Teddy Sheean VC Memorial Grants Program

Overview

The Teddy Sheean VC Memorial Grants Program honours the sacrifice made by Edward 'Teddy' Sheean VC, as a representative of the many Tasmanians who gave their lives selflessly for others in the defence of our country during World War Two.

The Teddy Sheean VC Memorial Grants Program 2026-27 (the Program) aims to:

• assist Tasmanian ex-service organisations and clubs undertaking minor capital works or purchasing equipment
• contribute to veterans' welfare by delivering initiatives that support wellbeing and strengthen community connection
• contribute to community organisations constructing, maintaining, or repairing war memorials, helping Tasmanians to continue honouring veterans through attendance at Anzac Day and other commemorative services.

The Department of Premier and Cabinet recognises that not all ex-service personnel identify as ‘veterans’. The Program aims to benefit all ex-serving personnel who have served at least one day in the Australian Defence Force (ADF), including reservists, those who have experienced operational deployments, and those who have served in peacekeeping and peace-making operations, including humanitarian and domestic support operations. For the purposes of the Program, any reference to ‘veterans’ includes all ex-serving personnel described above.

Funding Available

The total funding for this Program was up to $100,000. All amounts listed are GST exclusive.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants could apply once, under multiple categories to a combined maximum of $30,000.

Eligible Projects

• Category 1: grants of up to $20,000 are available for minor capital works and/or refurbishment.
• Category 2: grants of up to $10,000 are available for equipment purchases.
• Category 3: grants of up to $10,000 are available for welfare initiatives.
• Category 4: grants of up to $20,000 are available for the construction, maintenance and repair of war memorials.

Eligible Applicants

1. All applicants must be based in Tasmania.
2. Applicants must satisfy the eligibility criteria set out in the Program Guidelines.
3. Applicants must provide information that is true, accurate and complete. The department may verify information provided in an application and request additional information for assessment or audit purposes. Providing false or misleading information may result in an application being found ineligible, funding being withdrawn, repayment of grant funds being required, or other action permitted by law.
4. Applicants must have an appropriate level of public liability insurance for the proposed project.
5. A copy of the applicant’s current public liability insurance cover must be attached to the application.
6. An eligible applicant may apply in its own right and also auspice another organisation under the program. The auspicee must apply under its legal name and provide formal written confirmation that the auspicing organisation will accept the relevant administrative, legal and financial responsibilities for the grant.