Since its launch in 2003, the program has funded 358 projects across WA
The Western Australian government has allocated $2.6m in grants under the Criminal Property Confiscation Grants Program to fund initiatives that enhance community safety, support crime victims, and aid crime prevention efforts.
Attorney General John Quigley announced the funding to benefit not-for-profit organisations and local governments across Perth and regional areas, including the Kimberley, Great Southern, and Gascoyne. The program, administered by the Department of Justice, directs money and assets seized from convicted criminals into community projects designed to reduce crime and assist law enforcement.
This round of funding supports 18 projects, including the Wyndham Youth Aboriginal Corporation, which has been granted $187,000 to establish a Young Adults At-Risk Program for Aboriginal individuals aged 18–35. This initiative aims to address the needs of those at risk of offending and reduce youth crime while promoting safety within the community.
Ishar Multicultural Women’s Health Services has been awarded $200,000 to provide culturally tailored intervention and support for victims of family and domestic violence who face challenges accessing services due to language or cultural barriers. Additionally, the Palmerston Association will receive $199,886 to offer short residential stays for individuals preparing for detoxification as part of drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs. Medical professionals and case workers will support these stays to help individuals navigate this critical period.
Since its launch in 2003, the Criminal Property Confiscation Grants Program has funded 358 projects across Western Australia, with over $41m allocated to date. Quigley highlighted the strong interest in this year’s funding round, which attracted 34 applications from across the state. He noted that the program ensures that resources seized from criminals are reinvested into services that directly benefit victims and enhance community safety.
In a statement, Quigley congratulated the successful grant recipients and expressed optimism for the positive impact their projects will have on the community. He described the program as an important tool for using confiscated criminal assets to strengthen public safety and support vulnerable populations.