The Snow Foundation has committed up to $10 million over five years to programs helping boys and young men challenge harmful attitudes towards women and prevent violence.

The Canberra-linked philanthropic organisation has opened a national funding round targeting boys and young men aged 12 to 25, as well as parents, teachers, coaches and others who influence them.

The Positive Masculinities Partnership Round will support seven to 12 organisations, with grants of up to $250,000 a year for three to five years.

Snow Foundation CEO Georgina Byron says many boys and men already support gender equality but underestimate how widely those views are shared.

“We want to support organisations that help boys and men recognise that they are not alone, giving them the confidence to speak up, challenge harmful attitudes and lead by example,” she says.

Snow Foundation director and Canberra Airport CEO Stephen Byron says early adolescence is a critical period when boys are developing their understanding of masculinity, often influenced by online content.

The funding will support prevention programs in schools, sporting clubs, workplaces and online spaces, alongside research and evaluation to identify effective approaches.

Applications are open to eligible charities, not-for-profits and businesses with annual revenue below $10 million and less than half their funding from government.

Applications close at 5pm AEDT on December 11, with successful organisations to be announced in May 2027.

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