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Infrastructure for Multicultural Communities Grant Program

  • Grants up to $1.5 million, depending on stream
  • Stream 1 – Amenity Projects
    • Grant amount: $20,000-$100,000
    • Minimum co-contribution: Priority Groups/Projects: 2% cash contribution, All other applicants: 25% cash contribution
  • Stream 2 – Small to Medium Infrastructure Projects
    • Grant amount: $100,0001-$500,000
    • Minimum co-contribution: Priority Groups/Projects: 2% cash contribution, All other applicants: 25% cash contribution
  • Stream 3 – Larger Infrastructure Projects
    • Grant amount: $500,0001-$1.5 million
    • Minimum co-contribution: Priority groups/projects: 2% cash contribution, all other applicants: 50% cash contribution
  • Applications close: 18 May 2026 (Batch 1) or 12 November 2026 (Batch 2)

The Infrastructure for Multicultural Communities Grant Program supports the construction, upgrade or extension of infrastructure that enables multicultural communities to connect, gather and participate in community life. Delivered under the Australian Government’s Modernised Multicultural Grants Program, the initiative targets organisations that support culturally and linguistically diverse communities, particularly new and emerging communities facing barriers to accessing infrastructure. Funding is available across three streams, ranging from small amenity upgrades through to large-scale community infrastructure projects. The program prioritises projects that improve equity, inclusion and social cohesion, with particular focus on multicultural women, LGBTIQA+ communities and people with disability. Grants are delivered through a competitive process and require confirmed cash co‑contributions.

Key Requirements

  • Support community infrastructure delivery Projects must deliver physical infrastructure that enables multicultural communities to connect and commune safely in a dedicated environment.
  • Demonstrate community benefit and need Applicants must clearly identify the community need and demonstrate benefits to multicultural communities and, where relevant, the wider Australian community.
  • Provide matched cash funding Applicants must provide confirmed cash co‑contributions at the required minimum percentage for their stream and applicant type.
  • Deliver within approved timelines Projects must be capable of being completed within two years of the grant activity start date.

What is eligible for funding?

  • Building upgrades to improve accessibility, safety and amenity
  • Construction, renovation or extension of community facilities
  • Refurbishment or rejuvenation of existing community infrastructure
  • Development of community hubs, centres, museums or libraries
  • Infrastructure supporting arts, cultural, sporting or community activities
  • Security, accessibility and preservation works directly linked to infrastructure

What companies are eligible for funding?

Eligible applicants must be not‑for‑profit organisations that:

  • Are a legal entity capable of entering into a funding agreement
  • Have a core purpose of supporting culturally and linguistically diverse communities
  • Are one of the following entity types:
    • Company
    • Cooperative
    • Incorporated Association
    • Indigenous Corporation
    • Statutory Entity
  • Can demonstrate relevant experience delivering infrastructure projects
  • Can provide all mandatory attachments and evidence of land ownership or approval

Consortium applications are permitted where there is a single eligible lead applicant.

Is this grant competitive or entitlement based?

Competitive. Your application will be assessed among other applications by a judging panel.

How can I increase my chances of winning this grant?

By engaging an accredited government grants consultant, such as Avant Group.

Competitive grants often require significant business case development and project analysis to support the application, this may include detailed presentations supporting the project’s merit, projected sales, cost-benefit analysis and more.

As part of your engagement with Avant Group, your account manager will assess the required documents and will provide the following as needed to support your grant submission.

Grant application writeup including a detailed presentation illustrating how the grant funding will contribute to your project, how the funding will contribute to the project’s budget, a project milestone plan, delivery timeline, impact on employment if applicable and a breakdown of the management and leadership team for the project

  • Industry analysis presentation
  • Competitor Analysis Presentation
  • Marketing and Sales Analysis Presentation
  • 3-5 year Cashflow Forecast
  • 3-5 year Balance Sheet Forecast
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis of Grant Funding
  • End-to-end grant application including information collating, analysis and application writing
  • CAPEX (Capital Expenditure) cost-benefit analysis
  • Stakeholder relations and Risk Mitigation Plans
  • Any other relevant forecasting that will support your application

How can I get help with my application? Or know if I’m likely to win funding?

Avant Group offers a no-obligation assessment of your eligibility for funding and will assess your likelihood of a successful grant application.