FUNDING NOW OPEN TO CELEBRATE AND EMPOWER LOCAL SENIORS – APPLY TODAY

Nationals MP for Clarence Richie Williamson is encouraging local not-for-profit community groups and councils across the Clarence and Richmond valleys to apply for funding under the NSW Seniors Festival Grant Program 2026.

With $200,000 available statewide, the grant program supports events and activities to be held during the 2026 NSW Seniors Festival in March – the largest celebration of older people in the Southern Hemisphere.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for our local organisations and councils to get involved and celebrate the incredible contribution seniors make to our community,” Mr Williamson said.

“Whether it’s a morning tea, fitness class, community concert or information session – this funding helps bring people together and create inclusive, engaging and meaningful events for older residents across the Clarence.”

Grants range from $1,500 to $10,000 and support programs that promote inclusion, safety, health and wellbeing for seniors.

Applications are now open and close at 4:00 pm on Tuesday, 12 August 2025.

Key Funding Streams:

• $1,500 to $5,000: Available to all eligible organisations for local community activities.

• $5,001 to $10,000: Available to local governments for larger-scale regional events.

To find out more or to apply, visit: NSW Seniors Festival Grant Program 2026

FILE PHOTO:  Some of the wonderful volunteers at Connect You Too, many of which are seniors, have actively participated in Seniors Week activities in the past.