Social Investment Partnerships 2025-27

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Introduction

Purpose of Social Investment Partnerships

The Social Investment Partnerships program (SIP) supports the development and delivery of projects and programs that provide equitable opportunities that enable, empower and build the capacity of our diverse community. The Social Investment Program aims to ensure that all people can participate in the social, cultural, economic and civic life of the city.

The program provides two year project funding from $25,000 to $90,000 per year to support not-for-profit organisations, social enterprises and B Corporations.

SIP priority social issues and opportunities;

  • create pathways to employment and build capacity through education, training and other initiatives
  • address homelessness and pathways to housing including affordable housing
  • address food insecurity
  • address family violence and all forms of violence against women
  • increase social cohesion
  • address discrimination and improve access, equality and equity
  • address loneliness and isolation and build social connections
  • address digital literacy and access
  • improve physical and mental wellbeing
  • increase community participation – voices are heard and people contribute

Dates

  • Applications open: Monday 14 October 2024
  • Online information session: 11am Wednesday 6 November, online via Teams. - to register to attend please email your name, organisation, email address and any access needs to: commstrength@melbourne.vic.gov.au
  • Applications close: 11.59pm, Monday 25 November 2024
  • Applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application: by mid-May 2025.

Guidelines

Ensure you have fully read the Social Investment Partnerships program guidelines before starting your application