Landcare and Junior Biodiversity Grants

Applications for the 2023 Victorian Landcare Grants and Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants, funded by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, are now open!

Through the Victorian Landcare Grants, environmental volunteer groups can apply for up to $20,000, for projects that protect or improve the natural environment, including native vegetation and wildlife, waterways and soils. Grants of up to $500 are also available to help with group and network administration and running costs.

Applications can be made through your local Catchment Management Authority.

For more information, head to www.environment.vic.gov.au/grants/victorian-landcare-grants. Applications close on 16 May.

The Victorian Junior Landcare and Biodiversity Grants provide young Victorians with an opportunity to participate in biodiversity-focused hands-on projects and/or learning activities. Victorian childcare centres, kindergartens, primary and secondary schools, Scouts, Girl Guides and youth groups can apply for grants of up to $5,000.

For more information, head to www.juniorlandcare.org.au/grant/2023-victorian-junior-landcare-and-biodiversity-grants. Applications close on 12 May.