Golden Plains Shire Council has awarded Community Strengthening Grants to 17 Golden Plains community groups in the second round of the 2022 program.
Council awarded a combined $66,903 to the successful groups to deliver 17 projects across 4 categories: Environment and Sustainability, Healthy Active Living, Community Safety, and Creative Community.
The successful groups were announced to the community at the Council Meeting on Tuesday 22 November, with the Councillors sharing an overview of each of the successful projects.
In this round, grants were allocated to 17 local organisations, ranging from Lethbridge Primary School to the Cape Clear Fire Brigade. The supported projects include an Indigenous Artwork Arbour; Smythesdale Arts and Community Fiesta; upgrading of local community facilities and reserves; and supporting new opportunities for community members to connect, learn and get active.
Council’s contribution of $66,903 for the second round of grants this year, alongside community contributions, will deliver $151,785 in total value (across the 17 projects) to local communities across Golden Plains Shire and it is estimated that community volunteers will contribute 2,110 hours to the grant projects.
Mayor Cr Brett Cunningham congratulated the successful recipients of the Community Strengthening Grants in the second round of the 2022 program.
“Council is delighted to have awarded a total of $66,903 in grants to help support and deliver the 17 projects which will be led by hard-working local community groups and residents.
“The Community Strengthening Grants program has been a valuable source of financial support for local events, projects and programs in Golden Plains Shire communities for 26 years.
“These projects directly benefit our Shire communities and I look forward to seeing the completed projects, that will be enjoyed for many years to come.”
The recipients of the second round of Council’s Community Strengthening Grants 2022 can be found here.