The Buildings and Facilities Improvement program was established to support Victoria's culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) community organisations to undertake minor upgrades or improvements to buildings and facilities owned by CALD organisations.

The Victorian Government recognises that these facilities play a vital role in providing space for CALD communities to access social and welfare services and promote the rich cultural and linguistic diversity of Victoria in a way that is inclusive of the whole community.

The program supports CALD organisations across Victoria to maintain and preserve their important community assets in order to promote greater use and access to these facilities by CALD communities.

CALD community organisations are able to apply for a grant of up to $20,000 for minor upgrades or improvements to their facility.

Key Dates

Grant Round Opens - 17 October 2011
Grant Round Closes - 16 December 2011
Assessment Period - January to April 2012
Funding Announcements - Late June 2012
Grants Distributed - July 2012

Who is eligible?

Assessment Process

The recommendations of OMAC are presented to the Minister for Multicultural Affairs and Citizenship for approval. Each group is notified by mail to indicate if they were successful or unsuccessful in receiving a grant.