Paul Ramsay Foundation (PRF) has opened a new funding opportunity for programs and organisations focused on addressing the behaviours of fathers and other male caregivers who have used or are at risk of using domestic and family violence (DFV).
The Dads on Track National Grant Round recognises that addressing violence within families is critical to improving the safety of victim survivors and achieving long-term family stability, especially for children and young people. The grants, valued up to $350K per annum for five years, build on earlier PRF funding for organisations responding to DFV, including those with a primary focus on users of violence.
PRF’s Chief of Alliances Liz Yeo said the new funding aimed to support those working to end intergenerational cycles of violence so families and children could thrive.
“We have heard from our partners in the sector that there is an urgent need for programs that focus on users of violence and those at risk of using violence, and that individualised support options for program participants are critical,” she said.
“By bolstering support for existing initiatives, we aim to build on established practice, support continuous improvement and strengthen outcomes. Learning more about what works to support users of violence to change their trajectories is key to building long-term family stability for children and young people.”
Expressions of interest are open from today (2 February) until 2 March 2026. The Grant Round is open to Australian-based organisations or collaborations registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission (ACNC) providing specialist DFV services to men and currently working with fathers using or at risk of using DFV.
Successful grant recipients will work with learning partners to capture collective knowledge to improve outcomes for families.
Further details are provided in the Grant Guidelines on the PRF website.
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The late Paul Ramsay AO established the Foundation in his name in 2006 and, after his death in 2014, left most of his estate to continue his philanthropy for generations to come.
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With organisations and communities, we invest in, build, and influence the conditions needed to stop disadvantage in Australia.
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