporated organisation or a registered charity. If your playgroup is registered with Playgroup Victoria, we can act as the Auspicing organisation when you apply. To be eligible to request an Auspice letter from Playgroup Victoria, your group must be a current registered playgroup. Please click the button to learn more.

Local Community Grants

Local councils and philanthropic foundations throughout Victoria offer community grants each year. Many playgroups have successfully applied for and received these grants. If your playgroup is not incorporated, Playgroup Victoria can provide you with an Auspice letter to support you in the grant application. This service is offered to playgroups that are currently registered with Playgroup Victoria. Playgroups receiving money from grants are responsible for using it according to the conditions of the grant and are accountable for all monies spent.

Current community grants available:

Maribyrnong Community Grant Program 2024

Geelong Community Foundation Grants

Australia Post Community Grants Program

Bayside City Council Community Grants

Moonee Valley Community Grants

Community Grants Program – Merri-bek City Council

City of Melbourne Community Funding and Grants Opportunities 

Looking for fundraising ideas?

As most playgroups are independent and run by volunteers – money matters are important. Playgroups require money for upkeep, bills, rent, insurance, activities and outings. Find some fundraising ideas below!