The City of Greater Geelong is inviting not-for-profit organisations schools and Early Years services to get involved in this year’s Children’s Week with grants of up to $1 000 and a total grant pool of $20 000.
Children’s Week is an international event designated by the United Nations and celebrated annually in October.
Children’s Week Grants facilitate and encourage children and their families to celebrate play and discover together. Applications are now open for activities held on or between 11–26 October 2025 and close on Monday 23 June at 5 pm.
Previous grant recipients have hosted events including dances workshops sporting activities nature-based activities and cultural experiences.
Greater Geelong Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM
The City is pleased to be able to support Children’s Week events run by community groups and organisations.
We look forward to seeing many groups getting involved and hosting events and activities that cater to children aged 0–12 years.
Disability Access and Inclusion portfolio chair Councillor Anthony Aitken
Local groups are encouraged to think creatively and get involved in this celebration.
These grants are a great way to celebrate children in our community.
See the full grant guidelines and apply visit our grants page.
To discuss your project or ask for help with the application process please contact our Grants Team at [email protected] or call 5272 5560.