19-February-2010
Goldstein Media Releases, Community, Funding
Bentleigh RSL Sub-Branch and Brighton Bowling and Sporting Club are to be congratulated for their recently successful applications for funding under the Department of Veterans’ Affairs Veteran and Community Grants program.
The Bentleigh RSL Sub-Branch, Welfare Patriotic Fund, is to receive three grants: $3300 to fund a series of bus trips for war widows to help reduce social isolation; $2284 to help purchase a television and DVD player for use by members at club activities; and $3300 to help run a series of social excursions for the Women’s Auxiliary members.
Brighton Bowling and Sporting Club will receive $7206 to help purchase and install a sun shade at the Club.
“The services provided by both Bentleigh RSL Sub-Branch and Brighton Bowling and Sporting Club are invaluable.
“The received funding is well deserved and I look forward to seeing it in action,” Andrew Robb, Federal Member for Goldstein, said.
Applications for the second round of funding under the program are currently being accepted.
“I strongly urge other Bayside and Glen Eira community organisations to apply,” Mr Robb said.
The program is designed to assists veteran and ex-service organisations reduce isolation and improve services for veterans and their families across the community. Funding can be used for activities such as a bus trip to visit an attraction, for productions such as a newsletter about certain events, or for small capital works such as an air conditioner.
“For those who are seeking to apply, I am happy to provide my support and assistance, so please contact me at my office on 9557 4644,” Mr Robb said.
Second round applications must be received by the Department or post marked by Friday 14 May 2010. Further information regarding the program can be found at http://www.dva.gov.au/health_and_wellbeing/veterans_community_grants/Pages/index.aspx or by calling the Department of Veterans’ Affairs on 133 254.
Media contact: Skye Buttenshaw, 9557 4644