MICHELLE ROWLAND MP
ATTORNEY-GENERAL
MEMBER FOR GREENWAY
GED KEARNEY MP
ASSISTANT MINISTER FOR SOCIAL SERVICES
ASSISTANT MINISTER FOR THE PREVENTION OF FAMILY VIOLENCE
The Albanese Government is continuing to recognise the efforts of volunteers and community organisations, announcing the opening of the new $10 million Volunteer Grant Round 2025-26.
In Greenway, more than $66,000 is now available for grants between $1,000 to $5,000 for eligible community organisations who rely on the work of volunteers.
Through the $10 million 2025-26 Volunteer Grant Round, eligible community organisations across Australia will receive funding to buy small equipment for volunteers or cover other costs for specific volunteer cohorts and volunteer-run activities.
Volunteers are the backbone of our communities, and the Albanese Labor Government to date has invested over $85 million to support the volunteer sector and help connect people with opportunities in their local community.
Volunteer Grants form part of a broader commitment to building a thriving volunteer sector, supporting initiatives under the National Strategy for Volunteering 2023-2033 and complementing the recent Hanging Out to Help Out campaign, a national campaign to promote volunteering to young people.
More information on Volunteer Grants is available on the Department of Social Services website.
Quotes attributable to Attorney-General and Federal Member for Greenway, Michelle Rowland:
“Volunteer organisations are the lifeblood of our community, and their commitment and generosity make our region a better place to life.
“These grants will make a big difference for volunteers across North West Sydney.
“I’m glad to be part of an Albanese Labor Government that backs our volunteers."
Quotes attributable to Assistant Minister, Ged Kearney:
“Volunteering is essential to strengthening and enriching local communities across Australia.
“Volunteer grants are one of the ways the Australian Government shows our commitment to supporting the critical role of volunteers - and helping all those who want to volunteer to have that chance.
“Our country and our communities greatly benefit from the volunteers who give their time to help others and contribute to the wellbeing of all.”
Tuesday, 24 February 2026
