We are pleased to announce the successful completion of our 2026 Community Grants Program, following strong interest from community organisations across our regions.
The 2026 program attracted 98 applications from across metropolitan and regional areas, reflecting the depth of community-led initiatives working to strengthen local wellbeing, participation and connection. 17 organisations were selected to receive funding support, with a total of $25,000 directed to the successful applicants across all regions.
Applications were received from Metro, South West, Goldfields, Mid West and Central regions, with successful recipients representing a wide range of community priorities, including youth development, sport and recreation, health and wellbeing, cultural connection and social inclusion.
This year’s program continued to demonstrate the importance of locally driven projects and the positive role community organisations play in responding to local needs.
Successful Applicants – 2026
South West
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Redmond Community Association – Basketball Court Re-fencing
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Allanson Primary School – Karak Walking Trail Bush Land Conservation
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Wheatbelt and Beyond Youth Mentoring – 2027 WBYM Camp
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Harvey and Districts Historical Society – The Thermal Wellbeing Drive
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Homelessness We Care Serpentine Jarrahdale and Surrounds – Annual Christmas Dinner in the Park
Metro
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Lions Cancer Institute – Special Children’s Big Day Out
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Toodyay Lions Basketball Association – Junior Basketball Program Expansion
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Midland Meals – Crisis Response
Mid West
Central
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Wheatbelt Wado Karate Club – Regional Youth Karate Travel and Participation Program
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Northam Hockey Club – Stick Together: Community Hockey Social Nights
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Northam Youth in Emergency Services Cadets – First Aid Training
Goldfields
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Goldfields Outback 2 Ocean (GO2O) Bike Ride 2027
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Esperance Hockey Association – Junior Hockey Umpire Program
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Judumul Aboriginal Corporation – Safe Transport for our Kids
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Kalgoorlie Central Playgroup – Outdoor Resources Upgrade
The Community Grants Program is designed to support small grassroots initiatives that deliver positive impact in the communities we work alongside. The diverse range of projects funded in 2026 highlights the innovation, commitment and local knowledge of community organisations throughout the state.
Arc Infrastructure Chief Executive Officer Stephanie Unwin thanked every organisation that took the time to apply.
“I am incredibly proud of the impact our Community Grants Program continues to have across regional WA,” Stephanie said.
“The quality and diversity of applications we received this year was outstanding, and it’s pleasing to see so many grassroots initiatives in our regional and metropolitan communities supported. These projects reflect the passion, commitment and local knowledge of community organisations, and we are pleased to play a role in helping them deliver meaningful outcomes for the communities they serve.”
Information on the 2027 intake for the Community Grants Program will be shared on our website early next year.
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