Women and Change is Queensland’s first giving circle and was established in 2014 to give women the chance to experience high impact giving.

Women & Change will consider applications for any demonstrable need, including operational, infrastructure or capacity-building support, where it is clear that philanthropic funding will make a tangible and measurable difference to the quality of life of individuals and communities in Queensland.

Women & Change distributes all member donations received each year. If total donations exceed the $50,000 grant amount, the additional funds may be allocated and shared equally among the remaining finalists. If donations exceed $100,000, two grants of $50,000 will be awarded, and any remaining funds may again be distributed equally among the other finalists.

Preference is given to charities that:

• Deliver a clearly defined project with measurable outcomes
• Demonstrate a specific community need
• Complete the project in the required timeframe

Part-funding of larger projects is permitted, provided:

• Remaining funds are confirmed
• The project is ready to commence and must be completed in the calendar year following Voting Night.

Applications are open to charitable organisations that:

• a) have BOTH Deductible Gift Recipient 1 (DGR1) and Tax Concessional Charity status (TCC) from the Australian Taxation Office. (to confirm your DGR1 and TCC status, enter your ABN or organisation name here https://abr.business.gov.au)
• b) have been operating for two years as at 1 June,2026 with at least one set of financial records publicly available on the ACNC Charity register here https://acnc.gov.au/charity/charities
• c) propose projects that are Queensland based, with grant funds primarily helping Queenslanders experiencing disadvantage and in need of support or,
• d) are based in Australia (with majority of funds to be spent in Queensland).

• Email: grants@womenandchange.com.au