20 MayChildren’s Week Grants now open for 2024
Eligible organisations can now apply for grants of up to $1,000 to fund fun activities and events for children and families during Children’s Week, which will be held in October this year.
The grants support free events or activities such as storytelling, art exhibitions, dance workshops, cooking sessions, musical performances, picnics and outdoor or messy play.
This year’s theme is Children have the right to a clean and safe environment, based on Article 24 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Children’s Week is a national campaign that celebrates the right of children to enjoy childhood. It showcases their achievements while providing educational experiences for them and their families.
More than 45,000 children and families took part in Children’s Week activities across the state in 2023, with the Allan Labor Government supporting more than 200 events through grant funding.
During Children’s Week, community organisations, sports clubs, neighbourhood associations and local councils organise a variety of events, including open days, special events, displays and online activities. The events celebrate children and childhood and showcase their achievements.
Children’s Week runs from Saturday 19 October to Sunday 27 October this year.
Applications for Children’s Week grants close on 16 June 2024. CLICK HERE to apply.
