Grants of up to $5,000 to support not-for-profit and community organisations delivering projects that generate lasting social and economic benefits within the West Pilbara region.
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What is the CITIC Pacific Mining Community Support Fund (CCSF)?
The CPM Community Support Fund (CCSF) is a community grants initiative established by CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM), the developer and operator of the Sino Iron project located approximately 100km south of Karratha in Western Australia.
The fund provides small grants to eligible not-for-profit and community organisations delivering projects that generate lasting social and economic benefits within the West Pilbara region.
The CCSF Grants Program is primarily funded through CPM’s participation in the Containers for Change recycling program and forms part of CPM’s broader commitment to community collaboration, sustainability and long-term regional development.
CITIC Pacific Mining Community Support Fund level of support
- Minimum funding: Not specified
- Maximum funding: $5,000
Co-Contribution Requirement:
- There is no mandatory co-contribution requirement stated in the guidelines
CITIC Pacific Mining Community Support Fund important dates
Two funding rounds are offered each year:
Round 1
- Opens: 1 January
- Closes: 28 February
- Outcomes announced: 31 March
- Project completion: By 31 March the following year or within 12 months of fund transfer
Round 2
- Opens: 1 July
- Closes: 31 August
- Outcomes announced: 30 September
- Project completion: By 30 September the following year or within 12 months of fund transfer
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CITIC Pacific Mining Community Support Fund objectives
The fund aligns with CPM’s broader commitment to:
- Anticipating and assessing operational impacts on the community
- Building sustainable community partnerships
- Working with local leaders, organisations and Traditional Owners
- Enriching the community beyond the life of mine
Through the CCSF, CPM aims to strengthen grassroots organisations and priority initiatives within the Pilbara.
Projects and expenditure eligible for CITIC Pacific Mining Community Support Fund support
Projects must align with one or more of the following focus areas:
- Education and training
- Healthy, active lifestyles
- Cultural learning and exchange
- Environmental responsibility
- Youth support and development
Projects must be primarily based within:
- Karratha
- Roebourne
- Wickham
- Point Samson
- Dampier
- Cossack
- Greater Pilbara / City of Karratha region
Funding will not support:
- An organisation’s normal operating or day-to-day costs
- Religious activities or political purposes
- Personal travel or conference attendance
- Projects or activities already completed
Other CITIC Pacific Mining Community Support Fund important details that you will need to know
Organisations eligible for CITIC Pacific Mining Community Support Fund support
Applicants must:
- Be a constituted, financially viable not-for-profit organisation
- Preferably be incorporated
- Be primarily based in the Pilbara / City of Karratha region
- Deliver a project aligned to at least one CCSF focus area
Organisations may submit one application per round.
Ineligible Applicants
- Individuals
- Sole traders
- Companies
CITIC Pacific Mining Community Support Fund assessment criteria
Applications are assessed by CPM against the published Selection Criteria and subject to availability of funds.
While no formal percentage weightings are provided, applications are likely assessed on:
1. Alignment with Focus Areas
Clear demonstration that the project directly contributes to one or more CCSF priority areas.
2. Community Impact
Evidence of measurable, meaningful benefit to the Pilbara community, including:
- Social outcomes
- Economic contribution
- Youth development
- Cultural strengthening
3. Organisational Capability
Applicants must demonstrate:
- Financial viability
- Governance structure
- Incorporated status (preferable)
- Capacity to deliver within timeframe
4. Project Feasibility
- Realistic timeframe
- Clear project scope
- Achievable outcomes within 12 months
5. Budget Transparency
- Clear income and expense breakdown
- Justification for amount requested
- Evidence that funds will be used directly for project delivery
6. Geographic Relevance
Projects must be primarily located within the specified Pilbara communities.
How do I get the CITIC Pacific Mining Community Support Fund support?
To successfully receive funding, applicants should demonstrate:
- A clearly defined project aligned to at least one focus area
- Strong community benefit with tangible, local outcomes
- Organisational credibility and governance capability
- A realistic, well-costed budget
- Financial transparency and supporting documentation
- Capacity to complete and acquit the project within 12 months
- Willingness to publicly acknowledge CPM support
- Strong supporting evidence such as letters of support or impact data
Information to prepare for the CITIC Pacific Mining Community Support Fund support
Applicants will need:
- Organisation details (ABN, incorporation status, contact details)
- Project description
- Clear explanation of how funding will be used
- Explanation of project benefits
- Project timeframe
- Full income and expenditure budget
- Proof of not-for-profit status
- Annual report or financial statements
- Letters of support (if available)
Applications must be submitted online.
Applying for the CITIC Pacific Mining Community Support Fund support
Applications are submitted via CPM’s online portal. Only online submissions are accepted.
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CITIC Pacific Mining Community Support Fund resources
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