FROM VISION… TO FUNDED SUCCESS
At Mollard Property Group, we believe that access to quality early education is a right, not a privilege.
Not-for-profit childcare providers play a vital role in shaping the future of Australia’s children. The Government shares this vision with landmark initiatives for not-for-profit services to access essential funding to expand childcare, kindergartens, and community services.
So, while the funding is there, the journey from vision to reality can be fraught with challenges. That’s why having an experienced partner matters. At Mollard Property Group, we bridge the gap between vision and delivery – so you can focus on what matters: children and community.
Book your complimentary grant readiness consultation today.
THE CHALLANGE FOR COMMUNITY-DRIVEN CHILDCARE PROVIDERS
Not-for-profit childcare services are the heart of Australian early learning — mission-driven, community-owned, and focused on children, not profit. But securing highly competitive grants to expand or develop new centres is complex.
Many NFPs underestimate the complexity of navigating the grant application process and the level of expertise, coordination, and compliance required to deliver capital works projects.
This is where most well-intentioned applications falter – not on the vision, but on the execution.
WEAK EVIDENCE OF DEMAND AND MISALIGNED NEEDS
POOR CHILDCARE LICENSING-COMPLIANT DESIGNS
UNREALISTIC PROJECT BUDGETS OR COST ESTIMATES
GOVERNANCE GAPS IN DOCUMENTATION
MISSED DEADLINES AND MILESTONE CONTROL
Securing highly competitive grants requires more than just a good idea and vision; it demands a meticulous and strategic approach. That’s where Mollard Property Group becomes your strategic partner – bridging the gap between vision and delivery.
DOWNLOAD THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE FOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT CHILDCARE PROVIDERS. YOUR ROADMAP TO FUNDING SUCCESS.
Real Results: Turning Community Vision into Reality
When Cowra Early Childhood Services – a not-for-profit preschool, set out to build a new centre, Mollard Property Group helped secure government funding, achieve development approval in just 31 days, and deliver within a grant-aligned budget.
“Partnering with Mollard Property Group was one of the best decisions we made. Their understanding of compliance and community needs was invaluable”
Libby Ewing-Jarvie, General Manager, Cowra Early Childhood Services
YOUR PARTNER IN GRANT-FUNDED CHILDCARE DEVELOPMENT
As Australia’s leading specialists in childcare centre development, with a proven 100% success rate in securing DA approvals, our integrated approach – combining property development expertise with deep grant and funding knowledge to de-risk the entire process, has enabled NFPs to successfully secure multi-million-dollar grants and bring vital childcare facilities to life.
Our integrated model brings together grant strategy, design expertise, development management and project delivery from concept to completion – ensuring every centre meets both community needs and funding requirements.
GRANT APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT REPORT
A comprehensive Needs Assessment, Feasibility Concept Plan, Project Plan, and realistic financial modelling tailored to the funding criteria.
DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT
Navigate and manage planning permits, compliance, and documentation to secure timely approvals.
CENTRE DESIGN & DESIGN MANAGEMENT
Deliver architectural drawings that meet regulations and funding obligations.Maximising every grant dollar while avoiding costly design pitfalls.
PROJECT ADMINISTRATION
Secure building permits, manage tenders, and oversee construction delivery to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Book your complimentary grant readiness consultation today.
DE-RISKING THE JOURNEY
Your journey starts with a strong Grant Application Development Report – it lays the foundation for success. This is where our experts become your organisation’s most valuable asset.
To support the Grant application, we can provide a comprehensive report to ensure a well prepared evidence based application, that adheres to strict compliance and reporting criteria, including:
NEEDS ANALYSIS – Demographic analysis, kindergarten supply and demand analysis to address unmet demand as identified in the relevant KISP.
PLANNING SUMMARY – Review of zoning, regulatory compliance, and planning permit requirements.
FEASIBILITY CONCEPT PLAN – Development of a licensing-compliant, preliminary site layout and floor plan for the proposed ECEC centre.
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS – Total project expenses including development and construction cost estimates, proposed daily fee, operational margin.
PROJECT PLAN – To support the dates nominated in the grant application.
THE EXPERTS TRUSTED BY THE NFP SECTOR
40+ childcare developments across Australia
100% success rate in securing DA approvals
40+ childcare developments across Australia
Licencing compliant floorplans from day one
Proven experience navigating infrastructure funding
FAQs
Not-for-profit childcare providers can access a range of government funding streams (federal, state and sometimes local) for capital works, infrastructure upgrades and early-learning expansion projects. At Mollard Property Group we help you identify the relevant grant program, interpret the eligibility criteria, and prepare a targeted strategy so that your project aligns with the grant requirements — reducing the risk of missing the criteria. We’ve helped clients across states in Australia to secure multi-million-dollar grants and deliver high-impact community childcare spaces.
Grant readiness means having all the evidence, documentation, feasibility reports, design concepts, governance-frameworks and project plans in place so that when you submit your application you meet the grant’s compliance and evaluation criteria. Mollard Property Group’s approach includes: needs analysis, licensing-compliant design, financial modelling and approvals strategy. The time it takes depends on site complexity, zoning and whether you already have key documentation — typical preparation could range from a few weeks to several months, but with our experience we often help clients move much faster.
While every project is unique, the timeline typically comprises: grant approval → design- & planning-phase → construction → commissioning and licencing. At Mollard Property Group we’ve achieved notably fast approvals (for example, 31 days for DA in one regional project). [link to Cowra project] Depending on site complexity, size and location, a project might take anywhere from 12 to 24 months from grant approval to opening day. We prepare a project plan that sets realistic milestones and monitor progress so your organisation can plan accordingly.
Ideally 3–6 months before grant openings. Early preparation allows time for feasibility studies, concept plans, and governance documentation, increasing the success rate.
Yes. Our acquisitions and analytics team identifies suitable off-market sites that meet grant and childcare planning criteria.
Yes, we support you through the full process of preparing the grant application, including generating the evidence-base (demand analysis, site feasibility, budget modelling), aligning design and compliance documentation, and advising on how to present your submission so that it meets the capital works project requirements. We work in partnership with your organisation and governance structures, but the application drafting and lodgement can be managed end-to-end with our team. We clarify responsibilities upfront so you know what we handle and what your team will need to supply.
Mollard Property Group’s unique strength lies in combining grant-strategy expertise with deep childcare centre development experience — covering site acquisition, design, planning/compliance, construction and approvals. Our process ensures your design is licensing-compliant from day one, your budget aligns with realistic build-costs, and the planning/DA pathway is designed to meet both government grant deadlines and local authority requirements. This integrated approach de-risks your investment and increases the likelihood of funding success.
The cost of engaging our services depends on the scale of your project, location, complexity of approvals and design requirements. We tailor our fee structure to each client and scope — for example, we might provide a “Grant Application Development Report” as an early phase deliverable (needs assessment, concept plan, financial modelling, project plan). ¬¬From there you may choose further design, development and delivery services. We recommend booking a complimentary grant-readiness consultation so we can review your specific needs and provide a transparent cost estimate.
Post-approval, we manage project administration — securing building permits, managing tenders, and overseeing construction to ensure on-budget delivery.
Yes. We liaise with local and state government departments to ensure compliance, reporting, and milestone tracking for community childcare projects.
From vision to funded success…
Your journey starts with Mollard Property Group
Together, we can ensure your project is fundable, compliant, and ready to deliver impact.
Book your complimentary grant readiness consultation today.