Community needs, expectations and ways of working change over time. This review helps ensure community grants remain accessible, relevant and aligned with the needs of the Melville community, while supporting the priorities and direction set out in the City’s Council Plan for the Future 2024-2034.

All existing grant agreements will remain in place and will not be affected by this review.

Our Community Grants Program is currently on hold. We will not be accepting new applications while the review is underway. This pause ensures we can gather feedback and make improvements before reopening the program.

It is anticipated that elements of the refreshed Community Grants program will launch in July 2026, and published on the above website.

While all feedback will be considered, participation in the engagement does not guarantee funding or immediate changes. Final decisions will be made by the City of Melville Council and Administration as part of the framework development process.

Grant budgets are determined through the City’s budgeting and business planning process. This engagement focuses on how grants are designed, structured and supported.

We were keen to hear from a wide cross section of the community, including people with and without grant experience.

Your feedback will be used to inform the development of the City’s new Community Grants Framework.

We take your privacy seriously. Any personal information you provide will be managed in accordance with the Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act 2024 (PRIS Act) and the City's Privacy Policy.

Your information will only be used for the purpose for which it was collected, such as administering an engagement activity, analysing community feedback or providing project updates. Personal information is only accessed by authorised City officers and, where necessary, consultants engaged by the City to support a project.

Feedback and engagement findings may be reported publicly; however, individual participants will not be identified unless required by law or with their consent.

For full information about how we handle your personal information, visit the below webpage.

City of Melville Privacy

This collection notice sets out how the City of Melville will manage your personal information.

We will handle any personal information you provide in accordance with the standards set out in the Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act 2024 (PRIS Act).

The City of Melville collects personal information about yourself for the purposes of identification and/or administering your request. This includes your full name, demographic details such as your age, residential address, contact details and other information relevant to your request. Some forms also collect sensitive information such as health information, when necessary for completing a service. If you choose not to provide this information, we may be unable to assist with your request.

The information you provide will only be used for the purpose you have provided it. Any queries regarding access or correction to your personal information can be directed to our Privacy Officer through privacy@melville.wa.gov.au.

For full information about how we handle your personal information, visit the below webpage.

City of Melville Privacy

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Yes, submissions can be completed on their behalf, provided consent is given. Alternative ways to participate are always available through online, by phone, or in person, and the City of Melville can assist if required.