Member for Barker Tony Pasin is encouraging volunteer organisations in Barker to apply to the 2022/23 Round of Families and Communities Volunteer Grants Program.

“Volunteers are the lifeblood of our communities across Barker. From the local footy club to soup kitchens, op shops and men’s sheds, our communities are better places for the time our volunteers give to them,” Mr Pasin said.

In Barker, a total pool of $66,225 has been made available through the program to support eligible not-for-profit community organisations to support the efforts of their volunteers.

Grants of $1000 to $5000 will help volunteers and volunteer groups to buy small equipment, to reimburse volunteers for fuel, to assist with training costs or support promotional activities.

“I am pleased to be able to support the terrific work that community groups do to support our local communities. Together we are making them even better places to live, work and raise a family,” Mr Pasin said.

Eligible organisations can obtain an Expression of Interest Form from the office of Tony Pasin via email, Tony.Pasin.MP@aph.gov.au or 0887247730.

Expressions of intnerest are required to be submitted no later than 5pm on September 19.