Community
6 March, 2026
Landcare grants now open
LANDCARE groups and environmental volunteers are receiving more support to care for nature, with grants now open for the various Landcare groups in the region.
The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) has invited applications for the Victorian Government Landcare Grants totalling $3.55 million to fund projects making a difference to enhance and protect Victoria’s great outdoors.
Landcare and environmental volunteer groups can apply for grants of up to $20,000 for projects and $500 for support from now until April 23, 2026.
Last year 509 Landcare and environmental groups across the state shared $3.56 million in grants, helping fund on-ground works, community education and engagement activities, group development and small grants supporting administrative functions including insurance, incorporation and operational costs.
DEECA director of environmental investment and programs Lorna Mathieson said the grants aimed to support the work of Landcare and other environmental volunteer groups in protecting the environment for generations to come.
“It is so important that we support the significant contribution which Landcare and environmental volunteer groups make to our communities managing projects that restore and enhance our parks, coastlines, nature reserves and waterways,” she said.
Grants are available to all Victorian Landcare and environmental volunteer groups, including Landcare and Friends groups, Conservation Management Networks, Committees of Management, Coastcare groups and Traditional Owner or Aboriginal groups and organisations working on Country.
Corangamite Catchment Management Authority regional Landcare coordinator Kylie McLaren said the funding could make a significant difference to on-the-ground results, learning opportunities and community connections.
“Volunteers work tirelessly throughout the year to protect and enhance our natural environment,” she said.
“Now is the perfect time for Landcare and environmental volunteering groups to put forward the projects they’re ready to deliver.
“The application process is simple and accessible – just jump online, read the Victorian Landcare Grants guidelines and start your application.
“And if you need support at any stage, we’re here to help.”
For more information, visit environment.vic.gov.au/grants/victorian-landcare-grants.
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