Search Grants & Funding

The Direct Giving Program delivers targeted, practical financial relief to people experiencing immediate hardship across Australia. They work in close partnership with health professionals and community organisations to ensure support reaches those who need it most. Applications for up to $2,500 can be submitted by eligible representatives and, if approved, we fund the goods or services requested in the application via payment directly to the relevant supplier.

Who Can Apply.

Trusted social workers, case managers or allied health professionals working in public health or registered organisations in community support settings. The program has two streams with specific eligibility for applicants:

1.       Public Hospital and Health Setting Stream:

Open to health professionals working in public health settings nationwide. Eligible referrers include social workers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, clinical nurses, and allied health professionals submitting applications on behalf of their patients.

2.      Community and Charity Stream:

Open to social workers, case managers, and allied health professionals employed by ACNC registered charitable organisations submitting applications on behalf of their clients.

Unfortunately, they cannot accept direct applications from individuals or patients. If you are experiencing hardship, please speak with your caseworker, support worker, or health professional about accessing this program.

Client Eligibility Criteria

Eligible clients are:

• Australian citizens or permanent residents,

• Receiving case management from eligible organisations,

• In financial distress, with no other funding options available (as assessed by qualified staff),

• Not prior beneficiaries of The Hall Foundation (formerly The Walter & Eliza Hall Trust) funding.

What They Fund

They focus on urgent, essential needs that maintain safety, security, and wellbeing. Typical requests include:

• Utility bills

• White goods

• Furniture

• Accessibility equipment

• Educational equipment

• Minor health-related expenses

They may consider the following in exceptional circumstances:

• Rent assistance

• Accommodation for medical treatment

• Removalist costs

• Storage fees

• Forensic cleans

• Vehicle expenses