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There are two funding streams available (see table below):

Small stream is for eligible venue hire costs up to $10,000.

Large stream is for eligible venue hire costs between $10,001 and $40,000 maximum.

Please note:

An organisation can apply under one stream only.

If more than one application is submitted, the department will only consider the first application.

All other applications will not be accepted.

What are the differences between the two funding streams?

Small stream is easier to access, has lower documentation requirements and the program will fund most eligible applications.

The Small stream focuses on eligibility and so an eligible organisation seeking a grant to undertake the hire of an eligible venue for eligible activities is likely to be funded.

Large stream is still easy to access but will require additional application, assessment and reporting documents and may require matched funding.

The Large stream also focuses on eligibility but a hire activities plan and budget / quotes are also required when you apply and there is a higher standard of financial reporting required at the end of the venue hire(s).

For the Large funding stream, hiring private commercial facilities such as hotels or function centres will require matched funding from the applicant.

The large stream is more competitive, and not all applications will be successful.

Funding stream Hire type Matched funding* Required matched funding ratio (organisation: grant) Mandatory documents** Grant funding available
Small stream Once only and/or regular and repeat venue hires Not required N/A Hire Activities Plan Up to $10,000
Large stream Once only and/or regular and repeat venue hires Yes - only for private commercial for-profit venues) * 1:1* Hire Activities PlanVenue QuotesBank Statements Between $10,001 and $40,000

*See Matched funding requirements page for more information

**See Mandatory documents page for more information

Supporting Community Diversity

CCHH program funding aims to support diversity among Victoria’s Chinese communities and to encourage organisations to take an inclusive and intersectional approach in these projects. All applicants should consider the diverse needs and experiences of community members including, for example, Chinese Victorian women, seniors, LGBTIQA+ people, youth, and children.

Updated 20 February 2026

2025-26 Chinese Community Hall Hire Program Guidelinespdf904.81 KB

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