Standard payment: Up to $1,000 per claim

Increased payment: Up to $3,000 where multiple barriers apply or where program has substantial reach.

Applications: Accepted on a rolling basis from 27 April 2026, assessed every two months. Funds are allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Apply early to avoid missing out!

An Access Enabler is a practical support or adjustment that helps community members participate meaningfully in your programs, activities or events. 

Payments can cover (but are not limited to):

• Transport support: bus hire, taxi vouchers, volunteer driver reimbursements
• Childcare or respite: to enable parent or carer participation
• Interpreting and translation: Auslan, language interpreters, cultural liaison
• Accessibility companions or peer navigators
• Sensory supports: quiet rooms, sensory kits, headphones
• Culturally specific supports: that improve safety or belonging
• Trauma-informed facilitators or support workers
• Digital accessibility tools
• Advertising and promotion: to recruit new members
• Equipment or program fees: for new members where cost is a barrier
• Mental health training: for facilitators or volunteers

Eligible organisations

• Not-for-profit incorporated bodies
• Registered charities (ACNC)
• Co-operatives and associations
• Unincorporated groups with an auspice
• Businesses and sole traders 

Not eligible

• Organisations with outstanding debts to the City of Greater Geelong
• Organisations in insolvency or bankruptcy
• Organisations with unresolved acquittals from prior City funding
• Schools (for curriculum-based activities)

• Proof of legal status (e.g. incorporation certificate)
• Australian Business Number (ABN)
• Current public liability or professional indemnity insurance
• Bank account details
• Physical and postal address

Step 1: Register

Submit your application via SmartyGrants to join the register. You’ll hear back within four weeks.

Step 2: Claim

Once registered, submit a reimbursement claim with your receipts or a quote for forward payment.

Step 3: Receive payment

Payments are processed electronically. Allow 4–8 weeks from approval to receive funds.

Applications are submitted online via SmartyGrants only paper, email or postal applications are not accepted.

Have a question or want to talk through your idea before applying?

Email: [email protected]

Web: Social Inclusion Action Group Geelong Australia