Organisation Name:
The Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund
Application Deadline:
16 October 2026
About Organisation
The Australian Government’s Future Drought Fund and the Western Australian Government jointly support the Regional Drought Resilience Planning Program. The programme helps regional communities strengthen their ability to prepare for and manage drought and prolonged dry seasons. Through regional planning and community-led action, it supports initiatives that improve economic, environmental, and social resilience. The North Midlands initiative forms part of this broader programme and focuses on translating regional drought resilience priorities into practical community projects. It encourages collaboration among community organisations, local governments, and regional stakeholders to address local challenges. The programme contributes to long-term drought resilience grants Australia and regional development efforts.
About the Grant
The North Midlands Drought Resilience Community Grant supports community-led projects that strengthen preparedness and resilience to dry seasons and drought across the North Midlands subregion of Western Australia. Proposed initiatives should align with the Mid West Regional Drought Resilience Plan and contribute to its identified themes, outcomes, or action ideas. Projects may address economic, environmental, or social resilience and encourage collaboration among community organisations, local governments, and regional stakeholders. The grant aims to turn regional planning into practical action that responds to local drought-related challenges. It is particularly relevant to organisations seeking Western Australia community grants, environmental funding, and community resilience funding.
Who can Apply?
Eligible applicants must have a current Australian Business Number (ABN) or be auspiced by an incorporated organisation with an ABN. Applicants must have an account with an Australian financial institution and meet GST registration requirements where applicable. They must demonstrate sufficient organisational capacity, resources, partnerships, and arrangements to successfully deliver the proposed project. Projects must contribute to drought resilience and demonstrate alignment with the Mid West Regional Drought Resilience Plan. Applicants must also be able to manage project expenditure, monitor outcomes, deliver approved activities, and meet reporting and accountability requirements. These eligibility conditions apply to organisations seeking Future Drought Fund grants through this programme.
How to Apply?
Applicants should develop a project that responds to a clear dry-season or drought resilience challenge in the North Midlands subregion. The application should explain the proposed activities, expected economic, environmental, or social benefits, alignment with the Regional Drought Resilience Plan, delivery arrangements, organisational capacity, and relevant partnerships. Applicants should also confirm their ABN, Australian financial institution account, GST status where applicable, and ability to meet reporting and accountability requirements.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is 16th October 2026.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
