Community Funding shines bright throughout the City

Disco events for people with disabilities

Intelife Group was one of the stand-out beneficiaries of the City’s community funding for its EasyBeatz events.

Two events were held at the Whale & Ale bar and bistro in Clarkson, with the aim of increasing opportunities for people with disabilities to attend nightlife venues, as well as better educating venue staff.

The City supported the group’s Christmas in July and Halloween themed discos, with the funding covering the venue and DJ hire costs.  

The funding also allowed Intelife to create a video aimed at upskilling nightlife venues on how to provide an inclusive service to people with disabilities.

The events provided a place for people with disability to meet in a safe place, enjoy a night out and make friends – with positive feedback proving the value of the events for the community.

APM Community Connections Local Area Coordinator, Jean Van Veen, said the events were so popular, another six were in the works.

“These events, which welcomed people of all abilities, wouldn't have been possible without the grant received from the City” she said.

“The video will help raise awareness and support other venues across Australia to host similar accessible and inclusive events, ensuring everyone can enjoy these experiences.”

Community Christmas party and support

A Community Christmas Party hosted by No Limits Perth set a new attendance record, highlighting the need for relief initiatives as cost-of-living pressures increase.

Over the past year, organisers have seen event attendance double, with 200 families who were in need of free Christmas hampers joining the 2024 party, which was supported by a $2,205 Community Grant from the City.

“The City’s funding program supported our Community Christmas Party by providing the entertainment, advertising, as well as ambulance services,” No Limits Perth Chairperson and Co-Founder, Janine Wood, said.  

“We received feedback from families and single parents who were extremely grateful for the hampers and toys they received for their children and grandchildren at the event."

No Limits provides support services for people experiencing hardship and homelessness, if you are struggling you can reach out through the No Limits Perth website.

Bilingual workshops

Last year, Multilingual Australia held three workshops at Girrawheen Hub, with a $500 Kickstarter grant from the City.

The “Raising Children in More than One Language” workshops were held to support City of Wanneroo families in fostering bilingual and multi-lingual environments at home.

Thanks to the popularity of the workshops, Multilingual Australia was invited to present at two additional child-care centres to 37 families and community educators.

Tet Trung Thu Full Moon Lantern Festival

Koondoola-based Westnam United Soccer Club saw 350 people join in its 2024 Tet Trung Thu Full Moon Lantern Festival.

The annual Vietnamese community cultural event for children was a hit with attendees who enjoyed lantern making, moon cake tasting and a lantern parade.

Westnam United Soccer Club received a $4,450 Community Grant from the City to host the festival at its home ground, Shelvock Park.

Wanneroo Softball’s ‘Have a Go Day’

In a bid to rejuvenate its player numbers, Wanneroo Softball Club hosted a “Have a Go Day”, targeting new members of the community and shining a light on the social and physical benefits of softball.

The club received a $500 Kickstarter grant from the City to help host the event.

The City’s Funding Program offers a valuable opportunity for groups based in the City of Wanneroo, or with a primary interest in the City, to secure financial support for projects, activities and events.

Visit the Community Funding page for more information or phone the City’s Community Development team on (08) 9405 5600.