Concern Australia is one of this year’s recipients of Greater Western Water’s ’Thriving Communities’ grants
It were one sixteen local groups awarded funding of between $5,000 and $20,000 to help their projects become a reality.
Concern Australia is a non-for-profit organisation located in Sunshine Westhey which works with vulnerable young people, aged 5-25 years, creating opportunities for them to enjoy full and meaningful lives in the community.
“This funding will support our work in assisting young people in disadvantaged communities to obtain employment,“ said Holly Ambrosino who works at Concern Australia.
“It will also enhance our support of multicultural, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people; and allow us to develop a water sustainability strategy to reduce our environmental impact.“ she added.
Greater Western Water (GWW) awarded over $125,000 to community organisations through its inaugural Thriving Communities grants and sponsorship program this month.
General Manager Strategy & Partnerships for GWW, Kessia Thomson said it was fantastic to see locally led projects creating opportunities to increase participation in community life.
“We received many outstanding applications for projects across our area, all with the purpose of inspiring and connecting people to community or Country,” she said.
“We’re proud to help these sixteen local groups bring their diverse ideas to life and actively contribute to making our region a great place to live.”
