South East Water opens community grants program

South East Water’s annual Community Grants program is officially open, with grants of up to $10,000 available to help local groups make community projects possible.  

Now in its sixth year, the program has granted over $475,000 to 88 community groups across Melbourne’s south-east. 

South East Water Managing Director, Lara Olsen said the organisation was excited to offer its Community Grants program again in 2025.   

“Last year we were thrilled to award $140,000 to 22 community groups across a range of community and environmental projects. 

“If your community group is within our service area and needs support for a project, I encourage you to apply now for a 2025 Community Grant,” said Ms Olsen.  

Community groups across the South East Water service area can apply for a grant for projects that:  

• help people learn about water and how to use it in the best way possible 

• support community members experiencing hardship and vulnerability 

• make our environment healthier 

• help people be more active and connected.  

Applications close at 5pm, Friday 21 March. 

Visit www.southeastwater.com.au/grants to apply for a community grant and to learn more about past grant recipients. 

South East Water’s Community Grants program forms part of the organisation’s 5-year customer commitment (Price Submission 2023–28) supporting a variety of community organisations across Melbourne’s south-east.