Up to A$50,000 for Young People Facing Disadvantage – Gandel Foundation

The Gandel Foundation Annual Open Grant Program: Young People’s Positive Futures is supporting Australian charities helping young people aged 16–24 navigate important transitions while experiencing multiple forms of disadvantage.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Up to A$50,000 in grant funding

• Funding for projects lasting up to one year

• Support for young people aged 16–24

• Projects helping young people transition towards independence

• Support addressing barriers to wellbeing, social participation and economic engagement

• Particular focus on vulnerable and marginalised young people

• Projects can account for appropriate direct and indirect/overhead costs

• Two-stage application process, beginning with an Expression of Interest (EOI).

The Foundation is particularly interested in young people experiencing poverty, homelessness, trauma, substance use and health challenges, as well as those navigating major transitions such as leaving out-of-home care, exiting the justice system, finishing education or moving into employment.

Who can apply?

• Australian charitable organisations

• Organisations registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC)

• Applicants holding Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) Item 1 status

• Organisations supporting disadvantaged young people aged 16–24

• Only one application per organisation is permitted

• The Foundation generally prioritises vulnerable and marginalised communities.

Deadline: 1 October 2026 at 12:00pm (midday) AEST.