Grants for Seniors Projects 2025–2026

Organisation	Project location	Project title	Project description	Grant amount
Vietnamese Community in Australia/ South Australia Chapter Incorporated	Western and Northern Adelaide	Equipment to support elders exercise	The grant will support the wellbeing, independence and social connection of older clients by offering engaging activities, personalised support and culturally sensitive care in a welcoming, inclusive environment.	$6,000
Southern Yorke Peninsula Community Hub Incorporated	Yorke and Mid North	Social togetherness, developing connection and continual learning	The grant will help reduce social isolation and strengthen community connection by bringing older people together for skill‑sharing activities and talks from professionals and community representatives.	$9,186
Prospect Hill Community Association Incorporated	Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island	Intergenerational strength, flexibility and fitness — yoga classes for the Prospect Hill Community	The grant will fund yoga sessions, including a venue, instructor and equipment, to improve strength, mobility and wellbeing for older people in the Prospect Hill community, helping maintain independence and reduce isolation.	$8,000
Swiss Club of SA Inc	Adelaide metropolitan area	Connecting communities through cards - Swiss Jass for all	The grant will fund monthly Jass card‑game sessions in 2026 to share Swiss culture and strengthen social and intergenerational connections among seniors and the wider community.	$5,275
Hackham West Community Centre Inc.	Southern Adelaide	Silver Explorers — Shared Journeys	The grant will support a six‑month program where older residents co‑design outings and creative workshops, building social connection, confidence and intergenerational engagement in Hackham West.	$10,000
Mt McKenzie Hall	Barossa, Light and Lower North	Celebrating a centenary of creativity, community and connections	The grant will support a 2026 SALA event to celebrate Mt McKenzie’s creativity, encouraging local artist - especially older and isolated residents - to create, connect and share their work.	$1,700
UnitingSA LTD	Eyre and Western	Club 50+ Seniors Activities @ Whyalla Community Centre	The grant will support Club 50+ to deliver weekly sessions combining social connection, skills‑building and supported referrals for older people in Whyalla, with free transport and an inclusive, co‑designed approach that strengthens confidence, independence and community participation.	$10,000
Burundian Community of SA Inc	Adelaide metropolitan area	Seniors Information Sharing	The grant will support workshops that make aged care information accessible for older people and families, particularly those from refugee backgrounds, to support informed future care decisions.	$10,000
The Junction Community Centre Inc	Western Adelaide	Active Minds, Healthy Minds - brain training and 1:1 digital literacy drop-in service	The grant will support weekly brain‑training activities and digital literacy support to strengthen cognitive health and improve older people’s confidence and skills with technology.	$10,000
Overseas Chinese Association of SA Inc	Eastern, Western and Northern Adelaide	Harmony in Motion - Tai Chi for body, mind, and community	The grant will support Tai Chi classes and education on dementia risk factors to help Chinese older people build practical skills that support cognitive health and reduce long‑term dementia risk.	$9,700
Vitalstatistix Incorporated	Western Adelaide	Age on Stage — plays and performances by older lesbians	The grant will support Vitalstatistix’s 2026 program highlighting ageing with new works by Margie Fischer and Roxxy Bent, featuring a revival honouring local women and a vibrant show celebrating queer life and positive ageing.	$10,000
The Trustee for JAMES BROWN MEMORIAL TRUST	Southern Adelaide	Wellbeing Across Generations — mind, movement & meaning	The grant will support a weekly intergenerational program combining movement, mindfulness and storytelling to strengthen wellbeing, reduce isolation and celebrate ageing, ending with a community showcase.	$10,000
Total	-	-	-	$99,861