CLARENCE & RICHMOND VALLEY ORGANISATIONS ENCOURAGED TO TAP INTO GRANT OPPORTUNITY

Local not-for-profits, schools and councils across the Clarence electorate are being encouraged to apply for funding under the NSW Government’s Clubgrants Category 3 Infrastructure Grants Program.

Member for Clarence, Richie Williamson, said the program had a strong track record of delivering substantial funding for important local infrastructure projects.

“Clubgrants invests in the projects that matter to our community, and I’m encouraging eligible organisations to apply for grants ranging from $50,000 to $300,000,” Mr Williamson said.

“I know there are many worthwhile community infrastructure proposals across the Clarence and Richmond valleys that are just waiting for the right opportunity to get off the ground. This is that opportunity.

“Funding can be used for a wide variety of projects – from upgrading local halls and installing lighting at sports grounds, to supporting arts and cultural exhibitions, community transport, or even infrastructure that helps build disaster resilience or supports youth and social inclusion.”

The Clubgrants Category 3 Fund reinvests a portion of gaming machine profits from registered clubs into community infrastructure across four key areas:

• Arts & Culture

• Community Infrastructure

• Disaster Readiness

• Sport & Recreation

“Whether you’re improving access to community facilities, enhancing cultural spaces, or upgrading sport and recreation infrastructure – this funding is about strengthening the fabric of our local communities,” Mr Williamson said.

Applications are open now and close at 5pm on 21 July 2025.

For more information or to apply, visit:https://www.nsw.gov.au/grants-and-funding/clubgrants-category-3-fund/clubgrants-infrastructure-sport

PHOTO: The Coraki Memorial Bowling Club were successful in securing a $200,000 grant from a previous application under Clubgrants for a new synthetic turf bowling green.