LOCAL organisations are encouraged to apply for funding through the Strengthening Rural Communities program, with grants of up to $10,000 available to support organisations across regional, rural and remote Australia to uplift their communities.
Federal Member for Nicholls, Sam Birrell said the program aimed to enhance and support the work of regional and rural organisations and their members.
“Local organisations are the backbone of regional communities and consistently provide opportunities for people to come together whatever the event, sport, occasion or hobby they specialise in,” Mr Birrell said.
“From COVID to recent flood events our community groups continue to be disrupted leading to reduce numbers, limited fundraising opportunities as well as opportunities to organise community events and projects.
“These groups need to be supported to ensure they can bounce back to normal operation as well as remaining sustainable for the benefit of people living in regional and rural areas like Nicholls.
“These grants focus on a broad range of projects and include funds for volunteer support, events and activities, enhancing community spaces, and developing services to support local vulnerable people.”
Applications close 5pm on February 26, 2024. For further information, guidelines or to apply visit: frrr.org.au/funding/place/src-rebuilding-regional-communities/
