Expressions of interest open for 2025–26 Volunteer Grants in Lyne

FEDERAL Member for Lyne Alison Penfold is encouraging not-for-profit organisations to apply for funding under the Australian Government’s 2025–26 Volunteer Grants Program, with expressions of interest now open.

Volunteer Grants of between $1,000 and $5,000 are available to eligible community organisations that rely on volunteers.

The program is designed to strengthen local volunteering by helping organisations remove barriers to participation and better support the people who give their time to serve our community.

“Volunteers are the backbone of our region,” Ms Penfold said.

“From sporting clubs and service organisations to emergency response groups and community associations, volunteers keep Lyne connected and functioning.

“These grants – albeit small in amount – do provide practical support to ensure they have the tools they need.”

Funding can be used for items and services that directly support volunteers and volunteering activities, including:

– Communication equipment such as laptops, tablets, and radios

– IT software and technology upgrades

– Volunteer insurance

– Training and support materials

– Equipment to assist specific volunteer cohorts, including young people, seniors, First Nations volunteers, veterans, and people with disability

Eligible organisations must be not-for-profit and demonstrate that they rely on volunteers to deliver their services.

Expressions of interest must be submitted to Ms Penfold’s office by 5:00pm on Wednesday 1 April.
The form is available via Ms Penfold’s website under the ‘How I Can Help’ tab.

“Lyne has a proud culture of volunteerism,” Ms Penfold said.

“I encourage all eligible organisations to put forward an expression of interest so we can ensure our local groups receive their fair share of the funding available to the Lyne electorate.”

For further information, organisations can contact Ms Penfold’s electorate office.