• Complete the proposal form available on this web page (click on the ‘APPLY NOW‘ button). Alternatively, email amanda.zhong@citywesthousing.com.au to receive the form via email.
• After submitting your proposal, we may request additional details such as an in-depth project description, budget, organisational partners, ongoing maintenance needs, and the level of support from other residents.
• You will be notified of the outcome in early December, and we will work together to establish a start date in the new year.
• Successful projects will be announced via email, our website, newsletter, and social media.

Applications are open from 11 October to 11 November 2024.

• Once submissions close, proposals will be reviewed by a judging committee made up of CWH staff from various departments.
• Proposals will be evaluated based on how well they meet the criteria and the available budget.
• Funding for each project will depend on the number of viable submissions received.

When reviewing your proposal, we will consider if the project:

• Has the support of other residents in the building
• Aligns with our goals of promoting health, happiness, and well-being among residents
• Has a clear purpose and outcome
• Brings people together and fosters community connections
• Is inclusive of residents from diverse backgrounds
• Includes a budget for ongoing maintenance and support if necessary
• Benefits the whole community, rather than just individuals or small groups
• Is different from existing community programs or services funded by other organisations
• Is not related to standard maintenance or repairs, which are handled by our assets team

We will not approve projects that:

• Primarily benefit one person or a small group of people
• Exclude some residents or are not inclusive of all residents
• Require unreasonably high ongoing management from City West Housing staff
• Involve major structural changes to buildings

Any City West Housing resident (main tenant or household member) over the age of 18 can apply.

The tenant lead is the cornerstone of the project. Your role is to make the vision come to life!

Project Ownership: As the tenant lead, you will be the primary driver of the project. This means you are responsible for ensuring that the project moves forward according to the proposed plan and timeline. Your leadership and commitment are key to its success.

Collaboration with City West Housing: You will work closely with City West Housing (CWH) to bring the project to life. This includes maintaining regular communication, updating CWH on project progress, and letting us know if any adjustments or support is needed.

Respectful Leadership: It is essential to foster a collaborative and respectful working relationship with CWH staff, fellow residents and external collaborators through open communication, welcoming feedback , and hearing from others.

Engaging with the Community: One of your main tasks will be to engage with other residents and build support for the project.

City West Housing will be guiding and supporting tenant-led projects to ensure they align with community goals and are successfully implemented.

Funding and Budget Oversight: CWH will provide oversight to ensure that the project stays within its approved budget. If additional financial support is needed or adjustments are required, we will work with the tenant lead to address these needs.

Ongoing Consultation: Throughout the project’s implementation, CWH will maintain regular communication with the tenant lead to provide guidance and address any challenges that may arise.

Risk Management: CWH will help identify and mitigate potential risks, ensuring that the project adheres to all safety and structural guidelines.

Conflict Resolution: If disputes or issues arise between residents regarding the project, CWH may step in as a neutral party to facilitate conflict resolution and ensure the project remains inclusive and beneficial for the entire community. This is only if project lead has made attempts to resolve the conflict.

Evaluation and Feedback: Once the project is completed, CWH will help evaluate its impact, gather feedback from residents. Successful projects may be shared as case studies or best practices to inspire future projects

Long-term Support: If the project requires ongoing maintenance or further development after its initial implementation, CWH will work with the tenant lead to plan for sustainable management, offering continued assistance where necessary.