Coles Group Foundation
About
The Coles Group Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Coles Group, a major Australian retailer. It focuses on community-based initiatives across Australia, reflecting Coles' commitment to giving back to the communities it serves. The foundation's activities and grants aim to make a positive impact on Australian communities.
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should demonstrate how their project will benefit Australian communities, aligning with the foundation's community focus. A clear, strategic plan and evidence of community engagement are likely to be viewed favorably.
Giving Philosophy
The Coles Group Foundation approaches giving with a focus on community, aiming to support initiatives that benefit Australians broadly. Its theory of change likely involves creating lasting impacts through strategic investments in community projects and programs.
Programs & Opportunities (7)
6 open · 1 closed · sorted by deadline · last checked 5 May 2026 (2 days ago)
Coles Graduate Program
A program offering learning, mentoring, and training across various career streams within Coles to shape future leaders, open to Australian or New Zealand citizens or permanent residents who have completed a bachelor's degree.
Coles Nurture Fund
The Coles Nurture Fund provides grants to Australian farmers and suppliers to support projects that improve sustainability, productivity, and innovation in the food supply chain. Available to Australian farmers, producers, and suppliers who partner with Coles.
Coles Group Scholarship
Supports high-achieving domestic students enrolled in the Master of Property at the Melbourne School of Design with a living allowance to help them become leaders in Australia's property industry.
Coles Little Athletics Sports Equipment Grants
Provides sports equipment grants to Little Athletics centres across Australia to support grassroots community sporting programs and encourage healthy, active lives for young people.
Coles Little Athletics Community Fund
Provides grants to grassroots Little Athletics Centres across Australia for the purchase of sports, safety, and volunteer equipment to help young people live healthy, active lives.
Coles Group Scholarship (University of Melbourne)
Offers a living allowance to high-achieving domestic Master of Property students at the Melbourne School of Design, supporting their studies and aiming to develop future leaders in the property industry.
Redkite Dare to Dream Scholarships
Scholarships of up to $5,000 for young Australians affected by cancer to help them achieve their goals and ambitions, enabled by Coles' partnership with Redkite.