Leeton Rotary Receives Community Grants From Australia Post

Rotary Club of Leeton Inc received $9,900 in the form of an Australia Post Community Grant to support their Stories of Resilience project.

This project is a series of mental health-focused panel discussions featuring people with lived experience of adversity.

The initiative partners with local not-for-profits to enhance community connection and engagement with mental health support services.

Leading up to Mental Health Month this October, Australia Post’s 2024 Community Grants program provided funding to 71 not-for-profit community groups across the country, whose projects supported mental wellbeing and built greater community connection.

More than $500,000 went towards a range of organisations that support minority groups, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and the culturally and linguistically diverse.

Grants of up to $10,000 each have funded initiatives across every state and territory.

Australia Post General Manager, Community and Stakeholder Engagement, Nicky Tracey said it was rewarding to see such a wide range of categories represented in this year’s grant recipients, demonstrating the ongoing need for community support across a variety of groups and regions.

“Australia Post’s Community Grants program is celebrating another successful year helping to empower organisations to continue their vital work and positively impact the lives of countless Australians,” Ms Tracey said.

“This year, we are proud to support 71 community groups dedicated to enhancing mental health and wellbeing within their local areas.

“Connecting with others is crucial for our wellbeing, and the support groups and programs in local communities are essential for fostering this connection.

“Whether it’s helping elderly Australians stay connected, supporting volunteers with mental health first aid training or men’s yarning circles for better mental health, we are delighted to support such a diverse group of organisations.

“Our Post Offices are at the heart of Australian communities and understand the importance that locally led initiatives have on the community.

“We take great pride in our Community Grants Program and its role in supporting positive outcomes across Australia.”

Minister for Communications, The Hon Michelle Rowland MP said Australia Post supported communities around the country, especially in rural and regional towns where the post office may be the banking service, newsagent and retailer - all in one.

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• Community Groups
• Grants / Funding