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CBF Development & Operations Grants

Community Broadcasting Foundation · Australia

Grants that strengthen the governance, sustainability and day-to-day operations of community media organisations. Ideal for building capacity behind your radio programs, including staffing, training and core operational costs.

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Funding

$5K – $150K

Closed

3 Mar 2026

Duration

1-2_years

Location

Australia

Who Can Apply

Australian community broadcasting licensees and associated organisations; focus on organisational development, capacity building and essential operations.

What's Funded

station coordination roles,volunteer training programs,strategic planning,technology and studio upgrades,community outreach linked to broadcasting

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Expected Outcomes

stronger governance,financial sustainability,improved service delivery,better-supported volunteers

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Key Information

Official Grant Page

Community Broadcasting Foundation

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the CBF Development & Operations Grants?

The CBF Development & Operations Grants is a non-profit grant offered by Community Broadcasting Foundation in Australia, providing $5K – $150K in funding. Grants that strengthen the governance, sustainability and day-to-day operations of community media organisations. Ideal for building capacity behind your radio programs, including staffing, training and core operational costs.
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How much funding does the CBF Development & Operations Grants provide?

The CBF Development & Operations Grants provides $5K – $150K in funding. The typical project duration is 1-2_years.
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Who is eligible for the CBF Development & Operations Grants?

Australian community broadcasting licensees and associated organisations; focus on organisational development, capacity building and essential operations.
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When does the CBF Development & Operations Grants close?

Applications closed on 3 Mar 2026.
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What activities are funded?

station coordination roles,volunteer training programs,strategic planning,technology and studio upgrades,community outreach linked to broadcasting
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