TOOLAMBA Lions Club have been awarded two grants by Greater Shepparton City Council to assist the club to run events during the upcoming 2022 Victorian Seniors Festival (VSF).
Now in its’ 40th year, VSF is a major statewide festival for Victorians over 60, focusing on providing fun times and opportunities to participate in events and activities for free or low cost throughout October each year.
The Lions Club of Toolamba were successful in two funding applications at Council’s June meeting, both valued at $500, to put towards festive afternoon tea hampers. The hampers will be delivered to local seniors by Lions members to provide friendly interaction aiming to reduce feelings of isolation that are affecting so many in recent times.
The second $500 grant will be used to plan an afternoon outing for seniors in Toolamba and surrounding towns. The social outing aims to connect participants with other local seniors and volunteers working on the day.
Mayor, Cr Shane Sali congratulated the Lions Club of Toolamba Inc. on their successful grant applications, encouraging other clubs and service groups to apply for the funding next year.
“Seniors Festival Grants are an important component of Council’s Community Grant programs, aiming to encourage the participation of local seniors in activities which will improve community connections and social engagement,” he said.
