An array of outstanding community initiatives will receive grant funding in Round 1 of Georges River Council's Community and Micro Grants programs, with grants awarded to 20 community organisations to deliver 21 projects in 2025.
Community and Micro Grants 2024-2025 Round 1 will provide a total of $150,000 to a diverse range of projects across various sectors including music therapy for children with a disability, Seniors Swimming and Water Safety, and a Domestic Violence Support Group.
Other initiatives funded include projects that reflect the unique needs of the Georges River community, such as support services for vulnerable children and youth, exercise interventions to support Chinese patients undergoing cancer treatment, and creative storytelling projects capturing immigration journeys through pictures, videos, and books.
Successful applications were chosen for their alignment with Council's Community Strategic Plan, and other Council plans and strategies such as the Disability Inclusion Action Plan and Social Justice Charter.
Georges River Council Mayor Elise Borg said, "Congratulations to all the recipients of the Community and Micro Grants 2024-2025 Round 1. These grants recognise the incredible work being done by local organisations and individuals to enrich the lives of people in our community. The diversity and creativity of the projects funded demonstrate the strong community spirit in the Georges River area.
"It's inspiring to see so many innovative ideas and programs aimed at making a difference in our community. The recipients of these grants reflect the dedication and passion that make Georges River such a vibrant place to live and work. We look forward to seeing the positive impacts of their projects."
| Applicant |
Project |
| Australia Chinese New Arts Society Inc. |
Telling Our Immigration Stories: In Pictures, Videos, Books |
| CanRevive Inc. |
Exercise Interventions for Managing Cancer Treatment Side-effects in Chinese Patients |
| Cass Care Ltd |
Golden 100 |
| Dance for Parkinson's Australia |
Hop, Glide and Two Step into Wellbeing! |
| Grace Chinese Christian Church |
Monthly Community Games Night |
| Jubilee Community Services Inc. |
Space for Less |
| Kingsway Community Care Inc. trading as Platform Nine |
Empowering Volunteers to Support Those Experiencing Homelessness |
| Kogarah Community Services Inc. |
Orientation Program for Newly Arrived Young People |
| Learning Links |
Confident Little Beginnings: Fostering Wellbeing for Children of All Abilities |
| Morris Children's Fund Inc. |
Music Therapy for Children with a Disability |
| Narwee Baptist Community Broadcasters Ltd |
Upgrade to Improve Security |
| Oatley Heritage and Historical Society |
A Place Called Oatley Book |
| Project Youth |
Project Youth - Refuge Wardrobes |
| Royal Life Saving NSW |
Seniors Swimming and Water Safety |
| Shopfront Arts Co-op Ltd |
Bringing ArtsLAB Emerging Artist Festival Back to St George |
| Southern Sydney Folk Club Inc. |
Southern Sydney Folk Club Bush Dance 2025 |
| Sutherland Shire Family Services - Trading as The Family Co. |
Pathway of Change - Domestic Violence Support Group |
| The Scouts Association of Australia - NSW Branch |
South Metropolitan Region Office – Upgrade (GRN 2491) |
| The Scouts Association of Australia – NSW Branch – South Metropolitan Region |
South Metropolitan Region Office – Door Upgrade |
| The Shepherd Centre - For Deaf Children |
First Steps to First Sounds: Supporting Parents of Deaf Children |
| The Uniting Church in Australia - The Kogarah Storehouse |
Better Together in Unity with Diversity |
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