HONOURING THEIR SERVICE, REMEMBERING THEIR SACRIFICE
Thirty-six organisations across Australia will share in more than $575,000 of funding under Batch 2 of the 2024-25 Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grants Program.
The funding will support 30 community-based projects and six major initiatives, all aimed at commemorating the service and sacrifice of Australia's veterans and families and promoting and preserving Australia's wartime heritage.
These grants are not just about preserving history – they're about strengthening the bind between local communities and the legacy of our veteran community.
The 30 community grants will help fund initiatives such as installing flagpoles to proudly fly our nation's flags, establishing gardens for moments of quiet reflection, and creating commemorative murals that encourage people to learn the stories of their local communities.
The six major grants will support larger-scale efforts, such as significant memorial refurbishments, museum exhibits, and archival projects that showcase the rich history of Australia's wartime heritage.
The diverse submissions reflected the many stories of Australia's service personnel, and the communities committed to preserving their legacy.
The 36 projects share a common goal: to ensure veterans' and families' stories are shared and continue to resonate with Australians of all ages.
Since its inception, the grant program has funded projects across the nation, enabling communities to honour their veterans in innovative and lasting ways.
Grant funding of $3.5 million is being offered in 2024-25 financial year across two categories – Community Grants (up to $10,000) and Major Grants (between $10,001 and $150,000).
A full list of Batch 2 recipients is listed in the below.
Batch 3 applications closed on 5 February 2025, with the outcome expected to be announced later this year.
