The purpose of the CWF is to provide financial support and services to people in need.

The Committee is authorised to approve grants up to $1000. Grants above $1000 is referred to Council for a decision.

Applications for funding can be submitted to the Shire of Christmas Island at any time. Applications should be in writing and should clearly set out the circumstances of need.

The main objectives of the fund are to: 

• Provide support or services to the elderly, the disabled, and the disadvantaged to assist them to meet needs that are not available from other sources. 
• Provide financial support to destitute people to meet specific needs.

Who Can Apply

• Individuals and charitable organisations can make applications for Community Welfare Fund assistance.
• Individuals must be bona fide residents who have lived on Christmas Island for not less than three year.
• Charitable organisations must be solely concerned with meeting objectives for Christmas Islanders.
• Council does not intend that the grants be used for monetary gain or profit. The intention of the grant is to help individuals, groups/organisations to meet their needs as stated in their application.
• Grants will not be made where other sources of support are available. Examples of other sources of support include Commonwealth funds, WA-type grants through TOP, and Home and Community Care services.

• Address: PO Box 863 CHRISTMAS ISLAND 6798 WA
• Phone: (08) 9164 8300 ext 233
• Fax: (08) 9164 8304
• Email: chew@shire.gov.cx