Projects

Broad Grant Types

Lotterywest will consider project proposals to enable new initiatives to be undertaken which otherwise would not be funded through existing sources. Support may be provided for up to three years.

Projects must show how they will make a difference to a particular group, community and issue. For example, to seniors living in the north metropolitan area facing social isolation or to members of conservation group wishing to conserve a particular aspect of our natural heritage.
 
Priority is given to proposals that:

• Will help make a difference to a WA community and issue
• Seek to facilitate lasting change
• Are community ‘owned’ and have strong community support
• Help build a more inclusive community
• Help build community capacity, self reliance and sustainability
• Are well supported through a project plan and project management strategy
• Substantiate the resource needs for the project, including funding from other sources wherever possible
• Include an appropriate evaluation proposal and
• Have plans for what will happen with the project once the Lotterywest grant ends.

Projects may draw upon a range of strategies such as:

• arts and other creative activities
• physical activity
• skills development

Projects must be time limited, i.e. have a beginning and end date. Support may be provided for a maximum of up to three years. Shorter term projects may also be supported. The extent of support depends on the nature of the project.

Projects costs may include:

• Operating costs such as wages, administrative costs, professional fees, travel and other expenses.
• Capital costs (on a one-off basis), depending on the length of the project. Alternatively equipment hire costs may be considered

The Document Downloads section (at the top right hand column of this page) contains specific information about this grant area and access to an Application Form.

To read more about the experiences of grant recipients go to the Grant Stories page.

Other Grants Available

Go to Grant Opportunities for information about other Lotterywest grants.