Better Futures 2026

Welcome to the Westpac Foundation Application Portal

Thank you for your interest in the Westpac Foundation Better Futures Grants.

IMPORTANT: Please read information below to assist you in completing your application online.

Getting Started

• Before commencing your application, we encourage you to thoroughly read the Westpac Foundation Better Futures Guidelines.
• You can preview the form before commencing with the application process. Click on ‘Preview the form’.
• If you have any questions or need assistance to complete this form, please contact us at westpacfoundation@westpac.com.au
• This portal is powered by SmartyGrants. If you require system support, download the Help Guide for Applicants.
• For any accessibility requirements or adjustments, email westpacfoundation@westpac.com.au with your preferred method of communication (phone, email, national relay service) and the team will gladly assist. 

Email Communication

• To begin an application, you will need to register with SmartyGrants.
• By creating a profile in our SmartyGrants platform, you agree to receive occasional email communications from Westpac Foundation to stay informed about important application dates, eligibility requirements and helpful hints about the submission process. Should you wish to opt-out of these communications, please email westpacfoundation@westpac.com.au. Alternatively, you can unsubscribe upon receipt of any of our emails.

Navigation

• Use the Form Navigation box to jump to any page. This is located on the right-hand side of the page.
• Use 'next page' and 'previous page' buttons to move sequentially.

Managing Your Application

• Save frequently while completing the form as it does not auto save.
• To pause: click 'save and close' then log out.
• Resume later through the 'My Submissions' link.
• Download a PDF copy anytime using the 'Download PDF' button.
• Review questions in advance by clicking ‘Preview the form’.

Submission Process

• Review your application using the 'Review and Submit' button.
• You will not be able to submit your application until all the compulsory questions are completed and there are no validation errors.
• You'll receive a confirmation email with your submission attached.
• Check spam/junk folders if confirmation email is missing.
• If you have not received a confirmation email, it means your application was NOT submitted.
• Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date are not eligible.

Privacy Notice

We pledge to respect and uphold your rights to privacy protection under the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) as established under the Privacy Act 1988 and amended by the Privacy Amendment (Enhancing Privacy Protection) Act 2012. To view our privacy statement, go to Westpac Foundation Privacy Statement.

We wish you all the best with your application!