GO8125: Australia-Japan Foundation 50th Anniversary Grant
In 2026, Australia and Japan will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Basic Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation (Basic Treaty).
The AJF will also mark 50 years since its establishment.The AJF 50th Anniversary Grant celebrates this significant milestone by supporting events that bring people together to honour the legacy of Australia-Japan relations and foster future-oriented collaboration, innovation and mutual understanding.
The grant opportunity aims to reflect on the past 50 years while looking ahead to the next 50 years of cooperation.
It also seeks to amplify the visibility and impact of funded activities through strong communications — encouraging applicants to plan for effective promotion before, during and after their events, and to produce high-quality digital assets that can be used to showcase the Australia-Japan relationship into the future.
The intended outcomes of the program are: - Delivery of impactful and well-promoted events that celebrate the Australia-Japan relationship. - Increased public engagement and understanding of the bilateral relationship. - Strengthened networks and partnerships between Australian and Japanese stakeholders. - Greater involvement of emerging leaders and youth in shaping the future of bilateral cooperation.- Visible inclusion of diverse voices and communities in commemorative and forward-looking initiatives. - Representation of communities across Australia in the celebration of the 50th anniversary. - Creation of digital assets that can be used to promote the activity and contribute to AJF’s broader communications efforts.
Applicants must be one of the listed eligible entity types:
- an Australian entity with an ABN, ACN or ICN
- an Australian consortium with a lead organisation
- an Australian registered charity or not-for-profit organisation
- an Australian local government body
- an Australian State/Territory government body
- a corporate Commonwealth entity
- an Australian statutory authority
- an Australian citizen or permanent resident
- or a Japanese citizen or organisation
Individuals or primary contacts must be at least 18 years old.
Applications must include two short, signed independent references; letters of support from nominated partners (if applicable); an organisational capability statement or individual CVs; if applying on behalf of a university, a letter of support from the Research Office or equivalent; and child protection guidelines meeting the DFAT Child Protection Policy if the project involves people under 18.
Applicants must not receive funding from another government source for the same purpose.
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Last updated: 12 February 2026