• Expenses that have already been initiated or have already occurred prior to submission or written approval 
• Incomplete application forms 
• Equipment from non-Australian distributors that cannot be invoiced directly to Variety or services outside Australia
• Capital works 
• Installation costs 
• Wages, training and seminars 
• Research
• Insurance, service or maintenance costs
• Programs

Schools and not-for-profit organisations based in Victoria can apply, provided they directly support children aged 0–17 experiencing disability, illness, disadvantage or isolation.

You can apply for equipment, supplies or technology that improves accessibility and inclusion for children, such as sensory equipment, inclusive play equipment, learning resources or assistive technology.

Each organisation can submit one application per funding round. If you've received a Variety Community Grant in the past, you can apply for another one two years after the date listed on your original successful outcome letter.

Applications are reviewed after the funding round closes. Please allow up to 10 weeks for an outcome.

Yes. You’ll need to include a quote for the requested item from your preferred supplier. Quotes must be current and no older than 3 months.

Yes, but organisations must wait at least two years from their previous grant approval before applying again.

You’ll receive an outcome letter with next steps. The supplier will invoice Variety directly, and payment will be arranged for the approved item.