Regional Economic Development Grants
The Regional Economic Development (RED) Grants program is a State Government initiative investing more than $60 million over 11 years in locally driven projects to stimulate job creation and economic growth in regional Western Australia.
Delivered locally by the state’s nine Regional Development Commissions, the RED Grants program supports initiatives driven by regional organisations that create real economic impact and employment opportunities, and is open to businesses, local governments and non-profit organisations.
These grants boost investment in local regional projects that contribute to population and economic growth initiatives and innovation pilots, and importantly, are driven by regionally focused organisations.
The RED Grants program is delivered by the Great Southern Development Commission (GSDC) for the Great Southern, with support from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD).
Round 8 status
Following a comprehensive assessment process, the successful grant recipients were announced on Friday 10 April 2026. View the announcement here.
Thank you to everyone who applied.
Application Assistance
Are you thinking about applying for a future RED Grant?
To learn how to put together a strong RED Grant application, we recommend contacting GSDC to discuss your project prior to progressing or submitting an application.
Email [email protected] or phone 9842 4888 to connect with our RED Grants Manager.
RED Recipients in Focus
Ocean Beach Allied Health Centre
Westerberg Marine
Albany Business Centre
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 opportunities.Local Opportunities
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
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. View All Regions
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Our Focus
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. Find out more
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Our Support
Our Support One of our key roles is connecting industry, business and community to beneficial opportunities that will help drive development. A range of grants and funding opportunities offering support in the Great Southern are regularly available. Find out more
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About Us
About Us The Great Southern Development Commission's role is to help our community grow, develop and take advantage of the benefits our region has to offer including its enviable lifestyle, natural landscapes and thriving economy. Find out more
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