Council delivers $72k to the community
Published on 31 March 2022
Cash injections for hall and facility upgrades, community events and sporting equipment will be delivered in the latest round of the Glenelg Shire Council’s Community Grants program.
A total of 38 shire-wide community not-for-profit groups and organisations shared in the latest funding round, valued at more than $72,000.
Among the beneficiaries were the Hotspur Hall Management Committee Inc which received $985 for safety flood lights, Casterton RSL Sub Branch received $4,466 for military memorabilia display cabinets and Heathmere Football Netball Club received $2,000 towards their canteen and kitchen upgrade.
The Dartmoor Golf Club will receive $5,000 to repair their tee blocks, $5,000 will go to the Portland Men’s Shed for their shed expansion and the Narrawong District Association will receive $,1000 towards a ‘NarraDarra’ community event.
Glenelg Shire Mayor Cr Anita Rank said Council was proud to provide ongoing support to the shire’s not-for-profit organisations and hardworking volunteers.
“There were many worthy projects submitted for consideration, highlight the amazing things that continue to go on in our Shire,” she said.
“The funded projects are spread right throughout the region and represent the diverse needs of our residents, including our passion for sport, youth development and music.
“Importantly all money delivered through our grants program will be injected straight back into the local economy, supporting not just our community groups, but local businesses and tradespeople.
“I congratulate all of our recipients and I look forward to seeing the impact these grants have upon the broad sectors of our community.”