Grants & Funding

Supporting You to Create Amazing Unplugged Learning Spaces

Sometimes budgets aren't as big as you'd like...

And that is when applying for a grant can assist with funding!  Chances are there is a grant opportunity available to help you redefine your indoor or outdoor playspace and build community well-being.

With our products being an alternative to traditional, in-ground static equipment, you can improve community connections, spark imagination and curiosity which aligns perfectly with the purpose of many grants.

Whatever facility or program you are looking to enhance/expand, the grants listed below will stretch your budget so you can acquire these engaging and innovative loose parts play resources.

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Grant Listings

We've done the searching for you, and are proud to offer a curated list of grants. Check out the list of opportunities below, find one (or more!) that fits, and click the link to discover the details.

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To assist schools with establishment costs for:

Senior Secondary Science for new schools opening years 11 and 12

Resource Centres

Parents and Citizens Associations (paid once per centre)

Curriculum resourcing

On-going funding for QLD schools

DETAILS: https://education.qld.gov.au/about-us/budgets-funding-grants/grants/state-schools/core-funding/establishment-appropriation

Funding Community Projects with a focus on one or more of the following:

Health (including community safety)

Education (maths, science & engineering)

Environment/conservation

Community support projects, volunteering and the arts are also supported.

On-Going Funding

DETAILS: https://www.exxonmobil.com.au/Community-engagement/Local-outreach/Community-engagement-and-partnerships#Australiancontributionsguidelines

The National Science Week Grants provide funding for individuals and organisations with up to $20,000 for support of delivering STEM engagement activities.

CLOSING 11 December 2023


DETAILS: https://business.gov.au/grants-and-programs/national-science-week-grants-2024

Fundraise Yourself gives Schools the opportunity to fundraise for projects that improve educational outcomes for students.


Applications are always open.



DETAILS: https://www.schoolsplus.org.au/for-schools/school-led-fundraising-school/

* Please note these listings are for informational purposes only. Mud Kitchen is not affiliated with any external grant providers, and cannot take responsibility for the accuracy of listings. We encourage you to contact funders directly for the most complete information.

Remember... this is just a small sampling of grants available - search online for even more!