Town of Port Hedland Community Grants Program

The revised Town of Port Hedland Grants Policy delivers more funding categories for community groups and organisations to apply for. Funding categories are now more targeted based on the interests of community members, further recognising the important role arts and culture plays in daily life. 

What are the objectives of the Grants Program?

  • Better reflect the diversity in the types of community groups across Hedland
  • Reach new organisations which may not have applied for funding in previous years
  • Foster the establishment of new not for profit organisations
  • Activate spaces across Hedland to foster a shared sense of community
  • Increase the amount of money distributed to organisations compared to previous years

Grant Categories

ANNUAL

Community Development Grant (March)

The Community Development Grant supports not-for-profit organisations to design, implement and complete projects that respond to local issues in Port Hedland.

Community Collaboration Grant (October)

The Community Collaboration Grant aims to support groups working together on community-focused projects. Unexpected collaborations from vastly different groups are encouraged.

ARTS & CULTURE

Community Arts and Culture Grant (February, June, August and November)

The Community Arts Grant aims to encourage participation in the arts and foster cultural and creative initiatives.

Artist Development Grant (Open All Year)

The Artist Development Grant aims to support artists (visual, literary and performance) in their professional and creative development.

SPORTS & RECREATION

Community Sport Grant (Open Monthly)

The Community Sport Grant provides funding for projects, programs and activities that contribute to the health and well being of the community.

Athlete Development Grant (Open All Year)

The Athlete Development Grant provides assistance to individuals achieving their potential and excelling in their chosen sport.

COMMUNITY ACTIVATION

Friendly Neighbourhood Grant (Open All Year)

The Friendly Neighbourhood Grant supports individuals and community groups to host initiatives and events that help connect the local community.

Seed Funding Grant (April and July)

The Seed Funding Grant supports new not-for-profit organisations established in Port Hedland.

Space Activation Grant (Open All Year)

The Space Activation Grant supports individuals, organisations and businesses to develop projects in their local community to strengthen connections between people and places they share.

Youth Leadership and Development Grant (Open All Year)

The Youth Leadership and Development Grant provides assistance to young people to increase leadership, participation and skill development.

Business and Tourism Innovation Grant (May and September)

The Business and Tourism Innovation Grant supports projects, events or activities that advance and encourage increased visitation, participation and contribute to the presentation or marketing of Port Hedland as a place to stay.

Community Childcare Grant (Open soon)

The Community Childcare Grant supports childcare organisations to attract and retain staff. 

Second round opens 22 February 2023 and closes 22 March 2023.

More information here.

2023 Grants Calendar

JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH

Space Activation

Friendly Neighbourhood

Youth Leadership and Development

Artist Development

Athlete Development

Community Sports

Community Arts and Culture

Space Activation

Friendly Neighbourhood

Youth Leadership and Development

Artist Development

Athlete Development

Community Sports

Community Childcare 

Community Development

Space Activation

Friendly Neighbourhood

Youth Leadership and Development

Artist Development

Athlete Development

Community Sports

Community Childcare 

APRIL MAY JUNE

Seed Funding

Space Activation

Friendly Neighbourhood

Youth Leadership and Development

Artist Development

Athlete Development

Community Sports

Business and Tourism Innovation

Space Activation

Friendly Neighbourhood

Youth Leadership and Development

Artist Development

Athlete Development

Community Sports

Community Arts and Culture

Space Activation

Friendly Neighbourhood

Youth Leadership and Development

Artist Development

Athlete Development

Community Sports

JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER

Seed funding grant

Space Activation

Friendly Neighbourhood

Youth Leadership and Development

Artist Development

Athlete Development

Community Sports

Community Arts and Culture

Space Activation

Friendly Neighbourhood

Youth Leadership and Development

Artist Development

Athlete Development

Community Sports

Business and Tourism Innovation

Space Activation

Friendly Neighbourhood

Youth Leadership and Development

Artist Development

Athlete Development

Community Sports

OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER

Community Collaboration

Space Activation

Friendly Neighbourhood

Youth Leadership and Development

Artist Development

Athlete Development

Community Sports

Community Childcare

Community Arts and Culture

Space Activation

Friendly Neighbourhood

Youth Leadership and Development

Artist Development

Athlete Development

Community Sports

Community Childcare

Space Activation

Friendly Neighbourhood

Youth Leadership and Development

Artist Development

Athlete Development

Community Sports

*Please be advised that the above dates are projected and may be subject to change. 

How to apply for a Community Grant?

Visit the Town of Port Hedland Smartygrants Portal - Click here

Do you want to know more about the Community Grants?

Click below to access your copy of "Your Guide to Grants", featuring detailed information on the new grant categories and who they're suitable for. 

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Do you have questions or require assistance with your application?

If you have any questions about the Town of Port Hedland Community Grants Program, please feel free to contact the Community Engagement Team on 08 9158 9300 or email grants@porthedland.wa.gov.au