City’s Community Funding Policy receives a revamp
Published Wednesday, 9th October 2024
Council has endorsed a revised Community Funding Policy that offers greater benefits for eligible recipients and streamlines funding applications.
Reviewed in consultation with relevant stakeholders, the new policy recognises the increased costs of delivering community initiatives, with increased funding stream caps of 18 per cent for the remainder of 2024/25, and annual increases of 2.5 per cent in 2025/26 and 2026/27.
Mayor Linda Aitken said the City's community funding streams, including the Kickstarter Fund, Flagship Fund, Community Grants, Participation Fund and Response and Recovery Fund, empowered residents and groups to contribute positively to their communities.
“We want to support initiatives that enhance community participation and connection, improve wellbeing, and promote cultural diversity,” she said.
“This policy refresh allows the City to keep supporting community-led initiatives that benefit local people.”
“Last year, the City supported the Landsdale CA Flyers to attend the Australian All Star Cheerleading Federation National Cheer and Dance Championships in Melbourne and they came back as national champions!
“The City’s support is making it possible for individuals and clubs across the sport, arts and culture realms to participate in state, national and international events.
“I look forward to supporting eligible community groups, clubs, and individuals to succeed in their chosen fields through our improved policy.”
For more information on the City’s community funding programs, visit wanneroo.wa.gov.au/communityfunding
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