APPLY FOR ASSISTANCE
THE QUEEN’S FUND PROVIDES FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO SINGLE, VICTORIAN WOMEN AND THEIR CHILDREN WHO ARE IN CRISIS, DISTRESS OR EMERGENCY SITUATIONS.
Our average grant is $329.
Please bear this in mind when making your application.
THE APPLICATION MUST BE FROM A SOCIAL WORKER OR A SIMILARLY QUALIFIED PERSON.
Applications must be received by Thursday 5pm prior to the Monday meeting to be considered in that month. Any late submissions will be rolled over to the next month unless they qualify for the fast track.
Please note cheque payments will be abolished from 1 January 2022 (other than for payments to DHHS, DFFS, VicRoads part-payments and other payees who do not accept EFT or BPAY payments).
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Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox to access the application portal. You may experience errors if you use the Internet Explorer browser.
Complete all sections of the application form.
If you require more space please submit extra information in an attachment.
Please state if your client is at imminent risk of eviction or disconnection of utilities or urgently needs funds to secure accommodation so that the fast track system can be activated.
If you want to save a copy of your application, print the application before you submit it. You will receive an email confirming that your application has been received.
APPLICATIONS
CUT OFF DATES
All applications will be required to be lodged by 5 pm on the following dates:
THURSDAY 18 JANUARY 2024
THURSDAY 15 FEBRUARY 2024
THURSDAY 14 MARCH 2024
THURSDAY 11 APRIL 2024
THURSDAY 16 MAY 2024
THURSDAY 13 JUNE 2024
THURSDAY 18 JULY 2024
THURSDAY 15 AUGUST 2024
THURSDAY 19 SEPTEMBER 2024
THURSDAY 17 OCTOBER 2024
THURSDAY 21 NOVEMBER 2024
THURSDAY 12 DECEMBER 2024
REFERRAL MEETINGS
Our referral meetings are held on the third Monday of each month:
MONDAY 21 JANUARY 2024
MONDAY 18 FEBRUARY 2024
MONDAY 17 MARCH 2024
MONDAY 14 APRIL 2024
MONDAY 19 MAY 2024
MONDAY 16 JUNE 2024
MONDAY 21 JULY 2024
MONDAY 18 AUGUST 2024
MONDAY 22 SEPTEMBER 2024
MONDAY 20 OCTOBER 2024
MONDAY 24 NOVEMBER 2024
MONDAY 16 DECEMBER 2024
CRITERIA
ONLY WOMEN WHO HAVE NO SUPPORTING PARTNER, AND/OR THEIR CHILDREN, ARE ELIGIBLE.
THE QUEEN’S FUND PROVIDES FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO SINGLE, VICTORIAN WOMEN AND THEIR CHILDREN WHO ARE IN CRISIS, DISTRESS OR EMERGENCY SITUATIONS.
The application must be assessed and referred by social workers or similarly qualified professional staff from appropriately accredited organisations. Residency in Victoria for a period of 12 months or more is required.
Each application to The Queen’s Fund will be assessed to ensure it fits within our guidelines. Due to unprecedented and sustained demand for our assistance, we have had to tighten our funding guidelines. We now do not fund:
applications on behalf of men or boys under the age of 18;
women with partners;
if woman was assisted by TQF in the past 12 months;
fines;
pet expenses;
legal fees;
where items can be obtained from other charities;
credit card debts, personal loans or reduction of large debts;
hire purchase, unless due to an emergency or unexpected event;
funeral costs; or
incomplete applications.
If the application is approved, payment by EFT/BPAY is preferred and will be made directly to the nominated payee and a letter of confirmation of payment will be emailed to the referring agency. You can check the status of your application on the application portal. Please do not email enquiries asking if your application has been successful.
NOTE: For security and privacy reasons please do not send applications or documents via email.
PARTNERS OFFERS
ORIGIN ENERGY
Eligible women who are Orgin Energy account holders can receive assistance with their energy bills.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE
TO APPLY FOR THE DEBT WAIVER PROGRAM CLICK HERE
THE GOOD GUYS COMMERCIAL
After creating a The Good Guys Commercial account, any referring agency working with The Queen's Fund may access The Good Guys Commercial prices for appliances and technology for their clients.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE
B2C COMMUNITY
Offer a 15% discount and free delivery on refurbished desktop computers
or laptops to applicants who receive funding from The Queen’s Fund.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE
SPECSAVERS
Offer 25% off frame and lenses to eligible applicants who request
funding from The Queen’s Fund.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE
2U GROCER
2U Grocer offers women who receive funding for groceries from The Queen's Fund a discount code so they get more value from the grant given by The Queen's Fund. The amount of the discount is 7% so a grant of $400 from the Queen's Fund would allow them to purchase $428 worth of groceries.
