Better Beginnings Community Grants Program
Round 6 of the Better Beginnings Community Grants opens on 28 August 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 open from Monday 28th August 2026.
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
Join our online information session to learn more about the grants program, ask questions and hear insights from previous grant recipients.
Monday 10th August 2026
1 pm to 2 pm
Register for the information session by emailing Jen Donovan – jennifer.donovan@slwa.wa.gov.au
This session will be run online via teams.
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 open at 9 am on Friday 28 August 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.
