Published on Friday, 1 August 2025 at 3:30:26 PM
The Shire of Denmark’s Community Grants program, which supports local not-for-profit groups deliver projects that benefit the Denmark community, is now open and over $50,000 is available—more than double the funding previously committed by the Shire.
This program is now offered in two rounds each financial year, with $28,500 available in this first round, and continues the Shire’s long-standing commitment to grassroots initiatives, offering financial assistance to help bring community-led ideas to life.
In 2025, successful applicants included Denmark Environment Centre, Denmark Skate Club, Denmark Senior Soccer Club, Denmark FM, GreenSkills, Great Southern Classic Club, Town Team Denmark, Great Southern Academy of Sport, Sarabande Early Music Ensemble and the Denmark Community Resource Centre.
Shire President Kingsley Gibson said the program is a key part of the Shire’s broader support for community organisations.
“Each year, the Shire invests over $1 million in support for local groups through rate waivers, peppercorn leases, service agreements, and direct funding,” Cr Gibson said.
“The Community Grants program is another way to empower our community to create vibrant, inclusive, and impactful projects, and it’s exciting to now be able to increase our support and offer two opportunities for funding.”
Eligible groups can apply for between $1,000 and $10,000 of funding from 6 different grant categories, with successful applicants now having 18 months to complete and deliver their projects.
The Community Grant Guidelines, application tips and guidance are available on the Shire’s website and anyone interested is also encouraged to book a one-on-one session with the Shire’s Community Development Officer for support with their application on 9848 0300 or info@denmark.wa.gov.au
Applications close 4pm Friday, 29 August 2025 and applicants will be notified of their success in late September 2025.
Round 2 of the Community Grant program is expected to open in February 2026.
LINK - www.denmark.wa.gov.au/community-grants
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