Announcement “Ascend GRC: 100” Grants Program to Support Not-for-Profits in Governance, Risk, and Compliance Training
- Ascend GRC
- Mar 16
- 2 min read

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📅 [Applicability - Australia-wide, Date: 30th April 2025]
We are proud to announce the launch of the Ascend GRC: 100 grants program, an initiative designed to provide dollar-for-dollar matched funding to 100 not-for-profit (NFP) organisations, helping them access high-quality governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) learning solutions.
The program aims to break financial barriers for NFPs and institutions looking to improve governance, compliance, and risk management practices through Ascend GRC’s Learning Management Systems (LMS). Successful applicants will receive matched funding, ensuring that every dollar they invest in Ascend GRC solutions is doubled.
Empowering NFPs with Governance & Compliance Training
The Ascend GRC: 100 program is open to all registered NFPs and educational institutions, with no cap on organisational size. Eligible organisations must align with at least one of the following priority areas:
✅ Supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs)
✅ Providing dedicated support to ex-service members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF)
✅ Operating as an educational institution (schools, universities, training providers)
✅ Promoting economic development internationally in alignment with the UN SDGs
✅ Supporting people with disabilities
✅ Advancing access to justice and the legal system
✅ Promoting free and open trade and migration
“Governance, risk, and compliance training should be accessible to all organisations, regardless of size or funding constraints. With the Ascend GRC: 100 program, we are ensuring that mission-driven organisations have the tools they need to strengthen their governance frameworks,”
Match-Funded Grants with Flexible Payment Support
The Ascend GRC: 100 grants are match-funded, meaning Ascend GRC will double every dollar an organisation invests in its LMS solutions. Additionally, successful applicants can request a 12-month payment plan, allowing them to spread costs over time rather than requiring an upfront expense.
What the Grant Covers:
✔ Ascend GRC: e-Learning | Access – Providing high-quality GRC training solutions.
✔ Ascend GRC: e-Learning | LMS – Offering customised in-house learning management systems.
How to Apply
📅 Applications Open: [30th April 2025]
📅 Deadline for Applications: [30th June 2025]
📍 Apply Online: [www.ascendgrc.org/grants]
To apply, organisations must complete a short online application outlining their need for governance and compliance training and their commitment to match-funding.
Building a Stronger Governance Future
Ascend GRC is committed to equipping organisations with the knowledge and tools to build strong, sustainable governance structures. By participating in Ascend GRC: 100, organisations will gain critical compliance and risk management expertise, ensuring they operate with integrity and resilience.
For more information about the Ascend GRC: 100 grants program or to apply, visit www.ascendgrc.org/grants or contact grants@ascendgrc.org.