Local Activation Grants 2025/26

The City of Perth recognises the importance of events, activations and local businesses to attract people into Perth city and create a vibrant destination. The Local Activation Grant program will provide up to $20,000 (ex GST) in funding to support events, arts and culture, and other community or business-led activity with a public outcome.

Projects should have an inclusive and widespread appeal, attract additional visitation, champion sustainability measures, and support opportunities for local businesses to stimulate economic growth.    

Funding Available

Grants of up to $20,000 (ex GST) are available.

Key Dates

The City will accept applications for a Local Activation Grant at any time, however decisions are made on a case-by-case basis in line with budget and strategic priorities. This grant operates as exhaustive funding and the City reserves the right to close the program once the available budget has been expended.

To make your application process simple, we recommend having the following documents available:

Program guidelines

• Read over the guidelines and make sure you understand all requirements of the program.
• You can also review the Make Your City Event Shine event guide for practical considerations that will help you address the assessment criteria. 

Required Documentation

1. Project budget showing income and expenditure
   • You can attach this as a document or use the form builder option. A template is available here. 
2. Evidence of financial viability
   • e.g. a recent bank statement, business activity statement or annual reporting statement.
3. Copies of relevant insurance
   • If you don't have available this can be provided during the agreement stage.

Feedback

• A Sponsorship and Grants Officer is available to provide feedback and answer any questions you may have about the application proceed prior to submitting.
• Once your application is submitted no further assistance can be provided.