Unite Engage Thrive Microgrants

Purpose

The MicroGrants Program is designed to empower LGBTQIA+ communities across Queensland to lead local initiatives that foster healing, connection, capacity, visibility, and wellbeing. It uplifts underrepresented voices across Metro, Regional, Rural and Discrete communities in Queensland, and provides an increased focus on supporting regional and rural community-led solutions.

Objectives

• Respond to hyper-local needs and community priorities

• Centre lived experience of LGBTQIA+ people

• Encourage peer-led healing, storytelling, visibility and connection

• Strengthen capability, confidence, and leadership in place-based settings

Grant Range

Up to $5,000 per project

Project Timeframe

Up to 6 months

Co-governed By

Local level partnerships, Community members, lived experience leaders, and Alliance staff

Alignment with the cohesive Strategy: Unite. Engage. Thrive.

Unite

Builds a pipeline of future leaders and collaborators in the state

Engage

Puts community voice and ownership at the centre

Thrive

Supports long-term, locally held capability and systems change

Who Can Apply?

Applications are open to:

Local LGBTQIA+ groups (incorporated or unincorporated)
Peer-led initiatives and informal collectives
First Nations LGBTQIA+ Sistergirl and Brotherboy community groups and community organisations
Community organisations or allies

Priority will be given to projects that:

Are led by or serve regional, rural, or remote communities
Centre intersections (e.g. First Nations, disability, CALD, youth, older people, Trans/Non-Binary)
Demonstrate co-design, inclusion, and community relevance and community partnerships

Eligible Projects

Examples of eligible initiatives:

Specific LGBTQIA+ community-led initiatives or activities
Cultural healing events and yarning circles
Art, movement, or storytelling workshops
Wellbeing or leadership activities
Leadership and Sector Development
Visibility and celebration events
Safe space or peer group initiatives
Queensland-based LGBTQIA+ Sporting & Recreation event activations

How To Apply

A simple two-step process:

1. Expression of Interest (EOI)

Short form (online or paper)
Includes basic project details and people involved
Applications will provide the intended community impact

2. Support Call or Zoom

A Queensland LGBTQIA+ Alliance staff member will reach out to support with finalisation

Support Available:

Talking projects through with Alliance Staff members assigned to the activity
Introductions to local, state and federal members where requested
Attendance by the Queensland LGBTQIA+ Alliance CEO or team member, where possible and requested

Queensland LGBTQIA+ Alliance Microgrants Application Form

Applicant Details

Applicant Type

Full Name / Organisation Name

Contact Person (for group applications)

Phone Number

Email Address

Residential / Business Address

ABN (if applicable)

GST Registered

I do not have an ABN

No ABN

Project Details

Project Title

Short summary of your idea (What would you like to do?)

Be sure to describe who/what will benefit from the project, and the outcomes you will achieve.

Who is involved in delivering it?

Who in the community will benefit most?

Project Completion Date

This will determine when your acquittal is due. (Acquittal is due 1 month after project completion)

Approximate Budget (Grant range: up to 5K)

Upload Budget Document (2 file limit)

Do you have someone to auspice the grant? (If no, we can help)

Would your project or activity involve working with people under the age of 18?

Anything else you’d like us to know?

Bank Account Details for Grant Payment

Account Name

BSB Number

Account Number

Bank Name

If successful, we will notify you and pay the grant to the above details. If you are an organisation applicant, we may request an invoice.

Declaration and Acknowledgement

Terms & Conditions Acknowledgement

I have read and agree to the terms and conditions of the grant, including reporting and acquittal obligations. I agree to share a short acquittal (one page) report on the outcomes and impacts of the grant, and that the grant will be spent in accordance with section 2 (Project details).

Declaration

I declare that the information provided in this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and that I am authorised to submit this application.

Name

Date

Signature

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Support & Guidance

QLD LGBTQIA+ Alliance Role:

Encourage and demystify the process for new applicants
Provide collaborative support with forms and budgets
Connect unincorporated groups to auspice arrangements if required

Assessment Panel Composition:

Lived Experience Representative
Queensland LGBTQIA+ Alliance Staff Member
Local/Regional Community Advisor

Assessment Criteria:

Community-led and peer-informed
Relevance to local needs
Cultural safety and inclusion
Feasibility and budget clarity
Positive impact on the community
Promotes localised participation
Builds Resilience, Visibility and Acceptance

Funding & Acquittal

Agreements:

Light-touch MOU or contract

Acquittal Requirements:

Story-first approach: photo journal, 1-page story, or short video/audio
Basic financial summary (template provided)
Consent forms for shared materials, where relevant

Ongoing Support:

Midpoint check-in
Invitations to statewide Roundtables and or the future-facing Peer Workforce Accelerator for legacy building