Arts Grants
Maximum application value: $10,000
Applications open: 30 June 2025
Application close: 30 July 2025
Book in a time to speak to the Arts Officer about your project and application.
The Arts Grants program in the Town of Victoria Park invests in artists and creatives to develop and deliver
artistic, cultural, or creative activities that engage with the local community in meaningful ways.
Applications for projects and initiatives that meet the following criteria will be considered for funding:
• Artistic & Cultural Value (40%)
The project demonstrates a strong creative vision and contributes to the artistic and cultural life of the Town.
This may include celebrating local stories, showcasing local artists, or supporting creative growth.
• Community Engagement & Inclusion (40%)
The project meaningfully involves the community, offering opportunities for participation, collaboration or
connection. Priority is given to inclusive projects that reflect the diversity of the Town.
• Feasibility & Impact (20%)
The project shows clear planning, achievable goals, and a realistic budget. Applications should explain the
anticipated positive impact for both the artists and the community.
See below for guidelines and useful documents.
Resources:
Arts Grants Guidelines
Grant Application Tips
Policy 114 Community Funding
Successful Arts Grants 2024/25
| Recipient |
Project |
Amount |
Year |
| John Curtin Gallery |
I0TA24 Programming
Host a range of programming for the Indian Ocean Craft Triennial with the aim to educate and promote traditional and contemporary craft practices in the Indian Ocean region.
|
$5,000.00 |
2024/25 |
| Kristy Nita-Brown |
Book Builders Challenge Launch
Educational project that engages students from local primary schools in book creation. It encompasses writing, illustration, editing, printing, publishing, marketing, and distribution. The project ended with a student-led book launch at the library.
|
$500.00 |
2024/25 |
| Millen Primary School |
Wanjoo to Millen
Large scale mural created in collaboration with a local artists and year 6 students. The mural celebrates the multicultural background of the families at Millen Primary School.
|
$5,000.00 |
2024/25 |
| Victoria Park Community Centre |
Acknowledging and Celebrating Differences mural
Mural to acknowledge the traditional custodians of Whajuk Noongar Boodja, and celebrate the kaleidoscopic rainbow of our community's differences. Including community consultation to shape the scope of the mural.
|
$4,970.00 |
2024/25 |
| Headspace Cannington |
Paint n Sip, Bubble Tea
A paint and sip class for youth aged 15-25, aimed at connecting young people to improve mental health outcomes within Victoria Park.
|
$2,075.00 |
2024/25 |
| Curate Arts Inc |
Holiday Singing Workshops
Youth and adult singing workshops aimed at developing core singing skills. Lead by an international voice specialist with live piano accompaniment.
|
$5,000.00 |
2024/25 |
| Greg Molloy |
BEASTS
Beasts is an exhibition of kinetic sculptures created by Greg Molloy. The exhibition will present a series of sculptures to the community through a light and sound performance.
|
$4,927.03 |
2024/25 |