Local projects funded through community grants

By Khadija Hadjab

Sep 2, 2024

Representatives from funded projects celebrate the completion of their initiatives. Photo by Megan Fisher

Greater Shepparton City Council recently announced the successful completion of the Empowering Communities Grant Projects, part of the Department of Justice and Community Safety’s Building Safer Communities Program, which began in November 2020.

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The initiative aimed to improve young people’s safety outcomes by addressing local issues related to community safety, connection, access and support.

Eight projects received funding through a competitive community grants process. They were:

Giz a Break: $80,000;
Masomo Mbele Foundation: $100,000;
International Association for Interactive Nurses: $40,000;
Mooroopna Education and Activity Centre: $40,000;
Shepparton Secure Kids: $20,000;
GV Gangaru Parasports: $100,000;
Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project: $100,000;
Umoja Empowerment Group: $20,000.

City of Greater Shepparton Mayor Shane Sali acknowledged the efforts of the grant recipients.

City of Greater Shepparton Mayor Shane Sali. Photo by Megan Fisher

“I want to acknowledge all of the successful applicants and congratulate them on their dedication and hard work in bringing these projects to life,” he said.

“The contributions which each of these projects have provided to the community are invaluable in building a safer, more inclusive Greater Shepparton.”

Acting Inspector Brad Fisher. Photo by Megan Fisher

For more information about the Empowering Communities Grant Projects, visit the Greater Shepparton City Council website, or phone the council on 5832 9700 or email empoweringcommunities@shepparton.vic.gov.au