Increasing the confidence, skills and online safety of older Australians. We empower our network of community partners to support older people through training, free resources and a multi million dollar grants program.
With our Be Connected partner eSafety, this program supports older Australians to build their digital skills. Be Connected brings together free local support and a huge library of online learning opportunities. Organisations in our network partner with us to run programs for over 50s on topics like avoiding scams, using smartphones and essential digital skills.
Since 2017, we have supported 2 million people to be connected.
Our library of free online learning resources support over 50s to improve their digital skills. Our community partners use these resources to provide local support. You can also use them to learn in your own time.
We offer training, coaching and free resources to help community organisations run digital skills programs for over 50’s.
Our Be Connected grants help organisations run digital skills programs for over 50’s in their community. Ranging from $1,000 to $52,500, they can be used to:
Several grants are regularly available through this program. Organisations must be a member of our network to apply.
Check this first semester calendar with the upcoming grants and funding opportunities.
Learn more about each program and grant details. Find the opportunity that suits you best.
Our library of resources for digital mentors help community organisation to support over 50s to improve their digital skills and confidence. Join the network to access these resources, grants and more!
