Forms for successful grant holders
Recipients of the Spark grant are required to submit a final report pro-forma within three (3) months of completing their project. The report should outline the project outcomes, key findings, and how the funding supported the development of new or innovative ideas. A budget acquittal must also be submitted, providing a detailed breakdown of how the awarded funds were spent. This ensures accountability and transparency in the management of research foundation funding.
Any amendments to the project, such as an extension request, changes to the approved budget, or modifications to the research plan, must be approved by the chair of the research committee prior to implementation. Awardees should contact the Research and Grants Project Officer to discuss and seek approval for any proposed changes.
Awardees will be provided with the required reporting templates upon project completion.
Please note that failure to submit a completed Report Pro-forma within the required time-frame may affect eligibility for future Osteopathy Australia Research Foundation grants. Eligibility will be reinstated once the outstanding report has been received and accepted.
Research funding is allocated to support independent projects that
align with Osteopathy Australia’s research priorities and strategy.
Grants are awarded through a competitive process, with decisions made by
the Osteopathy Australia Research Committee based on merit. Funding
rounds are held annually, advertised for at least 30 days through
professional associations and research institutions. The Committee may,
at its discretion, prioritise specific topics or themes for each round.
Unused funds in a given round do not carry over to the following year.