For every purchase made using the discount code, 2U Grocer would donate $5 back to The Queen's Fund.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE
FEEDBACK FORM
The Queen’s Fund relies on grants and donations from philanthropic trusts and foundations and individuals. Our supporters require us to demonstrate how their funding has made a difference. To assist us with this reporting, we would be grateful if you could complete our brief survey at https://goo.gl/forms/l5jIKYqiyXAo0k253
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. The amount of the grant seems to vary and I have noticed that some of my clients have not received the full $400. Why is this?
The Fund does not have the means to give every applicant $400 or give amounts greater than $400 to assist with large debts. The grants range from $20 to $400 and vary according to the availability of donated funds, the number of clients applying in the given month, and the needs of the client. The average size of grants given in the 2020/2021 financial year was $329. It is helpful if you can identify the need, the amount of the grant, and payee details in your application.
2. How long does it take for my client to receive a grant from The Queen’s Fund?
It depends on when we receive your application (relative to the referrals subcommittee meeting). EFT/BPay payments are made 1-2 days after the referral subcommittee meeting. Please refer to the list of referrals meeting dates on our website so you can time your application to receive payment as soon as possible for your client. See FAQ 3 for details on our fast-track application process.
3. My client is about to get evicted, urgently needs funds to secure accommodation or is about to have her power cut off. Is there any way you could provide a grant for my client earlier than usual?
In April 2015 we initiated a fast-track response for applications where the client is at risk of imminent eviction or disconnection of utilities or urgently needs funds to secure accommodation. If this is the case for your client, please submit an online application in the normal manner through our website but also send an email to enquiries@queensfund.org.au requesting that the application be fast-tracked.
4. Can The Queen’s Fund pay the grant directly to my client?
The Queen’s Fund does not pay the grant directly to the client but will pay a third party payee such as utility providers, storage companies, automotive repair companies, schools, doctors or landlords. It is important you provide the payee details and the amount requested in your application.
6. How many times can my organisation apply to The Queen’s Fund?
There is no upper limit on the number of clients you can refer, as long as they are deemed eligible. Clients must have lived in Victoria for 12 months and must be single. However, assistance can only be provided to each client (or their children) once in any year.
7. Will I receive a confirmation letter when I send my application form?
When you complete your application online you will be sent a confirmation with an identifying number.
8. I am a single woman in dire financial circumstances. Can I apply to The Queen’s Fund directly?
No. You must apply to The Queen’s Fund through a social welfare organisation. We rely on the social workers to assess your greatest need at the time of application and work with you to ensure that after you receive assistance from The Queen’s Fund you are able to get things back on track and work towards becoming self reliant.
9. My client is a single woman with children. Can I request assistance from The Queen’s Fund for her children?
Absolutely. We are happy to assist women in need with the cost of education for their children and other costs including uniforms, medical equipment, glasses, school camps, after-school activities etc.
10. My client’s need has changed since the date of the application. What do I do?
If payment has been made to the referring organisation on behalf of the client, any changes to how funds granted will be spent must be approved by the Committee first.
Please email enquiries@queensfund.org.au giving the original Application Number, explaining why the change is needed and how you would like to reapply the funds on your client's behalf. Please include invoices/quotes to support your request.
Your request will be referred to the fast-track subcommittee for approval. Please be aware there is no guarantee your request will be approved and the original amount granted may be reduced (eg where the new item requested is less expensive than the original item). If your request is not approved, you will be required to return the money to The Queen's Fund and the client's application will be canceled, ensuring your client is eligible to reapply to The Queen’s Fund.
11. I have a question about my application or The Queen’s Fund more generally. Is there someone I can call?
The Queen’s Fund’s management committee is comprised of 27 women who give their time to The Queen’s Fund on an unpaid, volunteer basis. We do not have an office or a telephone line. If you have a query, please use the form on the “Contact Us” section of our website or send an email to enquiries@queensfund.org.au. We will respond to your query as soon as we are able.
Any other questions,
please contact enquiries@queensfund.org.au.