The Animal Welfare Fund Grants Program was established to support not-for-profit and low-cost vet clinic establish or upgrade their clinics. 

This round forms part of the Victorian Governments $2 million commitment to support not-for-profit and low-cost veterinary clinics.

Round 12 offers the following not-for-profit and low-cost vet clinics grants:

• Grants for veterinary equipment, upgrades and expansions
  • Grants are available of up to $50,000 (GST Free) to not-for-profit and community vet clinics wishing to purchase equipment, or upgrade or expand their facility or services, to benefit the welfare of companion animals.
  • A maximum of 2 veterinary equipment, upgrades and expansions grant applications will be accepted per organisation.
  • Applications must include evidence of not-for-profit status or low-cost service provision.
• Grants to establish new, low-cost veterinary clinics
  • Grants are available of up to $200,000 (GST Free) for organisations wishing to establish new, low-cost veterinary clinics in areas of need in Victoria.
  • Only one new, low-cost vet clinic application will be accepted per organisation.

Who can apply?

Applicants must meet one of the following definitions as described in the ‘Glossary/definitions’ on page 6 of the guidelines: 

• community vet clinic 
• not-for-profit organisation 
• registered veterinary practitioner.

All applicants must have an Australian Business Number (ABN).

• Email: awvgrants@agriculture.vic.gov.au