Funding available for social and sustainable community initiatives

Up to $30,000 in funding is available again this year to eligible organisations looking to make a positive contribution to the community.

Local groups working to promote sustainable environmental outcomes, support skills and training, and improve community health, safety, and wellbeing are encouraged to apply.

FRV Australia’s Chief Executive Officer Carlo Frigerio said he had been impressed by the calibre of applications each year and the enthusiasm of the community in response to the program.

“Grassroots organisations have worked diligently to conceive and implement initiatives that improve the liveability and vitality of the region,” he said.

We’re delighted to be able to support the hard work, talent and leadership of these groups who respond to the needs and interests of their communities.

“It’s been a privilege to have supported such a diverse range of locally-led initiatives in Winton, Benalla and surrounding communities over the past four years of the program.

“FRV Australia is humbled to have been able to play small part in delivering these important projects.”

Last year’s grants program saw four community organisations awarded a share of $30,000.

Recipients used the funds to deliver new social inclusion events and activities, build 250 community garden beds, provide peer support training to local healthcare providers, strengthen crisis support resources and facilities and enhance social connection through cooking classes for widowed community members.

Now in its fourth year of operation, the Winton Solar Farm recently became one of the renewable energy projects supported through the Victorian Renewable Energy Target auction scheme, to supply clean energy to power state government operations via the State Electricity Commission.

This milestone marks the return of the SEC to powering Victoria’s public sector with clean energy, and highlights Winton’s role in supporting the energy transition.

Applications for the 2025 Winton Solar Farm Community Grants Program are now open.

For more information about the Winton Solar Farm and the community grants program or to apply, visit www.wintonsolarfarm.com