ECAJ Community Security Grants
Security funding for Jewish community organisations, administered through the Executive Council of Australian Jewry. Here is how the program works and how to write an application that wins.
At a glance
Program names, amounts, dates and eligibility change regularly. Always confirm the current guidelines with the funder before you apply, or ask us and we will check for you.
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The Executive Council of Australian Jewry administers Australian Government funding to protect Jewish community sites and organisations. Grants have covered security guarding, physical infrastructure and safety equipment, delivered in numbered rounds with formal funding arrangements.
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Who it is for
The program is aimed at Jewish community organisations. Funders generally look for organisations that:
- Are Jewish community organisations, congregations, schools or institutions
- Can show a security need for their site or activities
- Have quotes and a clear scope
- Can enter into and acquit a funding arrangement
What it funds and how much
Grants fund security measures. Common uses include:
- Security guarding for services and events
- CCTV, alarms, access control and lighting
- Fencing, bollards and physical hardening
- Safety equipment and training
How to write a competitive application
Security rounds move quickly and require precision. Here is what makes an application stand out.
1. Scope the need clearly
Explain the site, the activities and the specific risks.
2. Get quotes early
Licensed provider quotes make the budget credible.
3. Follow the process exactly
Portals, acceptance letters and contract documents all have steps that cannot be skipped.
4. Be ready to acquit
Keep invoices and records from day one.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Vague scope
- Estimates instead of quotes
- Missing steps in the acceptance process
- Assuming the full amount requested will be funded
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Will we receive the full amount requested?
Not always. Allocations can be adjusted to the assessed need. Plan for that possibility.
Who signs the funding arrangement?
Usually an authorised officer of the organisation. We can guide you through the documents.
Can Giving Tree Advisors write the application for us?
Yes. We check eligibility, shape the project and budget, and write the whole application, so your team can stay focused on the work.
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