2026 INNOVATE Grants

The recipients of 2026 INNOVATE Grants were announced on 31 March. See the list of recipients.

About the initiative

The Research Translation and Innovation Initiative (RTII) provides funding to accelerate the implementation of evidence-based interventions and innovations into practice.

Metro South Health employees can apply for INNOVATE Grants to fund projects that will use research evidence to:

  • implement interventions or models of care
  • promote connected and integrated services
  • deliver better health outcomes for our community.

Funded by MSH Study, Education, and Research Trust Account (SERTA), each project can receive between $200,000 to $250,000 over three years.

How to apply

The 2026 round is closed. The 2027 round will open in October 2026 - you can start planning your application by referring to last year's 2026 INNOVATE Grants Funding Guidelines. Please note, these guidelines are likely to change for the next round.

Applications will be assessed in two stages:

Stage 1: Expression of interest (EOI)

  • Complete and submit the online EOI form on SmartyGrants
  • EOIs will be reviewed, and shortlisted applicants will be invited to progress to Stage 2

Stage 2: Full application

  • Shortlisted applicants will be invited to submit a full application
  • Applications will be assessment based on the funding criteria.

Contact us

For more information about the INNOVATE Grants:

Last updated:   May 2026

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