Major Grants (over $50,000)

Supporting large-scale initiatives with broad community impact that require a higher level of funding and planning. Major Grants are assessed and a recommendation is provided to Council for endorsement. Funding may include a mix of financial and in-kind support.

There are two funding rounds available each year:

Round One (Now Open)

Applications Open: 6 April 2026

Applications Close: 6 June 2026

Round Two

Applications Open: November 2026

Applications Close: January 2027

Minor Grants (under $50,000)

Supporting smaller-scale projects and initiatives that provide direct benefits to our community. Minor Grants are assessed and approved by delegated City Officers. Funding may include a mix of financial and in-kind support.

Application Round

Open 1 July – 31 May each year

Suitable for:

• Community events, programs and activities
• Smaller community projects
• Projects with shorter deliver timeframes
• Initiatives with lower funding requirements

What's changed from previous years?

This means applications need to demonstrate not just what you will deliver, but the difference it will make.

Who can apply?

The pre application meeting is an important step designed to support applicants and help strengthen applications. This conversation gives organisations an opportunity to:

• confirm their eligibility
• discuss the most suitable grant category
• understand funding conditions and expectations
• clarify program requirements
• reduce the likelihood of submitting an application that doesn’t meet the criteria.

Following this meeting or conversation with the team a link to the Smarty Grants Application Portal will be sent to you.  

Where is the application link?

A link to the Smarty Grants Application Portal will be sent to you following your meeting or discussion with the Community Development Team. To contact the team call (08) 9021 9600 or email CAS@ckb.wa.gov.au

What makes a strong application?

Successful applications clearly demonstrate:

• a well‑defined community need or opportunity
• strong alignment with the City’s strategic priorities
• clear and measurable community benefit
• realistic timelines, budgets and delivery plans
• the organisation’s capacity to deliver and manage the project

All funded projects must be completed within the approved timeframe and fully acquitted, demonstrating how funding was used and what outcomes were achieved.

Where can I find eligibility requirements and guidelines?

The City's Community Support Handbook details all funding and financial support provided by the City and ways that our community can access this support.