Community Broadcasting Foundation
Tips for Applicants
Applicants should review the foundation's strategic plan and guidelines for each grant stream to ensure their project aligns with the foundation's priorities. Collaboration and partnership are central to the foundation's approach, so applicants should highlight their ability to work with other organisations and communities.
Giving Philosophy
The Community Broadcasting Foundation approaches giving by redistributing funding from the Australian Government's Community Broadcasting Program to community media organisations. Their theory of change is guided by the sector-wide ten-year plan, Roadmap 2033, and their strategic plan, which prioritises collaboration, partnership, and supporting organisations to enrich people's lives with diverse media choices.
Notable Grants
ACNC Financial History
| Year | Grants Given | Revenue | Total Assets | Net Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2023 | — | $2.3M | $6.3M | $1.9M |
| FY2022 | — | $1.8M | $6.6M | $1.4M |
| FY2021 | $40K | $1.7M | $5.7M | $1.3M |
| FY2020 | $366K | $1.8M | $6.8M | $1.1M |
| FY2019 | $19.7M | $21.4M | $6.5M | $1.5M |
| FY2018 | $21.5M | $22.0M | $6.2M | $1.2M |
| FY2017 | $14.4M | $16.6M | $2.4M | $1.0M |
| 7yr total | $56.0M | Source: ACNC Annual Information Statements | ||
Programs & Opportunities (8)
7 open · 1 closed · sorted by deadline · last checked 30 April 2026 (8 days ago)
Round 1 grants
Supports community media projects in Australia.
Content Grants
These grants support the creation of compelling content to increase and diversify voices in Australian media, fostering community participation, amplifying diverse cultures and languages, and building audiences through creative and innovative storytelling.
Development & Operations Grants
These grants aim to enhance the long-term sustainability, governance, and operational capacity of community media organisations across Australia. They contribute to media diversity, social cohesion, and the development of a skilled and resilient broadcasting sector.
Specialist Radio Programming Grants
These grants specifically support the production of specialist radio programming, including content for Ethnic, Indigenous, and Radio Print Handicapped (RPH) communities.
Community Broadcasting Program Grants
Various grant streams supporting community radio, television, and digital media organisations, content production, and sector development
Grants for community media organisations
The Community Broadcasting Foundation provides grants to community media organisations to support the production of local stories, news, and cultural content.
Quick Response Grants
These grants provide emergency support to community media organisations experiencing unexpected issues, such as equipment damage, to help them stay on air and keep communities connected and informed. Applicants must discuss their needs with the Grants Support Team first.
Quick Response grants
Available for emergency support, these grants provide funding for community broadcasting services in need of urgent assistance. Community media organisations can apply for these grants.
Program History (3)
Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.
Community Broadcasting Program Grants
Various grant streams supporting community radio, television, and digital media organisations, content production, and sector development
Quick Response grants
Available for emergency support for community broadcasters.
Round 1 grants
Supports community media projects in Australia.