Volunteer grants

Opportunities for community organisations and local governments to apply for grants that support volunteer-recognition events and activities in Western Australia.
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The Department of Communities provides grant funding throughout the year in support of community events and activities in Western Australia.

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International Volunteer Day Grants Program

In 1985, the United Nations designated 5 December as International Volunteer Day.

This day of recognition encourages organisations to celebrate the efforts of their volunteers, while raising public awareness of their contributions in the community.

The Department of Communities delivers the International Volunteer Day Grants Program which offers grants of up to $1,000 for organisations to host volunteer recognition events or associated activities.

Applications for the 2025 International Volunteer Day Grants Program have closed.

To view successful grant recipients from 2025 and previous years, please visit the International Volunteer Day Grants Program recipients webpage.

Share your celebrations on social media using #IVD2025 or tag us @DepartmentofCommunities (Facebook) @DepartmentofCommunitiesWA (LinkedIn)

Communities grants

The Department of Communities provides a wide range of grants to community sector organisations and local governments to plan and implement projects, events and initiatives that help to enhance community contribution through volunteering. 

Please visit our Grants Programs page for a full list of grants, including important applicant information.

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