The Positive Action Community Grant program looks to fund community-based projects that reach those most affected by, or at risk of HIV, particularly in marginalised, hard to reach or vulnerable communities.

Positive Action Community Grants look to support projects that address the key issues that impact the lives of people with HIV in Australia.

In 2026, the grants will support projects that aim to:

• Enhance quality of life for people living with HIV
• Enhancing relationships between people living with HIV and healthcare professionals
• Improve HIV-related knowledge in priority populations
• Improve health system responses to achieve best long-term health outcomes for people living with HIV

Who is eligible to apply?
The applicant must meet the following eligibility criteria to apply for grants:

• Be a charity, non-government or community-based organisation witha focus (>75%)on HIVand people living with HIV
• Meets all the legal requirements expected of a non-government or community-based organisation in Australia
• Actively engages, collaborates and advocates with people living with HIV

How much can you apply for?
A total amount of AU$200,000 (excl. GST) will be awarded to a number of organisations for the 2024 grants cycle representing the key priority areas. Grant requests may not exceed more than 25% of your total annual organisational income.

What will not be funded?
The ViiV Healthcare Positive Action Community Grants Program will not fund the following:

• Retrospective project expenditures
• Overseas travel costs
• On-going operational, capital works or facilities maintenance costs
• Purchase of equipment that incurs ongoing maintenance costs
• Competitions, prizes, profit making, or fundraising activities
• Projects that seek funding in excess of 25% of overall annual organisational income

• Email: ann.l.maccarrone@viivhealthcare.com