Grants available for local Men’s Sheds

A new round of funding for men’s sheds has now opened, with up to $100,000 available for a variety of projects and upgrades.

Grants can be used for:

• The construction of new men’s sheds, including the conversion of a building that is not a men’s shed into a men’s shed.
• The refurbishment, extension or upgrade of existing men’s sheds
• The purchase of major shed equipment for use in men’s sheds.

The Nationals’ Member for Euroa, Annabelle Cleeland, said men’s sheds played an important role in regional communities, providing a much-needed social space for local men.

“There’s tremendous work being done in men’s sheds across the region,” Ms Cleeland said.

“They create safe and inclusive spaces where men can come together, foster social connections, and actively participate in their communities.”

Having met with several local men’s sheds, Ms Cleeland said many of region’s groups would greatly benefit from additional funding through the grants.

“Meeting with our Men’s Sheds across the electorate, I have seen firsthand the wonderful benefit they provide to not only their members, but also to the broader community,” Ms Cleeland said.

“I am also well aware that many groups have changing circumstances, have a need to expand, or require urgent repairs to help facilitate their programs.

“This funding round is a fantastic opportunity to build on vital existing programs or create new and improved ones that will benefit our community.”

Applications close on July 17.

More information can be found at: Men’s Shed Funding Program | vic.gov.au