ACT Carer Recognition Grants
ACT Minister for Disability and Community Services, Katy Gallagher MLA, has announced the 2008/2009 Carer Recognition Grants funding round.
The grants are available to not-for-profit community groups and organisations to pilot initiatives that support carers in the ACT.
Grants are available for projects up to $60,000 (excluding GST), that address one or more of the following initiatives:
- Carer Support Projects: projects that improve the capacities, skills, knowledge and networks of carers and former carers.
- Strategic Projects: projects that inform the future development of innovative and responsive supports for carers.
Application packages are available from the Department of Disability, Housing and Community Services website at www.grants.act.gov.au or by emailing communitypolicy@act.gov.au or phoning 13 34 27.
Applications close on Monday, 23 March 2008.
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