Community Grants & Sponsorships

Through the provision of grants and sponsorships the Shire of East Pilbara aims to:

Strengthen the community by supporting a diverse range of activities, projects and initiatives that are responsive and representative of community needs;
Build the capacity of individuals, community groups and local organisations to develop and implement sustainable solutions at a local level
Create community connections which drive activities that achieve strategic priorities as identified in the Shire’s Strategic Community Plan;
Recognise and celebrate the Shire’s diversity, history, lifestyle, environment and uniqueness; and
Support projects that deliver an economic benefit for the Shire’s local businesses.

Before applying for a grant or sponsorship it is important to read over the Grants and Sponsorship Guidelines to ensure that your organisation and planned activities align with the Shire's Grant Guidelines and Eligibility Requirements, as well as the specific Selection Criteria for the grant you are applying for.

Once you have read over the Guidelines and looked at the grant information below, please contact the Coordinator Grants and Business Development on 08 9175 8027 or via email [email protected] to discuss your project idea and get advice to support your application.

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Available Grants & Sponsorships

Small Grant - Up to $1,000

The Small Grants program is designed to assist in the delivery of small-scale initiatives that provide a direct benefit to our community.

To be eligible you must be an incorporated not-for-profit association or ACNC registered charity (or have a not-for-profit incorporated auspice). Eligible organisations include charities, sports associations and clubs, and community groups.

Small Grants are open for applications all year round and must be submitted at least 1 month prior to your project start date.

SMALL GRANT: Find Out More & Apply

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Event and Activation Grant - Up to $1,000

The Event and Activation program is designed to assist applicants to deliver event or activation initiatives that help promote vibrant and connected communities.

Event and Activation Grants are open for applications all year round and must be submitted at least 1 month prior to your project start date.

EVENT GRANT: Find Out More & Apply

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In-Kind Support Grant - Up to $6,000 value

The In-Kind Support Grants are available to support the use of Shire facilities, equipment or services. Instead of a cash payment, In-Kind Support Grants are applied to Shire bookings as a fee waiver to cover the cost of Shire hire fees associated with your project. In-Kind Support Grants are designed to provide opportunities that encourage identified target groups to thrive and have their needs met at all ages and stages of life. The purpose is to increase the capacity of local community groups to provide free or low-cost initiatives to community members.

In-Kind Grants are open for applications all year round and must be submitted at least 2 months prior to your project start date.

IN-KIND GRANT: Find Out More & Apply

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Community Grant - Up to $10,000

The Community Grants program has one funding round per year and aims to provide funding for initiatives that foster collaboration, target specific cohorts within the community, address and identified gap, and/or create opportunities for community organisations to become sustainable.

To be eligible for a Community Grant you must be an incorporated not-for-profit association or ACNC registered charity (or have a not-for-profit incorporated auspice). Eligible organisations include charities, sports associations and clubs, and community groups.

The next annual round of applications will open from 1 March 2026 to 1 April 2026 for eligible projects to be delivered in the 2026 -2027 financial year.

CURRENTLY CLOSED: Opens March 2026

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Participation Grant - Up to $1,500

Participation Grants are designed to provide opportunities for community members to develop professionally in the areas of art, culture, sport education, social development or inclusion, at Regional, State, National and International levels.

Individuals, clubs and associations can apply for participation grants to support eligible costs for individuals to participate in high level competitions, training, conferences or other specialist development opportunities.

Grants of between $300 to $1500 are available all year round to eligible applicants and must be submitted at least 1 month prior to the commencement of the program or travel start date. If more than 3 members of one club or association are applying for a Participation Grant, then the maximum allocation is $1,500 for the activity.

PARTICIPATION GRANT: Find Out More & Apply

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Sponsorship Program - Up to $10,000

The Sponsorship Program is designed to support initiatives that have a direct economic impact on the Shire of East Pilbara and will attract increased numbers of people to the Shire. The purpose of the Sponsorship Program is to increase the time that visitors spend within the region to provide economic benefit to local businesses.

Both not-for-profit and for-profit organisations (businesses) are eligible to apply for a Shire sponsorship, however both must demonstrate the economic and/or tourism benefit of their project.

The Sponsorship Program is open for applications all year round and must be submitted at least two months prior to the initiative start date.

SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM: Find Out More & Apply

Reach out for support!

The Shire’s Grant team are always happy to help, so please reach out if you have any questions or would like feedback and assistance with your application.

Phone the Grants and Business Development Coordinator on 9175 8027 or email [email protected]

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Check out the Funding Centre!

To find out about other funders and grant opportunities that may be suitable for your project, check out the Funding Centre.

The Shire provides access for all community members to this handy grant's lookup portal, where you can search for grants suitable for your organisation and project type. Don't forge't to select your organisation type in the eligibility section and filter the search to show WA or East Pilbara grant options. Remember to check the grant program guidelines and selection criteria to ensure a grant is right for you.