National Foundation for Australia-China Relations 2026-27 Competitive Grants Program

Overview

The National Foundation for Australia-China Relations is a national platform which promotes enhanced cooperation between Australia and China in support of Australia’s national interests.   Our priority objectives are to: Strengthen risk-informed engagement and practical cooperation between Australia and China, in Australia’s national interests Strengthen Australia’s resilience as a multicultural democracy in which Chinese-Australian communities thrive.   Refer to the Foundation’s website and the Grant Opportunity Guidelines for the intended outcomes of this grant opportunity.   This year the 2026-27 grant round application process will comprise of two stages. Stage One: applicant submits an Expressions of Interest (EOI) form and 500-word pitch describing their proposed grant activity by 12 noon AEST, Tuesday 26 May. Stage Two: in early June, successful applicants from Stage One will be invited to complete and submit a full grant application. Full applications are due by 12 noon AEST, Friday 10 July.