SEMPHN Community Grants
Funding from the South Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network for community wellbeing, mental health and health promotion initiatives. Here is how PHN funding works and how to apply well.
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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Primary Health Networks are funded by the Australian Government to improve health outcomes in their region. SEMPHN covers Melbourne's south east and funds community organisations through grants and commissioned programs, with a strong focus on mental health, wellbeing and communities experiencing disadvantage.
Giving Tree Advisors has secured $95,000 through SEMPHN for a client. PHN funding rewards organisations that understand local health needs and can show measurable outcomes.
Who it is for
SEMPHN funds organisations delivering health and wellbeing outcomes in its catchment. Funders generally look for organisations that:
- Are not-for-profit or community based and operate in the SEMPHN region
- Deliver mental health, wellbeing or health promotion programs
- Can show evidence of community need
- Have the governance to report on outcomes
What it funds and how much
Funding covers program delivery and community initiatives. Common uses include:
- Community wellbeing and mental health programs
- Health promotion and prevention activities
- Support for multicultural and priority communities
- Capacity building for community organisations
How to write a competitive application
PHN funding is outcomes driven. Here is what makes an application stand out.
1. Link to local health needs
SEMPHN publishes health needs assessments. Reference them and show how your program responds.
2. Define measurable outcomes
Say what will change for participants and how you will measure it.
3. Show partnerships
Referral pathways and partnerships with health services strengthen the case.
4. Demonstrate governance
Insurance, child safety and financial controls are usually required.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Ignoring the PHN's stated priorities
- Outcomes that cannot be measured
- No evidence of community need
- Incomplete compliance documents
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Do we need to be a health organisation?
No. Community organisations delivering wellbeing outcomes are often funded, especially for priority communities.
Where is the SEMPHN region?
It covers Melbourne's south east, including Glen Eira, Bayside, Kingston, Frankston, Casey, Cardinia and surrounding areas.
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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