Community health & education grants

United Way Glenelg opens the purse strings

Community organisations dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of Glenelg Shire residents in the areas of health, education, and financial stability are invited to submit grant applications to United Way Glenelg (UWG).

A combined total of $70,000 has been allocated by UWG for the Community Fund and the Lewis Court Fund, with funding available in increments of up to $5000 to support groups.

United Way Glenelg executive officer Nicole Carr expressed gratitude for the Community Fund’s support from individuals who contribute regularly through Workplace Giving. She highlighted that when individuals choose to support Workplace Giving through their payroll to UWG, their entire donation remains local, directly supporting the local community.

UWG encourages community groups to consider applying for a grant from the fund that aligns with their specific area of work.

“Health, education, and financial stability are foundational aspects of a good life, and successful applicants will contribute to these aspects for residents across the community,” she said. “After conducting a community survey in early 2023, priority will be given to projects that address mental health, obesity (poor nutrition), alcohol consumption, low-level literacy across the ages, parental engagement in child’s learning, financial literacy, gambling (sports betting). However, projects outside these priority areas are also welcomed.”

To be eligible for the Community Fund and Lewis Court Fund, Community Partners should:

•Be a registered Community Partner.

• Be operational within the Glenelg Shire.

• Organisations that have previously received funding are required to complete an evaluation report before applying for additional funding. Applicants are strongly encouraged to discuss their project with United Way Glenelg before submission. UWG funds is now open until August 31 this year.

For detailed guidelines and the electronic Application Form, please visit https://www. unitedwayglenelg.com.au/ourwork/grants/

GRANT RECIPIENT: Skye Roche, Bundarra Primary School Student Wellbeing Officer with some of the equipment purchased through 2022 grant round.