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Community groups urged to apply for Vicinity Community Grants

March 27, 2024, 10:40 AM ET

Community groups can apply for between $1000 to $10,000 as part of Vicinity’s Community Grants Grants to target youth engagement and employment, environment, education, and community well-being Grant applications open April 1 and close April 30, 2024

-- Vicinity Community Grants is focused on four key areas: youth engagement and employment, environment, education, and community well-being.  

Vicinity Community Grants program expanded to entire portfolio
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Community groups within Vicinity Centres local government areas area are being encouraged to apply for the second round of the Vicinity Community Grants program which opens next week.

It’s the second year of the Vicinity Community Grants aimed at empowering local community groups to deliver programs and initiatives that strengthen community resilience and connectedness. Eligible local community groups can apply for grants between $1000 and $10,000.  

Vicinity Centres Social Impact Lead Catherine Grbic said the grants will enable local community groups to develop and deliver programs, events, and initiatives that make a real difference in local communities. 

“We're looking forward to seeing the positive impact these grants will have within the communities in which we operate and are excited to continue building stronger connections with these important groups,” she said.   

Community groups are being encouraged to apply for the first round of Vicinity Community Grants, open until 30 April.
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Applications for Vicinity Community Grants will open April 1, and close April 30. Eligible community groups are encouraged to visit www.vicinity.com.au/sustainability/people/community-grants to learn about eligibility and how to apply. 

Vicinity Community Grants has a total pool of $110,000 Australia and reflects Vicinity's ongoing commitment to supporting the local communities where its centres are located. In FY23 Vicinity contributed $4.5 million in community investment through targeted community programs. 

View the Community Grants Info Pack HERE

About Vicinity Centres

We are one of Australia's leading retail property groups, who are reimagining the way Australians live, work and play. We own and manage some of the most recognisable and loved retail destinations across Australia and are evolving to transform our portfolio into destinations that offer a broad selection of retail, residential, and office spaces.

For further information contact:

Corporate Communications

media.relations@vicinity.com.au

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