The final round of the Youth Volunteering for Nature Fund is NOW OPEN with funding up $2,000 for individuals and $5,000 for groups for projects that engage youth in environmental volunteering!

For innovative ideas that champion environmental volunteering that encourage more young people (18-29 years) to volunteer for nature. Successful recipients will also be awarded mentoring, networking events and skill building workshops.

The final round closes 5pm Monday 3rd October 2022, so to learn more about the project, read the funding guidelines and review the criteria for applicants visit: https://www.parkconnect.vic.gov.au/yif/

In addition, the Volunteering Innovation Fund open for applicants. The Fund is offering up to $50,000 per project for innovative volunteering ideas on Victorian Crown land that benefit heritage and cultural values, and improve Victoria’s biodiversity

We are hosting a live information webinar to provide detailed information on the Fund, successful applications, how to apply and answer any of your questions. The Biodiversity Round is your final opportunity to apply.

Friday 16 September 12 noon – 1.30pm

To register, click here.

We are encouraging applications from far and wide. To help get the word out we have attached a briefing pack with Frequently Asked Questions and Social Media content (including relevant images) that we would appreciate you using to share with your networks.

Don’t miss this great opportunity!

We are happy to attend any events to discuss the fund if you have any coming up. Please let us know.

If you have any queries, please email volunteer@parks.vic.gov.au

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