Financial wellbeing and ageing well

Applications are now open for a grant pool of $1,000,000 to be submitted by 30 April, 2020

The Ageing and Financial Wellbeing Grants Program will enable organisations to create and scale initiatives which build financial capability, wellbeing and economic inclusion for older Australians. 

Ecstra invites applications from organisations representing or engaging with older consumers. Our focus is on practical assistance and resources that actively engage and support older Australians on money matters. The total grant pool available  is $1,000,000.  

ECSTRA FOUNDATION

Ecstra Foundation exists to strengthen the financial capability and wellbeing of all Australians.  

We help Australians access the knowledge and resources they need to make confident money decisions. We provide grants and support to organisations actively working in communities to improve financial capability, wellbeing and economic inclusion. 

We are part of the National Financial Capability Strategy, a network which recognises that when more Australians are in control of their financial lives, everyone benefits. 

THE ISSUE

Australians are enjoying longer lives and better health overall, however many factors influence the financial wellbeing and outcomes for older consumers. Particular challenges may include accessing and navigating financial services, appropriately targeted consumer products and opportunities services and knowing where to go for guidance and support. 

GRANTS AVAILABLE 

Ecstra invites organisations representing or engaging with older Australians to submit expressions of interest.

The Ageing and Financial Wellbeing Grants focus on pragmatic, practical assistance and resources that engage older Australians and support their financial decision making.

Applications should address one or more of these priority areas; 

  • Strengthening digital and financial literacy of older Australians through appropriately targeted, evidence-backed programs 

  • Resources to encourage and promote long term financial plans before retirement age, assistance with understanding superannuation and pension options and transition to retirement 

  • Initiatives to inform and protect older consumers from fraud and financial abuse 

  • Initiatives that address physical and cognitive aging and financial decision making with individuals, their family and/or carers 

  • Inclusive technologies that deliver accessible support, including navigating home care/retirement/aged care options 

  • Resources supporting older consumers with complex needs 

Applicants may propose a single project or a range of activities in one application. Projects may include pilot programs, the scaling of evidence-based approaches, or funding for current or future collaborations. The deadline for submissions is 30 April 2020. 

A total grant pool of $1,000,000 will be committed with grants announced in May 2020. 

HOW TO APPLY 

Please read Ecstra’s Funding Principles and Grant Guidelines which include additional eligibility and assessment criteria before submitting an application.

Applications must be submitted through Ecstra’s grants management system via this link. 

For further information please contact us at info@ecstra.org.au. 

If your organisation is actively working with consumers on financial capability you may still be eligible to apply to Ecstra’s other grant programmes via www.ecstra.org.au