MORE SUPPORT FOR VICTORIA’S VETERANS
The Allan Labor Government and Victorian Veterans Council are strengthening support for the veteran community with funding to honour their service, protect their legacy and promote wellbeing.
Minister for Veterans Natalie Suleyman and Member for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas today announced the recipients of this year’s Anzac Day Proceeds Fund and Victoria Remembers programs – providing more than $1.5 million in funding to deliver vital support to veterans and their families across the state.
The Anzac Day Proceeds Fund delivers more than$1.1 million to support 20 organisations delivering welfare and wellbeing initiatives for veterans, with grants of up to $150,000 for statewide programs and up to $50,000 for local projects.
Among this year’s local recipients for the Anzac Proceeds Fund:
· Macedon Ranges Group of Bendigo Legacy will receive $7,470 for Well-being events for aging Legacy Widows.
· Gisborne RSL Sub Branch will receive$30,000 for members welfare activities and functions.
· Path of the Horse in Trentham will receive $50,000 for Path to Recovery, an Equine Mental Health program for Veterans and families.
The local recipient for the Victoria Remembers Program is:
· Mt Macedon ANZAC Day Dawn Service Inc. will receive $29,726 for the 2026 Mount Macedon ANZAC Day Dawn Service.
More than $410,000 provided through the Victoria Remembers Grant Program will fund 27 projects with grants of up to$30,000 to support commemorative events, new memorials and education projects.
The Ballarat Veterans Assistance Centre will use its funding to showcase the experiences and personal stories of veterans from across the Goldfields region. The “Meet Your Veterans” photo exhibition will celebrate the diversity of the veteran community and encourage open conversation between veterans and the public.
For a complete list of grant recipients, visit vic.gov.au/anzac-day-proceeds-fund and vic.gov.au/victoria-remembers-grant-program.
Quote attributable to Member for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas
“Congratulations to our successful recipients. We’re giving local organisations the power toc are for the veterans who served Australia and help Victorians understand the cost, and the value, of their sacrifice.”
Quotes attributable to Minister for Veterans Natalie Suleyman
“These grants back the local organisations doing incredible work for our veterans, and help ensure every Victorian has a deeper appreciation of the service andsacrifice that protects our way of life.”
“As we pause this Remembrance Day to honour those who served, these grants support the wellbeing of veterans and their families through fantastic community programs that keep their legacy alive.”
Quote attributable to Victorian Veterans Council Chair Greg Yorke, AM, CSC
“These grants not only provide practical support for veterans but also help strengthen the connection between veterans and their communities – reminding us of the service and sacrifice that has shaped our history and continues to inspire us today.”
