Grants and awards Resource Library > Grants and awards Grants Community Climate Change and Energy Action Program Applications close: 20 August 2021Funding body: Sustainability VictoriaAmount: Up to $25,0000Description: This program supports Victorian community groups by funding upgrades to community facilities which aim to reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions through a range of supported measures including energy-efficient and renewable energy technology. Find out more Tackling Tough Times Together Applications close: 24 August 2021Funding body: FRRRAmount: Up to $150,000Description: Helps communities access the resources they need to support one another through the ongoing effects of the drought. Find out more Strengthening Rural Communities Applications close: 24 August 2021Funding body: FRRRAmount: Up to $10,000 (Small and Vital Stream), Up to $25,000 (Bushfire Recovery Stream)Description: Aims to give the thousands of small rural, regional and remote communities across Australia an opportunity to access funding to support broad community needs. Given the events of summer 2019/20, it has also been expanded to offer funding to support recovery in bushfire-affected communities. Find out more The CALD COVID-19 Health Small Grants Fund Applications close: January 2021Funding body: Federation of Ethnic Communities' Council of AustraliaAmount: Up to $5,000Description: For short-term, one-off, communication and outreach projects that aim to address barriers to accessing information on COVID-19 and the vaccination program. Find out more Awards Victorian Learn Local Awards Applications close: 13 August 2021Award body: State GovernmentDescription: These awards celebrate the success of individuals, programs and training providers across Victoria. Find out more