We assess the merits of each grant application, as well as their relevance to our statutory functions, guidines principles and our strategic priorities.

Our functions

Grants are considered with reference to the our statutory functions outlined in section 5 of the Foundation’s governing legislation, the Victoria Law Foundation Act 2009. Under the Act, the Foundation only has the power to make grants to organisations. Download a copy of the Foundation’s functions (PDF - 45 KB).

grants Guiding principles

Our guiding principles help to determine the originality of a project and its potential benefits to Victorians. Download a copy of the grants guiding principles (PDF - 60 KB).
 

strategic priorities

Grant applications are considered in relation to the Foundation’s strategic priorities. The priorities focus on the delivery of real benefits to Victorians not only through our own programs but building capacity across the legal sector. Download the Strategic Plan Summary 2011/12 to 2013/14 (PDF - 37 KB).