One of our key roles is advocating for and supporting strategically important regional projects, including through grants and funding programs. We administer various grant programs as determined by the State Government.
Grants Hub
If our grant programs are closed or your proposal falls outside our guidelines, you could try accessing grants through other agencies and organisations.
Search the GSDC Grants Hub to find available grants and funding opportunitites.
The Regional Economic Development Grants (RED Grants) program is a $45.8 million over eight years (2018-19 to 2025-26) State Government initiative that invests in locally-driven projects to stimulate economic growth and development in regional Western Australia.
The Great Southern Development Commission has a strong commitment to diversifying the region's economic base, growth of business and entrepreneurship, retaining, attracting, and developing skilled people, and maximising local jobs.
Our Region
The Great Southern is one of nine regions in Western Australia, taking in several hundred kilometres of the State’s pristine southern coastline. Our region’s geography includes ancient mountain ranges, deep forests, productive farmland, and breathtaking coastal scenery.
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Our Focus
We focus on the Great Southern’s people, and its economy, culture and natural environment. We aim to create a stable and diverse economy, promote and support regional liveability, and strengthen our communities.
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Our Support
One of our key roles is advocating for and supporting strategically important regional projects, including through funding programs. We administer various grant programs as determined by the State Government.
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Castle Rock, Porongurup National Park