Grants to boost Fremantle’s arts and community projects

Local artists, arts organisations and community groups can apply for a funding boost in the City of Fremantle’s September round of arts and community grants.

Applications for arts grants up to $10,000 and community grants up to $5,000 are now open for projects that support Fremantle’s vibrant arts and cultural sector, as well as programs and activities that make a positive contribution to our community.

Interested applicants have until 5pm, Wednesday 30 September 2021 to apply.

Deputy Mayor Andrew Sullivan said the City was committed to supporting local artists and arts organisations extend their artistic practice, build capacity and grow their profile.

“Through the arts grants program, we aim to activate Fremantle places and engage artists to create and deliver original and quality arts and cultural experiences,” Cr Sullivan said.

“Meanwhile, our community grants support programs and activities that meet the needs of people at risk of or experiencing social isolation in the community. 

“Community focused projects and initiatives that align with the City’s key strategic priority areas including access and inclusion, aboriginal engagement and reconciliation and positive ageing will be considered for funding.

“Over the years, the City’s arts and community grants have supported many incredible arts projects and community initiatives get off the ground including SHAC, BRINK Festival, Repair Café Fremantle and Hilton Harvest Community Garden to name a few.”

Interested applicants are encouraged to check out the grants’ guidelines on the City’s website to determine their eligibility, assessment criteria and information on how to apply.

Cr Sullivan said applying for the City’s various grants and donations had also become easier and more streamlined, with applications now able to be completed through SmartyGrants.

“People can save their application at any stage and return to it later, as well as easily upload the supporting documents. Plus, there are prompts if questions aren’t answered or if some answers make the application ineligible,” Cr Sullivan said.

In addition to the September round of arts and community grants, residents can also apply for year-round funding across sports and recreation, venue support, positive ageing and neighbourhood response. To view the current grant rounds open for submissions, visit the City’s SmartyGrants website.

Community grant recipient PorchFest, held in May 2021. Image credit: Steph Hayes.