The Shire has developed the community grants program to provide funds to local community groups for activities that not only benefit the members of the group, but the broader community.
Grants must meet identified community need, promote active participation of local residents and build community strength.
The grants program is organised on a financial year basis and is a competitive process.
A range of grants are available throughout the year.
Community Event Grant
The Community Event Grant awards up to $5000 for groups wishing to run fetes, festivals, markets, sporting/recreational carnivals, exhibitions, small performances and training related to the event. Funding can be used for running the events, training and insurance costs.
Groups applying for $1001-$5000, must be able to match Shire funding with cash and in-kind contributions.
The grant is offered twice per financial year (subject to availability of funds).
Key dates
- Grant applications open: 3 February 2025
- Grant applications close: 7 March 2025
- Notification date: from 6 May 2025
Matching Grant
The Matching Grant awards up to $2000 for projects meeting the needs of the local community including equipment, minor capital upgrades, promotional material and training.
Groups applying for $1001-$2000, must be able to match Shire funding dollar for dollar.
The grant is offered twice per financial year (subject to availability of funds).
Key dates
- Grant applications open: 3 February 2025
- Grant applications close: 7 March 2025
- Notification date: from 6 May 2025
InspireArts Community Creativity & Cultural Fund
The InspireArts Community Creativity & Cultural Fund supports arts, culture and heritage initiatives delivered in the shire. Funded initiatives will encourage new partnerships, improve access to arts and culture activity within the Shire, achieve long term artistic and cultural benefits and engage local residents.
Applicants can apply for up to $1000 (individuals) or $3000 (community groups/organisations). Individuals wishing to apply for more than $1000 (up to a maximum of $2000) must find an auspice.
Key dates
- Grant applications open: 1 July 2024
- Grant applications close: 30 April 2025
- Notification date: within 12 weeks of submission
Milestone Event Grant
The annual Milestone Event Grant to the value of $2500 assists up to three groups to celebrate a significant milestone achievement.
Key dates
- Grant applications open: 3 February 2025
- Grant applications close: 7 March 2025
- Notification date: from 6 May 2025
General Purpose Quick Grants
General Purpose Quick Grants awards up to $500 to community groups for the purchase of small equipment, training, promotional material and any other small projects that benefit the community.
The grant is offered twice per financial year (subject to the availability of funds).
Key dates
- Grant applications open: 28 April 2025
- Grant applications close: 26 May 2025
- Notification date: from 16 June 2025
Volunteer Recognition Event Grant
The Volunteer Recognition Event Grant awards $300 to volunteer-based organisations to undertake activities and celebrations for the benefit of their members, with the purpose of recognising their contribution to the group.
The grant is available all year (subject to the availability of funds).
Key dates
- Applications can be made at any time
- Notification of grants awards: 2 weeks from submission
Youth Grant
The Youth Grant assists young people aged 8-18 who have been selected to represent their club or institution at events or activities in a range of fields including sport and recreation, technology, arts, community service, culture and environment.
The Youth Grant is available to individual applicants only.
The grant is available all year (subject to the availability of funds). Applications must be made at least one month prior to the event. Please note, only one application per person per 12 month period will be accepted.
Youth Grants are for $200 to attend an intrastate event (outside the Perth Metropolitan area), $400 to attend an interstate or national event and $600 for an international event.
Key dates
- Applications can be made at any time
- Notification of grants awards: 2 weeks from submission