Grants, Events, Resources & Workshops

For Volunteers

Apply online or download application form:

Volunteer Application Form

Download Volunteer Application Form

For Organisations

Apply for membership online or download application form:

Membership Application Form

Download Organisation Membership Application Form

Grants Available

Volunteer Management Activity - Project Based Grants 2022 - 2026

Supported through Volunteering WA's Volunteer Management Activity and funded by the Australian Government Department of Social Services, the focus of the volunteer management grants program is to develop services that build the capacity of volunteer involving organisations to break down barriers to volunteering of these priority groups: First Nation People; People with Disability; Newly Arrived Migrants; Vulnerable Women; Youth; and the unemployed.

For more information:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

July 3rd 2024 -

ANZ Seeds of Renewal

ANZ Seeds of Renewal is a small grants program designed to help build vibrant and sustainable rural communities, to ensure the ongoing prosperity of regional Australia.

The program demonstrates ANZ’s ongoing commitment to shape a world where people and communities thrive.

Closes 5pm AEST, 1 August 2024

 For more info go to:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Albany 2026

Community Sponsorship Program

Expressions of Interest for Community Events & Projects.

Key Dates

Project or Event Delivered:

1 January 2026-31 December 2026

Applications Open: 29 July 2024

Applications Close: 23 September 2024

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Youth Week WA 2024 Grants applications are now open

Funding of up to $1,500 for individual events and up to $3,000 for collaborative community-wide events is available for organisations to host a Youth Week WA event.

 For more info go to:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Community Gardens Grants Program

Department of Communities

Green thumbs in our community organisations and local government authorities are encouraged to apply for grants of up to $10,000 as part of the State Government's Community Garden Grants Program.

Thanks to community interest, this year’s total grand funding has been increased from $100,000 to $300,000 and will ensure more applicants will be able to benefit from the program.

Grants provided through the program support the establishment and development of sustainable and edible community gardens in WA.

Applications close on 21 August 2024

 For more info go to:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

17th Jul 2024

Community Led Climate Solutions

The Community Led Climate Solutions Grant Program supports not-for-profit organisations across remote, rural and regional Australia to drive local climate solutions that reduce emissions through education, engagement and action on:

Clean energy;
Circular economies;
Decarbonisation;
Sustainable agriculture and food systems;
Biodiverse ecosystems; or
Just transitions*.

Closes 5pm VIC time, 12 September 2024

 For more info go to:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Rio Tinto Community Giving Program

The Community Giving program invites local grass-roots organisations to apply for up to $5,000 to support Western Australian communities where we work and live, including those neighbouring our operations and regional FIFO communities

For more information:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Opens July 19th 2024 - Nutrien Ag Solutions Community Grants Program

Nutrien Ag Solutions Community Grants is a small grants program aiming to contribute to the success, vibrancy and well-being of rural and regional communities nationwide.

Nutrien Ag Solutions seeks to support local grassroots organisations with funding for projects that are meaningful for their communities.

Closes 5pm AEST, 8 August, 2024

 For more info go to:

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

1 January 2024 to 31 December 2024

Community Development Funding

This funding program offers grants between $1,000 and $5,000 to support community-based projects and activities delivered between 1 January 2024 to 31 December 2024.

The program focuses on supporting community-driven initiatives that address the eligibility criteria.

Projects must fit one of the three streams of funding:

Vibrant inclusive and connected neighbourhoods
Strong thriving community groups
Supporting the vulnerable

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

For Volunteers

Explore a range of useful resources to further develop your volunteering experience.

Training, Events & Workshops

Trailer Hire

Planning a fundraiser, wedding, birthday, or any community event? Our BBQ trailer is available for hire and perfect for your next gathering!

Hire Options:

1. Not-for-Profit Organisation Hire

Rate: $100 per 24 hours

Details: Available for local NFP organisations. The trailer can be picked up and delivered from our storage location in the CBD.

2. Commercial Hire

Rate: $150 per 24 hours

Details: Available for members of the public. The trailer can be picked up and delivered from our storage location in the CBD.

Compulsory Cleaning Bond with each hire.

Rate: $50 per hire

Details: This applies to all hires and will be returned if the trailer is returned clean.

Additional:

Utensil Box: Each trailer hire comes with a utensil box for your use.
Cleaning Supplies: Cleaning supplies are provided in the trailer to ensure you can return it in clean condition and have your bond returned.

Phone: 9841 3588

Perfect for fundraisers, weddings, birthdays, and other community events!

Ongoing Training

I Click 2 Learn

The most comprehensive not for profit community training platform in Australia. On-demand video library, courses, interview, articles and live webinars by todays leading experts.
https://www.iclick2learn.com.au/

Volunteering Australia

https://www.volunteeringaustralia.org/resources/new-volunteering-resource-hub/#/

Volunteering WA

https://www.volunteeringwa.org.au/training-and-events

The Volunteer National Police Certificate Program

The Volunteer National Police Certificate (VNPC) Program is a partnership between the Department of Communities and the WA Police Force to reduce the costs and administrative requirements associated with recruiting volunteers. See below for full details.
http://www.arvs.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Volunteer-National-Police-Certificate-Program.pdf
https://www.nfpsuccess.com.au/training-development.php

For Volunteer Organisations

Explore a range of useful resources to further develop your organisation’s volunteer engagement.

Downloadable Resources

OUT OF THE BOX VOLUNTEERING PROGRAM

OBV Resources - Feel free to download these resources for your personal use. They are provided as Word template files, allowing you to customise them with your company name for internal use.

1) Position Description Template

2) Reference Check Template

3) Social Media Agreement Template

4) Volunteer Declaration Template

5) OBV Workshop Booklet

6) Confidentiality Agreement Template

7) Application for Volunteer Position Template

8) Volunteer Emergency Contact Information Template

9) Volunteer Exit Interview Record Template

10) Volunteer Orientation Checklist Template

11) Attracting Young Volunteers Check List