In 2017, the Hobsons Bay Community Fund provided $34,805 to 11 community projects across Hobsons Bay, under the Fair, Inclusive and Vibrant grant categories. 

The grants have benefited our Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities, migrants and asylum seekers, people with disabilities, and communities at risk of social isolation, as well as providing equal opportunities for youth in education and employment. 

HBCF has enabled projects focused on the arts, physical/mental health and wellbeing, positive ageing, access to food and housing security and environmental sustainability.

St Marks Anglican Church Spotswood - Community Grant of $2,500

Grant to part fund a multi-purpose garden and activity space for communities using the church and immediate neighbours. Click here to find out more about the Church.

The Finnish Friendly Visiting Service Inc - Community Grant of $3,000

Grant to provide technology to connect elderly Finns and those with a disability. Click here to find out more about the Society.

Multiple Sclerosis Limited - Community Grant of $1,300

Grant towards minor works and the provision of outdoor furniture to allow residents of MS accommodation and their guests to enjoy time outdoors. Click here to find out more about the organisation.

Williamstown Community & Education Centre - Community Grant of $5,000

Grant to establish a program where mature aged volunteers meet with children in their child care program in Hobsons Bay. Click here to find out more about the Centre.

Emma McLean Kindergarten & Day Care - Community Grant of $4,000

Grant to expand outdoor education program for member children and families to the broader community in an intergenerational gardening program. Click here to find out more about the Centre.

Laverton Community Children’s Centre - Community Grant of $3,525

Grant to deliver excursions for children from low socio-economic backgrounds and/or vulnerable circumstances. Click here to find out more about the Centre.

South Kingsville Community Centre - Community Grant of $3,500

Grant towards a training and education program based on ways to reduce food waste through smart shopping, storage, preparing and cooking well. Click here to find out more about the Centre.

Holy Trinity Williamstown - Community Grant of $900

Grant to replace cutlery and crockery for members of the church community. Click here to find out more about the church.

West Welcome Wagon - Community Grant of $5,000

Grant to provide good, bed linen, refrigerators and electric fans for asylum seekers. Click here to find out more about the organisation.

Volunteer West Inc - Community Grant of $5,000

Grant to provide mentors within the Hobsons Bay Governance Mentors Pilot Program to community group to assist with improving their governance systems. Click here to find out more about the organisation.

Carers Links Men’s Group - Community Grant of $1,080

Grant to deliver a family information day for carers, care recipients and family/friends. Click here to find out more about the Group.