City awards $40,000 to great community projects

Published on 26 March 2019

The City of Swan has awarded more than $40,000 in grants to two local groups undertaking invaluable community projects.

Indigo Junction, a not-for-profit organisation based in Midland, has been awarded $24,583 to implement its Community Connect project which aims to provide a safe space for individuals to express themselves, share their stories and feel a sense of belonging.

South Sudan Community Association of WA has also been awarded $20,000 to implement its Youth Pro-Active project, which aims to directly engage 200 young people (aged 12-25) of a South Sudanese or African background through a series of activities.

City of Swan Mayor David Lucas said the two groups could now bring their great community ideas to life.

“Many community groups and organisations need grant funding to get their projects, activities and initiatives off the ground,” he said.

“The City is delighted to support Indigo Junction and the South Sudan Community Association of WA to support their fantastic community-enriching initiatives.”

Whiteman Ward Councillor Adam Kovalevs said the Proactive Grants program aims to enhance the City of Swan community by funding projects aligned to key focus areas.

“This year’s Proactive Grants program focuses on three key areas, all aligned to City of Swan strategic objectives, which identify some of the most important community needs,” he said.

“These focus areas are Social Inclusion, Community Safety and Sustainable Environment.

“Eligible organisations offering a project or activity in the City were encouraged to apply for a grant, valued between $5,000 and $25,000, for an initiative that would address these areas.

“I look forward to seeing the Community Connect and Youth Pro-Active projects achieve great outcomes for our City of Swan Community.”

For more information about available grants and funding under the City of Swan’s Community Funding Scheme, visit www.swan.wa.gov.au/availablegrants.