Funding and Sponsorship Program
Community Funding Update
SHIRE OF YORK FUNDING POLICY CHANGES – IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Planning a community project, event or initiative for the 2027/2028 financial year?
The Shire of York has recently reviewed its C8 Funding Policy, introducing important changes to how community, tourism and economic development funding is administered.
One of the most significant changes is the introduction of a single annual funding round, allowing community groups, organisations and businesses to plan ahead for the coming financial year.
📅 2027/2028 FUNDING ROUND
Applications open: 1 November 2026
Applications close: 31 January 2027
This funding round is for eligible projects, events and initiatives planned for the 2027/2028 financial year (1 July 2027 – 30 June 2028).
WHAT'S CHANGED?
✅ One annual funding round – Community, Tourism Growth and Economic Development funding applications will now be considered through one annual application period.
✅ No multi-year funding – Multi-year funding arrangements will no longer be offered under the revised policy.
✅ Funding allocation – Funding for successful applications will be distributed during the 2027/2028 financial year.
✅ CEO Sponsorship (up to $1,000) – A new funding opportunity is available year-round to support small-scale projects, activities and initiatives that provide a community, economic, tourism or promotional benefit to the Shire of York.
UNCHANGED
✅ Online applications – All applications must continue to be submitted online through the Shire of York website.
WHAT ABOUT OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATION SPONSORSHIP?
Outstanding Representation Sponsorship will remain open year-round, allowing eligible applicants to seek support throughout the year rather than being restricted to the annual funding round.
COMMUNITY FUNDING INFORMATION SESSION
To help our community understand the revised policy and available funding opportunities, the Shire of York will be hosting a free information session.
📅 Tuesday 3 November 2026
🕠 5.30pm – 6.30pm
📍 York Community Resource Centre (CRC)
Presented by Rebecca Atkinson, Temporary Executive Manager Community and Economic Development, the session will cover the key policy changes, available funding categories, eligibility requirements and application process.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and seek clarification before submitting an application.
HOW TO APPLY
As previously, all funding applications must be submitted online through the Shire of York website.
🔗Link available here from 1 November 2026
We encourage community groups, sporting clubs, event organisers, local businesses and organisations to familiarise themselves with the changes and plan ahead for their 2027/2028 funding needs.
Community funding enquiries:
Records
Records@york.wa.gov.au
Tourism and economic development funding enquiries:
Rebecca Atkinson
rebecca.atkinson@york.wa.gov.au
Please find a link to the slides from the above video here:
LINKS - SHIRE RESOURCES
SUCCESSFUL FUNDING RECIPIENTS
Listed below are the current and past funding recipients including community projects, tourism events, outstanding representation sponsorship and multi-year projects presented by financial year.
2025/2026 Financial Year
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FUNDING TYPE
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RECIPIENT
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PROJECT/EVENT
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AMOUNT
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Outstanding Representation Sponsorship 2025
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Mia Wherrett
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School Sport Australia Aquatic Games National Competition 2025
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$250.00
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Tourism 2025
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WestCycle
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Canola Classic 2025
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$5,000.00
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2024/2025 Financial Year
|
FUNDING TYPE
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RECIPIENT
|
PROJECT/EVENT
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AMOUNT
|
|
April 2025 – Community
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River Conservation Society
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Avon River Rough Terrain Environment Management Project
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$7,294.00
|
|
April 2025 – Community
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Wheatbelt Endurance Riders
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Greenhills Endurance Ride 2025
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$2,000.00
|
|
April 2025 – Community
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York Imperials Cricket Club
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Forrest Oval Cricket Wicket Upgrade
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$10,000.00
|
|
Tourism 2025
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York Motoring Events
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York Motor Show 2025
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$12,000.00
|
|
October 2024 – Community
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Wheatbelt Arts & Events
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Ballardong First 2025
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$2,000.00
|
|
October 2024 - Community
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York Croquet Club
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Club Room Renovations
|
$3,870.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2024/2025 Allocation
|
Hardwired Entertainment
|
York Motorcycle Festival
Committed 2024/2025 to 2026/2027
Year 1 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$30,000.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2024/2025 Allocation
|
York District Highschool
|
End of Year Award Ceremony
Committed 2024/2025 to 2026/2027
