MEN’S health and wellbeing is being supported through a new grants program to strengthen and expand men’s sheds across the state.
Applications are now open for the 2025–26 Men’s Shed Funding Program with more than $860,000 available to build new sheds, upgrade or extend existing facilities, and purchase machinery and equipment to help sheds grow and thrive.
The program prioritises projects that tackle social isolation and deliver real value for local communities – especially in areas with limited spaces for people to come together.
Past recipients include Mount Alexander Vintage Engine Club, which is building a new, purpose-built shed for community activities, and Clunes Neighbourhood House in Hepburn Shire, where a new men’s shed will support young men to build friendships and learn practical skills.
With more than 360 men’s sheds across Victoria, these spaces continue to provide connection, inclusion and support for men who might otherwise be at risk of isolation.
The Men’s Shed Funding Program has provided more than 500 grants to support sheds and support the Victorian Men’s Shed Association.
For more information or to apply, visit: providers.dffh.vic.gov.au/mens-shed-program.