Multicultural grants
Overview
The multicultural grant stream provides funding for projects that contribute to wellbeing for multicultural communities. Projects that support new and established migrant communities to stay connected and projects that promote intercultural connection are particularly encouraged.
We accept a broad range of projects, however, see below for ideas to inspire you.
Previous project examples include:
- A forum or activity that raises awareness of a certain issue that impacts community members
- Intercultural connections, such as intercultural sports programs, a music event or art projects
- Education sessions that provide support and guidance on an issue that is affecting community members
- Social gatherings that encourage connection and understanding
- An event or activity to celebrate an important date or milestone
Key dates
The Multicultural grant round opens 5 May until 4pm, 6 June 2025.
Funding available
Multicultural grants of up to $5,000 each.
Past recipients
A list of successful applicants and their projects for earlier rounds, can be found on the Successful Multicultural Grants page.
Guidelines
Objectives
The objectives of the multicultural grant program are to:
- Encourage community collaborations and partnerships between and across communities
- Build on community strengths and capabilities
- Encourage participation and community connections
Assessment criteria
The following criteria will be considered in the process of assessing applications:
- Ability to strengthen community collaboration, connection and partnerships
- Capacity to plan and deliver a well-planned project
- Realistic budget, including all sources of project income and quotes where relevant.
Brief eligibility criteria
Inner West Council provides grants for projects that have not yet commenced, and in limited cases people who have not yet acquitted a previous grant may be eligible to apply again. In addition:
- Council does fund Parents and Citizen organisations but does not fund projects for schools
- Council only provides support for capital projects in the Environment grant stream, and Council does not provide support for interstate or overseas travel
- Council does not fund political parties or their activities
Application support
If you require any support with your application please contact Aniela Pepe, Community Project Officer - Multicultural on (02) 9392 5279 or multicultural@innerwest.nsw.gov.au to discuss your needs.
Join our Online Grant Information Session on 22 May
Are you interested in applying for the Inner West Council Multicultural Grant Stream but don't have experience applying for grants? Then this Online Information Session is for you.
This information sessions aims to help you to understand and apply for the Multicultural Grant.
Register for the session on this link
How to apply
Council uses SmartyGrants administration software to manage its grants program. Applications must be submitted via the Inner West Council SmartyGrants webpage. Applications must meet the eligibility requirements, and no late applications will be accepted. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
Apply online here
Enquiries
For multicultural grant enquiries please contact a Council officer on (02) 9392 5279 or multicultural@innerwest.nsw.gov.au.