Civic Partnership
Projects 2026
Parliament of Victoria, in partnership with Neighbourhood Houses Victoria, is offering grant funding for Neighbourhood Houses to promote and provide education and/or experiences around civic participation, engagement with parliament and understanding of democracy in their communities.
The grants are now closed, but there are still resources available to help communities engage with democracy.
Resources
Understanding Parliament
This slide deck, and accompanying teaching notes, provides explanations of the core concepts, processes and systems of parliament, with a specific focus on Parliament of Victoria.
You, Me & MPs Toolkit
This toolkit aims to answer some of the questions you may have about the Parliament of Victoria and your local Member of Parliament (MP). You'll find a range of videos and resources that explain how our democratic systems work and how you can get involved.
Possible Activities
This is a list of resources and experiences that could be incorporated into project ideas. It also incorporates a list of resources, but can guide you about the possibilities for future or external funding streams.
Information
There will be two funding streams, with a total of $45,000 available.
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Stream 1: Up to $2,000 ex GST
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Stream 2: $2,001 - $5,000 ex GST
Please consider the anticipated costs of your project and outline them in detail in your application. If there is insufficient evidence to support a Stream 2 application, you may be offered a Stream 1 funding amount.
Timeline
Applications open: 1 December 2025
Applications close: 30 January 2026
Applicants notified of outcomes: 3 March 2026
Projects must take place: between 1 April 2026 and 20 June 2026.
Acquittals due: 3 weeks after completion of the project, or 30 June 2026, whichever is sooner.
Contact
Brittany Prentice
Info Session Recording
