Better Beginnings Community Grants Program
Round 6 of the Better Beginnings Community Grants are now open! Applications close at 5 pm on Wednesday 30 September 2026.
The Better Beginnings Community Grants Program helps organisations create opportunities for young children and families to enjoy books, stories and early learning together.
Better Beginnings is a State Library of Western Australia program that provides free book boxes to families across WA. We support families with simple ideas to help them read, talk, sing, draw and play with their child every day.
Since 2021, more than $1 million has been awarded through the Community Grants Program to support projects in communities across Western Australia.
Funding available
Applications are now open.
A total funding pool of $200,000 is available for public libraries, community groups and not-for-profit organisations.
Projects should support young children and families through books, stories, language development and early learning activities that meet local community needs.
Two grant categories are available:
Micro Grants
$5,000 to $10,000
For smaller community projects and activities.
Innovation Grants
$10,001 to $30,000
For larger programs or new initiatives.
Public libraries and community organisations can apply for either grant category.
Information session - Closed
View the PDFs below to learn about previous grant recipients.
How to apply
- Download the guidelines and eligibility criteria.
- Visit Submittable to submit your application.
- Create a Submittable account if you don't already have one.
Applications close at 5 pm on Wednesday 30 September 2026.
Need help?
If you have any questions about the Better Beginnings Community Grants Program, please contact:
Jennifer Donovan
Learning and Engagement Coordinator
(08) 9427 3308
jennifer.donovan@slwa.wa.gov.au
Successful grant recipients from previous rounds can be downloaded below.
