Frequently Asked Questions
Nomination FAQ
Eligibility criteria – Mobility Foundation
Eligible applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Applicant is an individual living with disability.
- Applicant is an organisation delivering services to people with disability or ageing populations (ie: community welfare, health services, aged care, sporting or recreational facilities supporting inclusion).
- Applicant (Individual or organisation) must be based in New South Wales.
- Applicant must provide a statement and documentation outlining the need for assistive technology supported by medical recommendation (individuals) or community impact statement (organisations).
- The grant must be used to acquire Para Mobility product(s) – eligible options include:
- IBIS Wheelchair to Car Access
- Pelican Pool Hoist
- Kingfisher Pool Access Seat
- Aquatic Wheelchair
- Platypus Pool Steps
- The assistive technology must be used to support health, mobility or inclusion for an individual or community.
- Applicant must agree to participate in a short impact story, case study and photo submission to share how the grant made a difference.
There are no restrictions on who can nominate. You can self nominate or be nominated by someone else.
Nominations are often family members, carers or allied health professionals as well as community and staff members.
Grants may cover a range of Para Mobility products designed to enhance independence and access, including:
- IBIS Wheelchair to Car Access
- Pelican Pool Hoist
- Kingfisher Pool Access Seat
- Aquatic Wheelchair
- Platypus Pool Steps
No. Applying for a grant is completely free.
You may be asked to submit:
- A brief personal or medical statement outlining the need (individuals)
- Community impact statement (organisations)
- Proof of residency in NSW
We review applications on a rolling basis multiple times per year. We will reach out if you are short-listed to progress to the next phase.
Yes. Mobility Foundation grants are designed to help in situations where NDIS or other funding may fall short or not cover a particular product.
Yes, depending on your circumstances and available funding. You can outline all your needs in the application, and we’ll assess how best to support you. Note that this does not guarantee multiple items will be included in the grant.
In most cases, we aim to fully fund the equipment. However, in some situations, there may be additional costs associated with shipping as well as installation. We will discuss these aspects prior to allocation if relevant.
Currently, the program is limited to NSW. We hope to expand in future. Please join our mailing list to keep up to date.
Applications are reviewed by our grants panel based on:
- Urgency and impact
- Type of equipment requested
- Available funding
- Supporting documentation
We may also reach out for additional information or clarification during the review process.
Yes. If your application isn’t successful this time, you are welcome to reapply during future grant rounds, especially if circumstances change or more funding becomes available.
Yes, recipients can apply for future grants.
If you have further information to supply in relation to your application please contact us or send additional details to info@mobilityfoundation.org.au and we can update your application form.
Supporter FAQ
Clubs, businesses, community organisations, foundations and other supporters can contribute in several ways. You may fund a complete accessibility project, contribute towards a specific piece of equipment, sponsor a pre-vetted recipient or discuss an ongoing funding partnership with the Mobility Foundation.
Talk to us about the type and level of support you’re considering and we can help identify suitable opportunities.
Where suitable projects are available, we can connect your organisation with pre-vetted recipients and specific accessibility needs.
This gives you the opportunity to understand what equipment is required, why it is needed and the difference your contribution could help make before committing funding.
The Mobility Foundation receives nominations and also proactively identifies potential projects through direct community outreach.
Projects are reviewed to establish the recipient, accessibility need, equipment required and potential impact. Depending on the application, supporting information may also be required to help establish eligibility and genuine need.
Our aim is to give funders confidence that their contribution is being directed towards an identified accessibility outcome.
No. Sponsors can fund a complete project or contribute towards one.
Partial funding can be particularly valuable where some funding has already been secured but a shortfall is preventing the project from proceeding. Where appropriate, contributions from multiple funding partners may also be combined to help achieve the amount required.
Every contribution can help move a project closer to completion.
Where suitable pre-vetted projects are available, we can work with you to identify opportunities within a particular location or community.
This can be especially valuable for clubs, community organisations and businesses wanting to see locally generated funds create an impact close to home.
Talk to us about the geographic area you would like to support and we can discuss current opportunities.
If your organisation is aware of an aquatic centre, school, hospital, community organisation, disability service, aged care provider or other facility where better accessibility could make a difference, talk to us.
We can investigate the need and determine whether it may be suitable for consideration as a Mobility Foundation project.
Yes. Funding specific equipment is one of the most tangible ways to support the Mobility Foundation.
Rather than simply contributing to a general cause, your organisation can potentially help fund an identified item for a pre-vetted recipient or community project.
It provides a clear connection between your contribution, the equipment and the accessibility outcome it is intended to create.
Our goal is to make the impact of community funding as tangible as possible.
Where appropriate and subject to recipient permissions, funded projects may be supported by updates, photographs or impact stories demonstrating what was provided and how it has improved access or participation.
This can help clubs, businesses and other funding organisations share the outcome with their members, employees, stakeholders and wider community.
There isn’t one set amount.
Accessibility projects vary considerably depending on the recipient, equipment and installation requirements. Some funders may choose to sponsor a complete project, while others contribute towards the amount required.
You don’t need to have a large funding budget to start a conversation with us.
Tell us what level of support you’re considering and we can discuss opportunities that may be suitable.
