MEDIA RELEASE

VOLUNTEERS IN NORTH WEST SYDNEY TO RECEIVE MORE SUPPORT THIS NATIONAL VOLUNTEERING WEEK

The Albanese Labor Government is continuing to recognise the efforts of volunteers and community organisations, today announcing that 19 in Greenway will receive grants up to $5,000.

Through the $10 million 2023-24 Volunteer Grant Round, community organisations across Australia will receive funding to buy small equipment for volunteers or reimburse their fuel, transport, or training costs.

Member for Greenway, Michelle Rowland, said this funding boost is welcomed in North West Sydney as it will provide greater support for local volunteers and ensure they can continue to support their community.

A strong volunteering sector is a reflection of our combined efforts to foster community connections, promote change, and enrich our society.

“Volunteers provide an incredibly important service to the community,” said Minister Rowland.

“These grants ensure that we are supporting our volunteers to continue to provide the essential services to our community.

“At the end of the day, we want volunteers to know that the Albanese Labor Government is backing them, and will continue to support their work in assisting our community.”

Minister for Social Services Amanda Rishworth highlighted the critical role volunteers play in local communities, especially as many Australians continue to face cost of living pressures. 

“Volunteers are part of the fabric of our communities,” Minister Rishworth said.

“They play a vital role in many different ways, whether it be helping out in times of disaster or crisis, supporting the most vulnerable people in our community, or assisting with community events.

“These grants will allow many community organisations to better support the efforts of their volunteers, with this Grant Round to make a positive impact on the wider volunteering sector.

More information about Australian Government grants is available on the GrantConnect website.

TUESDAY, 14 MAY 2024