Volunteer-based organisatons in Hawke are encouraged to apply for available community grants worth between $1000 and $5000.
The federal government volunteer grants program provides funding for eligible organisations to purchase equipment, cover fuel costs, training costs or activities to increase volunteer participation.
Goonawarra Neighbourhood House previously received $3300 to cover the reimbursement of travel costs, as well as the purchase of planter boxes to teach children about gardening.
Neighbourhood house manager Isabella Rosinsky said community volunteers help power the house and the activities they can provide.
“Goonawarra Neighbourhood House provides an important community service for locals, and we’re powered by our amazing volunteers,” Ms Rosinsky said.
“This grant means we’re able to keep our gardening, food relief and Wednesday lunch programs running.
“All of which will benefit from our new veggie garden, and we can give back to our hard-working volunteers.”
Hawke MP Sam Rae welcomed the funding opportunity and encouraged organisations to get involved.
“Local volunteer-based organisatons in Hawke should submit an expression of interest to make sure our community can make the most of the funding,” Mr Rae said.
Expression of interest applications close on September 4, at 5pm. Details: or 9070 1960 or sam.rae.mp@aph.gov.au.
