The grant is a one-off payment to support creative projects, or new ventures in their initial stages of development, that align with the principles of the charity. Its aim is to encourage people to begin or further develop a project they might not otherwise be able to. The grant may also provide the applicant with links to an appropriate source for mentoring to enable greater progress and success. Based upon a deep compassion for all life and respecting the beauty of our natural world, it seeks to draw attention to ways in which we can live more simply, responsibly and harmoniously with our Earth.

Supported projects may include (but not limited to) the areas of: art, music and creative skills (especially in the young and in marginalised groups); spiritual values focusing upon hope, compassion and action; raising of awareness and education in caring for our planet; improving health outcomes (both physical and mental); supportive programs for Indigenous community members, the aged, disabled, and the marginalised.

Legal requirements: Nonprofit legal entity (inc. assn, company, coop. or trust), Individual

Apply online and details at: https://elmgrovetrust.org.au/encouragement-grants/