Seven sport and active recreation organisations in Melton will receive extra funding as a part of the latest round of the state governments Sporting Club Grants Program.
The grants provide clubs up to $1,000 for new uniforms and equipment, up to $5,000 for training coaches, officials and volunteers, and up to $5,000 to improve club operational
effectiveness.
Melton MP Steve McGhie announced on Monday, November 7 that Melton City Badminton Club Incorporated received $3,454, while Caroline Springs Hockey Club, Eynesbury Cricket Club, Eynesbury Eagles Soccer Club, Melton Valley Golf Club, and Eynesbury Tennis Club all received $1,000, and Melton South Football Club received $905.
“The Sporting Club Grants Program is giving grassroots sports clubs in Melton the support they
need to grow their ranks and help more people than ever play the sports they love,” he said.
Minister for Community Sport, Ros Spence offered his congratulations to the recipients of the funding.
“I look forward to seeing a new generation of local champions get their chance to take their sports to a whole new level thanks to this support,” he said.
The Sporting Club Grants Program has provided more than $13.8 million to support clubs and last year
