Who is eligible for funding under the heritage component of the Jobs Fund?
Under the requirements of the Jobs Fund, grants may be made to: • Non-profit organisations • Employment services providers • Industry associations • Unions • Peak bodies • Regional development agencies • State, territory and local governments • Community organisations. Corporations and private individuals are not eligible to apply for funding in their own right. For heritage grants, corporations and private individuals may apply by partnering with one of the eligible organisations listed above. In this case, the Australian Government will make the grant to the eligible organisation, who will be responsible for overseeing the project. Corporations or individuals interested in applying for a grant should discuss their proposal with the Heritage Grants Team at the Department of the Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts, by calling 1800 653 004 or emailing heritagegrants@environment.gov.au. In all cases, applicants should ensure that they have obtained the agreement of the owner of the