Wollert Country Fire Authority (CFA) has been named a successful recipient of the Volunteer Grants Program fund.
Member for McEwen Rob Mitchell travelled to visit the team last month, congratulating brigade member Nash Bandara, brigade Captain Senad Tubic, and Community Engagement Officer Jessica Jones on the news.
“It goes without saying that I hold these guys in the highest regard and to be able to provide any assistance I can to make their jobs easier is something I am very happy to do,” he said.
“This funding allowed for the installation of a security system that protects both assets such as equipment and facilities, as well as the members who access the station at all hours.
“These kind of projects are exactly what the Volunteer Grants Program is about, ensuring the work of our volunteers is supported and valued.”
The Volunteer Grants Program offers grants between $1000 and $5000 to support the work of local community organisations by enabling the inclusion of vulnerable people and promoting awareness to increase participation in volunteering.
Examples of what grant funding can assist with include small portable equipment purchases, contributions towards the cost of training volunteers, reimbursement of fuel costs for volunteers, and undertaking background screening checks for volunteers.
