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Volunteer grants now open

By Djembe Archibald

Aug 3, 2023

Encouraging community groups: Federal Member for Nicholls Sam Birrell. Photo by Rechelle Zammit

Member for Nicholls Sam Birrell is encouraging local not-for-profit community organisations to submit expressions of interest in the Federal Government’s Volunteer Grants Program.

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The program aims to support the efforts of local volunteers as well as encourage, support and increase participation in volunteering.

“Volunteers bring communities together and drive physical and social wellbeing of residents,” Mr Birrell said.

“Clubs and groups across Nicholls rely on the selfless work of volunteers, and these grants aim to give volunteers a much-needed hand up.

“Community groups, projects, services and events could not go ahead without the efforts of volunteers.”

Eligible organisations can apply for grants of between $1000 and $5000.

Funding can be used in a variety of ways, including purchasing eligible small equipment, fuel costs, assisting with training courses, supporting volunteers’ safety and conducting activities to promote and increase participation in volunteering.

EOI’s open on Tuesday, August 1 and close on September 4.

Organisations can request an expression of interest form by emailing sam.birrell.mp@aph.gov.au

To find out more about eligibility, visit communitygrants.gov.au/