Local Heroes - 2026
Funding Providers
Westfield
Location
Australia WideFunding Type
Cash grant G19378
Primary Category
Community developmentEligible to
- Individuals
Funding
Amount : $5,000 to $20,000Total pool: $1,250,000
Round(s)
- Opened 16-Oct-2025 Closes 12-Mar-2026 7pm AEDT
Purpose
Westfield Local Heroes is a recognition and awards program that shines the spotlight on individuals in Australia and New Zealand who make a positive impact to their local community or environment.
Overview
Each year up to, up to $AUD1.25 million in 2025 is provided in community grants by Scentre Group, owner of Westfield destinations in Australia and New Zealand.
Community members nominate their heroes and the funder selects three finalists for each Westfield destination to go through to the community vote. The successful hero for each of our 42 Westfield destinations is awarded a $20,000 grant for the organisation or group they represent, and each finalist receives a $5,000 grant for their organisation or group.
Applications / Guidelines
Contact Details
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