Welcoming and Thriving Canning Grants

This grant supports projects and programs that contribute towards creating a welcoming and thriving community in the City of Canning.

All applicants are encouraged to contact the Grants Officer on grants@canning.wa.gov.au before submitting an application for this grant. Events are to be submitted under the Community and Cultural Events Grant.

Information for applicants

• The maximum grant available is $10,000.
• The grant has two funding rounds:
  • Round One: Closes 3 August 2026
  • Round Two: Closes 2 March 2027
• Open to incorporated community organisations, sporting clubs and schools.
• New initiatives and activities are encouraged and will be assessed as a higher priority.
• Activities open to the broader community will be assessed as a higher priority in comparison to activities for a select exclusive group.
• Any equipment purchased must form part of the project/ program outlined in the application and be used frequently in future activities in Canning.
• 50% in-kind or cash contribution required (i.e. to receive a grant of $10,000, the applicant must demonstrate a contribution of $5,000 or more towards the activity).
• Applicants will be notified approximately 6 weeks after the closing date. Please ensure your activity timeline takes this into account.
• Applicants are eligible to receive one grant, per grant category, per financial year.

Projects and programs should be aligned to one or more of the below areas:

Connect

• Create opportunities for shared cultural and artistic expression.
• Promote awareness and appreciation of Aboriginal culture and heritage.
• Facilitate connections, learning and activities for all.
• Build the capacity of your organisation to respond to identified community need.
• Foster collaboration between groups, business and stakeholders.
• Advocate and deliver opportunities for healthy activity and lifestyles.
• Facilitate and partner to deliver a range of recreation and leisure services / facilities.
• Collaborate to ensure safe places and spaces for all.
• Nurture connections between people and the places they share.

Enhance

• Advocate for and deliver well-managed natural areas supporting biodiversity and appropriate recreation.
• Undertake activities to minimise and reuse waste.
• Enhance the health of the Canning River, waterways and surrounding natural areas.
• Reduce reliance on fossil fuels and optimise the use of natural resources.
• Raise awareness and engage with others to protect, respect and enjoy the natural environment.
• Promote and educate the community on sustainability and waste management practices.
• Proactively respond to the impacts of climate change.

Lead

• Promote social inclusion and equitable access to all.

Please read the Community Grant Program Guidelines for full details.