New grants empower bushfire recovery for communities

Funded projects may include trauma-informed training, psychological first-aid, community wellbeing events and workshops and practical preparedness resources such as 'Are You Ready?' materials to help households plan for future emergencies.

Victorian Natural Disaster Recovery Minister Vicki Ward said these grants would allow communities to recover in a way that would benefit them most.

“No two communities recover in the same way,” Ms Ward said.

“These grants put communities in the driver’s seat, giving them the flexibility to deliver the projects that will matter most.

“We’ll continue standing alongside bushfire-affected Victorians, backing them with the support they need every step of the way.”

The program is set to build on more than $420 million in bushfire recovery support already funded in partnership with the Federal Government.

Applications close August 31, 2026.

For more information or to apply, visit vic.gov.au/community-recovery-grants-2026-bushfires

Anyone needing assistance can contact the emergency recovery hotline on 1800 560 760.