Year 1 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$2,500.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2024/2025 Allocation
|
York Community Radio
|
Voice of the Avon 101.3FM
Committed 2024/2025 to 2026/2027
Year 1 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$4,000.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2024/2025 Allocation
|
York Christmas Festival Inc
|
York Christmas Festival 2024
Committed 2024/2025 to 2026/2027
Year 1 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$16,750.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2024/2025 Allocation
|
Flour Mill Emporium
|
Meet the Makers
Committed 2024/2025 to 2026/2027
Year 1 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$4,000.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2024/2025 Allocation
|
York Agricultural Society
|
York Show
Committed 2024/2025 to 2026/2027
Year 1 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$18,300.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2024/2025 Allocation
|
York RSL
|
Anzac Day Commemorations
Committed 2024/2025 to 2026/2027
Year 1 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$3,500.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2024/2025 Allocation
|
River Conservation Society
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Revegetation, Weed Control, Crown Reserve R1332, Capacity Building, Educational Workshops & Events
Committed - 2023/2024 to 2025/2026
Year 2 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$12,972.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2024/2025 Allocation
|
Wheatbelt Arts & Events
|
York Festival
Committed - 2023/2024 to 2025/2026
Year 2 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$28,500.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2024/2025 Allocation
|
The York Society
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York Photographic Awards. Art & Craft Awards, Support Research and Archive Centre
Committed - 2023/2024 to 2025/2026
Year 2 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$10,000.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2024/2025 Allocation
|
York Business Association
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Training and Support the York Business Community
Committed - 2022/2023 to 2024/2025
Year 3 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$8,675.00
|
2023/2024 Financial Year
|
FUNDING TYPE
|
RECIPIENT
|
PROJECT/EVENT
|
AMOUNT
|
|
April 2024 – Community
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WestCycle
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Canola Classic
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$9,000.00
|
|
April 2024 – Community
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Perth Gospel of Curate Arts
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Karaoke Choir Show with Perth Gospel Choir
|
$3,120.00
|
|
April 2024 – Community
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Wildflower Society of York
|
Flail mower - Seed Orchard maintenance
|
$2,996.14
|
|
October 2023 – Community
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Flour Mill Emporium Inc
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Meet the Maker Workshops/
|
$2,000.00
|
|
October 2023 – Community
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York Family Playgroup on behalf of Paint York REaD
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Paint York Read Hatching Event 2024
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$2,000.00
|
|
October 2023 – Community
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York Golf Club
|
Clubhouse and Amenities Upgrades
|
$2,000.00
|
|
October 2023 - Community
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Wheatbelt Wolves
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West Australian Football Academy Specialist Training – Women’s AFL
|
$3,000.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2023/2024 Allocation
|
River Conservation Society
|
Revegetation, Weed Control, Crown Reserve R1332, Capacity Building, Educational Workshops & Events
Committed - 2023/2024 to 2025/2026
Year 1 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$12,594.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2023/2024 Allocation
|
Wheatbelt Arts & Events
|
York Festival
Committed - 2023/2024 to 2025/2026
Year 1 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$28,500.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2023/2024 Allocation
|
York RSL
|
Anzac Day Commemorations
Committed 2021/2022 to 2023/2024
Year 3 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$3,000.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2023/2024 Allocation
|
York Agricultural Society
|
York Show
Committed 2021/2022 to 2023/2024
Year 3 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$11,000.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2023/2024 Allocation
|
York Christmas Festival Inc
|
York Christmas Festival 2023
Committed 2020/2021 to 2023/2024
Year 3 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$12,000.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2023/2024 Allocation
|
York Community Radio
|
Voice of the Avon 101.3FM
Committed 2021/2022 to 2023/2024
Year 3 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$3,000.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2023/2024 Allocation
|
York District Highschool
|
End of Year Award Ceremony
Committed 2021/2022 to 2023/2024
Year 3 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$2,000.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2023/2024 Allocation
|
Premiere Events
|
York Motorcycle Festival
Committed 2021/2022 to 2023/2024
Year 3 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$22,500.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2023/2024 Allocation
|
The York Society
|
York Photographic Awards. Art & Craft Awards, Support Research and Archive Centre
Committed - 2023/2024 to 2025/2026
Year 1 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$10,000.00
|
|
Multi-Year Commitment –
2023/2024 Allocation
|
York Business Association
|
Training and Support the York Business Community
Committed - 2022/2023 to 2024/2025
Year 2 of 3 – Multi-Year Agreement
|
$8,675.00
|