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AUST | RGA | UPDATING | Rainbow Community News | February 2025

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GiveOUT Day 2024 - Impact Report

Discover how GiveOUT Day 2024 raised $500,414 for 120 LGBTQIA+ organisations across Australia. 
This comprehensive impact report showcases the transformative outcomes of Australia's national LGBTQIA+ giving day, featuring success stories from grassroots organisations, regional impact highlights, and community success stories. 

Learn how collective giving is strengthening LGBTQIA+ communities nationwide.

 UPDATING | Giveout Day 

HIRING | Join our team! Flexible, remote, Operations and Program Manager Role | applications close Tuesday 4 March 2025

You’ll report directly to our CEO and play a pivotal role in ensuring our programs run smoothly and efficiently. If you’re a skilled leader with a passion for creating positive change, we want to hear from you!
 

ADVISING | Grant announcements coming soon!

Keep an eye on our socials as next week we’ll be announcing this years Amplify & Ignite grant partners.

With thanks to the generosity and leadership of Snow Foundation, and our valued partners Pride Foundation Australia, and SpencerMaurice.
 

ANNOUNCING | The date for this year’s Aurora Ball | Saturday 7 June 2025 | from 6pm

Make it a long weekend to remember in Sydney!

Under the influence of LGBTQIA+ excellence, you will be transported into a realm where magnificence meets action. Join us for a night of romance, reflection, dancing, and giving. Add to your calendar

CALLING | Volunteers from Community Members and Allies

Be part of an exciting new fundraising project! Think - a fun selfie/photo of you and a cute and short video showcasing your experience.

It’s top secret for now so if you want to be involved please direct message us on Instagram and we’ll send you instructions.

Your video and photo will help bring this secret project to life!

 Rainbow Community News 

CELEBRATING | 6 Years of Beyond Bricks & Bars | Saturday 1 March 2025 | 5-10pm

For 6 years, they’ve been building solidarity and advocating for trans and gender-diverse folks inside and outside prison walls. This event is a fundraiser that honours their resilience, holds space for those who can’t be there, and reminds us that community knows no barriers.
  • Where: Kines, 11 Hope Street, Brunswick VIC 3056
  • Cost: upto $50 + booking fee
  • Bookings: online via Humanitix
 

COMMEMORATING | Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week 18-24 February

Living in a society that heavily emphasises romantic relationships presents unique challenges for aromantic individuals. That is one of the reasons we’re celebrating Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week. 
Learn more on our post and to help spread awareness. You can also support these organisations & initiatives:

 Funding 

SA | FFF | GRANTING | Spark Grants | applications open 3 March 2025, closes 14 April 2025

  • What: Fay Fuller Foundation (FFF) Funds projects that improve mental health and wellbeing through community-led ideas.
  • Who: Any organisation or group can apply for a Spark Grant that are working with and for the sole benefit of a South Australian community.
  • Funding: $40,000 per project (six grants available).
  • Read More or Apply: Spark Grants

AUST | PFA | GRANTING | Small Grants Program (Pride Foundation Australia) | applications close 14 April 2025

  • What: Pride Foundation Grants (PFA) supports projects proposed by individuals and/or organisations and communities who would otherwise be limited by the constraints of other funding programs.
  • Who: LGBTQ+ projects across Australia.
  • Funding: $1,000 per project.
  • Read More or Apply: Pride Foundation Grants

NSW | GOV | GRANTING | Community Building Partnership (NSW Government) | Applications close 21 February 2025



 Resources 

AUST | MINUS18 | PUBLISHING | LGBTQIA+ Calendar – stay ahead of the game in 2025!

From Minus18, this free, downloadable resource is packed with important LGBTQIA+ awareness days, helping you celebrate, educate, and advocate all year round. Perfect for workplaces, schools, and allies looking to foster inclusivity and support the community.

AUST | RHA | TRAINING | True Colours

Are you ready to create a more inclusive and supportive environment?

Rainbow Health Australia (RHA)’s True Colours training is the perfect starting point! 
This course offers a comprehensive introduction to LGBTQIA+ inclusive practices, empowering individuals and organisations to understand and respect the diverse identities within the community.

 How To Support 

Support LGBTQIA+ communities by leaving a gift in your will. No matter the size, your contribution can help create a more inclusive future. Leave a Legacy of Love and Support for Future Generations.

We’ve partnered with Gathered Here to make the process simple, with free will writing and updates for life.

For more info or a confidential chat, contact us at em@rainbowgiving.org.au.

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Rainbow Giving Australia (RGA)

Rainbow Giving Australia acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work. We pay our respects to all Elders past and present. Rainbow Giving Australia is committed to working with First Nations LGBTQIA+ organisations and initiatives to mobilise the resources they need for their important work. This always was and always will be Aboriginal land. Sovereignty has never been ceded.