Published on Tuesday, 12 May 2026 at 9:55:48 AM
Nine local not-for-profit organisations have received a much-needed boost after sharing in almost $60,000 through Round 34 of the ¶¶Òõ»Æ°æÏÂÔØ’s Community Grants Program.
Funding will support projects ranging from events and cultural storytelling to sport, safety and mental health initiatives.
¶¶Òõ»Æ°æÏÂÔØ Mayor Jerry Clune congratulated the successful recipients.
“Our Grants Program plays an integral role in enabling local groups to make a tangible difference in enhancing the liveability of Greater Geraldton,” he said.
“This round of funding has a strong creative focus, and I'm delighted to see how these initiatives will flourish following the City’s funding.
“If you are part of an organisation that would benefit from a financial boost for your project, don’t hesitate to apply when the next round of funding is announced.”
Successful applicants in this round include:
- Geraldton Softball Association $10,000 for Utakarra Dugout Redevelopment
- Geraldton Women’s Shed $10,000 for Geraldton Women’s Shed Building Project
- St John Ambulance WA $10,000 for Geraldton L and P‑Plater First Aid Safety Program
- Yamatji Marlpa Aboriginal Corporation $9,000 for Yamatji on Country Elders Film Project
- Creative Corner Inc. $8,671 for Saltwater Women of the Midwest: Ebb and Flow of Personal Stories
- Geraldton Anglican Cathedral $6,000 for Handel’s Messiah Concert
- Healthy Mind Menu Charity $2,000 for Mental Health in Hospitality Regional Roadshow
- Geraldton Yacht Club Inc. $2,000 for Safety Rescue Support Boat Outboard Motor Upgrade
- Geraldton Longboard Club $2,000 for Advertising and Promotional Upgrade
Eligibility requirements and upcoming grant opportunities are available on the City’s online grants portal .
The Community Grants Program falls under the Connected theme of the City’s Strategic Community Plan and reflects the organisation’s commitment to supporting and celebrating a diverse community through programs that build social connections.
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(L–R) Geraldton Longboard Club representatives Michael Altham and his son, Laine Altham; Geraldton Softball Association Vice Chairperson Kerri Jefferies; Geraldton Anglican Cathedral representative Dean Lachlan Edwards; ¶¶Òõ»Æ°æÏÂÔØ Mayor Jerry Clune; Yamatji Marlpa Aboriginal Corporation Communications Coordinator Tash Gilespie and Project Officer Ken Capewell.
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