To build a better WA together we need to understand what your initiative is, why it is important and how it will impact the community. This can be achieved by following some steps to understand what we support and what you need to provide to develop and submit your application. We then assess your request and make a recommendation. If your application is approved we’ll let you know how to take the grant forward and share the good news about our support and what you achieve.
Please call us before submitting an application. We're here to listen, discuss and help shape your application.
What documents do I need to provide about my organisation?
We need documents from you to support our assessment of your organisation. What we need depends on your type of organisation. The information on developing your application details what else we need to support your application.
Local government authorities:
- Annual Report;
- A copy of your most recent annual financial statements; and
- A copy of your organisation’s most recent main operating account bank statement.
All other organisations (except unincorporated organisations):
- Constituent documents or Rules^.
- Trust Deed, if appropriate;
- Annual Report or AGM minutes;
- A copy of your most recent annual financial statements;
- A copy of your organisation’s most recent main operating account bank statement; and
- List of current Directors/Board or Management Committee members.
Unincorporated organisations:
- Constituent documents or Rules if available;
- Annual Report or AGM minutes, if available and the minutes from your last two Board or Committee meetings;
- A copy of your most recent annual financial statements if available;
- A copy of your organisation’s most recent main operating account bank statement;
- List of current Directors/Board or Management Committee members;
- Other documentation with evidence of your organisation’s role and function. This could be press clippings and letters of support.
Quotes
- For individual items over $3,000 - two written quotes are required
- For items under $3,000 - a written estimate / quote or proof of advertised price
- Low value, miscellaneous items can be grouped together to $3,000 and do not require additional information.
Further information is available in the Lotterywest Portal when you start your application.
When can I apply?
Applications for a Lotterywest grant can be made throughout the year.
How long will it take to know if my application has been successful?
Generally it takes four months from when an application is submitted with all required information to go through the grant assessment and approval process. The process may take longer for applications that require additional information or further development. There may also be conditions that need to be met before a payment can be made. Be sure to factor in the time needed for assessment, a decision and payment, if you are successful, when planning your project.
How much can I ask for?
The preferred minimum grant request is $3,000. You should ask for the amount that is required to properly complete the project, so be sure you don't under or overestimate what’s needed.
If you're an unincorporated group or organisation not GST registered, you can apply for a combined total of up to $15,000 in a financial year.
Our grants should complement other sources of support, including a contribution from your organisation's own resources (cash and in-kind). We may accept an in-kind only contribution if your organisation doesn’t have the capacity to contribute cash.