The Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants have officially opened, with $450,000 available for projects that involve young people actively caring for Victoria’s biodiversity and natural environment.
Schools, kindergartens, childcare centres and youth groups can all apply for grants of up to
$5000 for projects encouraging young Victorians to learn more about the state’s plants,
wildlife and nature.
Macedon MP Mary-Anne Thomas said the grants play such an important role helping
young Victorians connect with nature.
“Since 2018, the grants have provided more than $2.5 million to projects across the state, with
584 projects being completed and making a difference,” Ms Thomas said.
“These grants benefit our beautiful landscapes across the state and help young Victorians get
involved in nature-based programs at a young age.
“[They] can instill a passion for the environment that can last a lifetime.”
The state government said more than 47,000 young people have been a part of the program and grant recipients have also planted 99,000 indigenous plants across numerous landscapes.
Past projects funded by the grant program include the creation of a walking trail aimed at promoting opportunities for students to care for indigenous plants and animals on Phillip Island.
The state government said it has transformed land with indigenous flora in Bundoora and biodiversity-focused excursions to learn about local wildlife in Yarra Glen.
Applications for the grants will close at 3pm on Friday, June 14. Details: shorturl.at/jc1bX
