Steve Waugh Foundation Grants for Young Australians with Rare Diseases 2026

  • Published: September 07, 2026
  • Deadline: September 30, 2026
  • Category: Grants
  • Eligible Locations: Australia

Applications are currently being accepted for the Steve Waugh Foundation Grants for Young Australians with Rare Diseases 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

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About Steve Waugh Foundation Grants for Young Australians with Rare Diseases

The Steve Waugh Foundation provides grants to support young Australians aged 0–25 who are living with rare diseases and cannot access appropriate assistance from other organizations or government programs. Funding can help cover practical needs such as equipment, mobility aids, communication devices, therapy, and eligible minor home modifications. The Foundation’s work is guided by its “Strength of Character” philosophy, which focuses on empowering young people and families facing the challenges associated with rare diseases.

Benefits of Steve Waugh Foundation Grants for Young Australians with Rare Diseases

Eligible grant funding can support a range of practical items and services.

Examples include:

  • Disability and support equipment.
  • Mobility aids.
  • Communication devices.
  • Therapy.
  • Minor home modifications.
  • Other eligible supports related to the applicant’s rare disease.

Steve Waugh Foundation Grants for Young Australians with Rare Diseases Requirements

Applicants must meet several eligibility requirements.

The applicant must:

  • Be aged 0–25 years.
  • Have a formally diagnosed rare disease.
  • Meet the Foundation’s rare-disease prevalence requirement.
  • Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident for at least five years.
  • Hold an Australian Medicare card.
  • Provide appropriate medical and diagnostic evidence.
  • Demonstrate that government funding has been sought for the requested support.

The grant is intended for young Australians who cannot obtain the required assistance from other available funding sources.

 

Application Date and Process

  • Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

30 September, 2026

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