Applications are now open for the Future Drought Fund Strengthening Drought Resilience on Country Grant Program. The Australian Government has committed $12 million to this inaugural grant program under the Future Drought Fund that supports place-based, First Nations-led initiatives. The Strengthening Drought Resilience on Country Grant Program will deliver this investment through community-driven projects that build resilience to dry times and climate impacts.
It’s a Program by Mob, for Mob.
- Grant round opening date: 12 August 2025
- Grant round closing date and time: 9:00PM AEDT on 16 December 2025
- Program timeline: from 2025-26 to 2027-28
- Funding available: $12 million (excluding GST)
Up to six First Nations businesses or organisations will be selected as Delivery Partners. They will:
- manage the project
- work with Mob to design local projects that help Mob prepare for dry times and the changing climate
- support Mob to run activities that strengthen their connection to Country.