The FPC's Community Fire Protection Grants Program provides grants to support volunteer fire brigades and other relevant organisations with their fire prevention, preparedness, and response activities.
Grants of up to $10,000 to assist in resourcing training, equipment, and supplies are facilitated to help prepare and protect fire brigades, local communities and the State’s softwood plantations from the threat of bush fire.
The grant program is intended to foster a cooperative approach to fire management practices within the FPC priority areas and strengthen the knowledge and understanding of fire management practices, particularly in plantation areas.
The program prioritises applications that align with the FPC’s mission and programs of work linked to its softwood plantation management; increase understanding about fire management in plantations; and deliver the greatest benefits to local communities.
Who can apply?
Show moreVolunteer Bush Fire Brigade
Local Government Authorities
Not for profit and registered community groups, clubs and not for profit organisations (if their application aligns with the scope for the Fire Protection Grant Program)
We cannot consider your application if you do not satisfy all eligibility criteria.
Individuals, profit-making organisations and State or Federal Government organisations are not eligible.
Types of grants available
Show moreEquipment and supplies for firefighting, personal protective equipment (PPE) and related activities.
Approval of the relevant Local Government Authority or associated governing body will be required prior to applying.
Funding for ongoing maintenance, insurance, infrastructure or any other associated costs will not be provided by the FPC.
Funding up to $15,000 per application available.
Training activities with a focus on enhancing bush firefighting capabilities.
The priority for the FPC is on plantation fire management and response, however other general skills development relevant to bush fire prevention, operations and response may be supported.
Funding up to $2,500 per application available.
Networking and professional development events that enhance collaboration across emergency service agencies and community groups, or skills development and knowledge building linked to plantation fire prevention, operations and response.
Funding up to $1,500 per application available
Grant program timeframes
Show moreYou can only submit an application between the Grant applications open date and close date. The FPC cannot accept late applications.
Grant applications open: 26 February 2024
Grant applications close: Extended to 29 April 2024
Final date for related expenditure documentation and invoices to FPC: 3 June 2024 (documentation received after this date will mean the grant is forfeited or held over to a future funding round)
All grant funding provided by: 30 June 2024
Activities or expenditure that occur after 1 July 2024 are to be carried out within 12 months of being awarded the grant.
How to apply?
Show moreGuidelines referring to this grant program are available as a separate document. It is recommended you refer to the guidelines before submitting your grant application.
To apply, you must address all question in the application form, ensure eligibility, complete the assessment criteria and prepare the necessary supporting documentation to the application.
Community Fire Protection Grant Program 2024 — Grant guidelines
Community Fire Protection Grant Program 2024 — Application form
Who to contact for more information ?
Show moreThe Communications and Engagement Team are available to assist you. If you have queries or would like further clarification on funding guidelines, please email community.support@fpc.wa.gov.au.
For specific advice in relation to fire management or potential grant funding, please contact Greg Hodgson, FPC Manager Fire Protection, on (08) 9725 5246 or via email greg.hodgson@fpc.wa.gov.au.
