The Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District, Kim O’Keeffe, is encouraging local community and volunteer groups to apply for the 2025-2026 Community Food Relief Program – Local Grants.
Some of the successful applicants in the last round of funding included the Mooroopna Education and Activity Centre, South Shepparton Community House, and the Numurkah Community Learning Centre.
Groups eligible for funding include:
- Neighbourhood houses
- Community and volunteer-led organisations
- Social enterprises
Ms O’Keeffe is urging eligible groups to apply, given the important work local community and volunteer groups provide across our region to people in need.
“I recently had the opportunity to visit and see the incredible work Moira FoodShare and Numurkah Community Learning Centre provide across our region, supporting those in need during this cost-of-living crisis so many are living through.
“We know that the demand for food relief is increasing and it is critical that organisations are supported so they can help those in need.
“This new round of funding will help and support the work so many of our community and volunteer groups provide in our community.
“I highly urge all our eligible groups to consider applying for the latest round of the Community Food Relief Program.
Applications for the 2025-2026 Community Food Relief Program – Local Grants close on August 19 2025. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.vic.gov.au/community-food-relief-program-local-grants.
