Veterans SA Capacity Building Grant Fund

The Veterans SA Capacity Building Grant Fund offers support to eligible organisations to help them improve their governance and strengthen their capacity building skills. 

Applicants can seek grants of up to $5,000 (ex GST) for projects that improve governance, strengthen capacity building skills, and enhance their ability to lead, support and advocate for veteran communities across South Australia.

A maximum of $30,000 (ex GST) in grant funding is available for distribution in the 2026-2027 financial year.

Examples of eligible projects include:

• leadership and governance training for board or committee members
• temporary project staff salaries or consultant costs to assist in developing a plan or strategy (e.g. strategic plan, communication/social media strategy)
• training and skills development (e.g. grant writing, volunteer management, financial management, mental health first aid and suicide prevention initiatives, military or service cultural awareness)
• development of digital tools, such as a website or an app, to improve service accessibility to the community
• professional mediation services for members
• purchase of equipment that supports service delivery or community engagement (e.g. portable marquees, audio-visual equipment, tools for community projects).