Community groups and not-for-profit organisations were invited to apply for up to $3000 for projects or events under round two of the 24/25 Community Grants Program.
Of the 20 applications received seeking a combined total of $46,754, 13 local groups were successful.
The funds will help in a variety of ways, including purchasing lifesaving equipment, supporting healthy eating programs and general facility improvements.
Mayor John Harvie said the program continues to be a vital way to support local ideas and build stronger community connections.
“Our Community Grants Program assists organisations to deliver initiatives that benefit our wider community,” he said.
“It’s also a great way to build stronger partnerships between council and our local committees and groups, so we’re once again pleased to support some exciting projects across the region.”
Council said the successful projects in this round “reflect the diverse needs and priorities of the Murray River Council community”, with funded projects spread across various townships and interest areas.
The selection process was guided by a thorough assessment of each project’s merits, consideration of alternative funding options available to applicants, and how else council might support projects not selected.
The recipients are:
- Goodnight Recreation Reserve and Hall Committee - $3000 for a Goodnight Hall centenary event.
- Girls on the Rise - $2178 for a garden bed and cooking project called ‘Grow & Nourish for Families in Need’.
- Echuca Moama Men’s Shed Inc - $2800 to assist with a ute repair and roadworthy.
- Murray Haven Homes - $1422 for a modern hair salon.
- Murray Human Services/We Are Vivid - $1500 to support an Oaks Day luncheon event.
- Moulamein Men's Shed & Rice Museum Inc - $1795 to purchase a defibrillator.
- Mathoura Preschool Inc - $2000 for a re-vamp of the edible garden project.
- Barrook Field & Game Fire - $1985 for a firefighting cart.
- Moulamein Arts & Craft Council - $2856 for a state-of-the-art coffee machine.
- Barham High School P&C - $3000 for support the school’s Chess Club.
- Mathoura Events Committee - $1764 for portable speakers and UHF microphones.
- Caldwell Hall Management Committee - $2700 to upgrade of microphones, TV accessories and antenna facilities.
- Moama Anglican Grammar - $3000 for the Brewing Bright Futures program.
Council’s next round of the Community Grants Program will open on July 1, 2025.
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