Men’s Sheds across Durack are being invited to apply for funding as part of the latest round of the National Men’s Shed Development Programme (NDSP).
Funded by the Morrison Government, Round 21 of the NSDP will specifically prioritise applications with a strong health, wellbeing or safety emphasis, in acknowledgement of the impact of COVID-19 and the needs of Sheds in the recovery period and beyond.
Federal Member for Durack, the Honourable Melissa Price, encouraged all Sheds in Durack to apply.
“Now more than ever, Sheds offer men a critical avenue for social support and engagement, this new funding round will provide financial support to assist in both setting up and maintaining Men’s Sheds across Durack,” Ms Price said.
“I appreciate every opportunity I get to visit the many superb Men’s Sheds in Durack and witness the social and health benefits the sheds provide. This funding can help deliver programs with a strong health, wellbeing or safety focus,” Melissa Price said.
Men’s Sheds can apply for financial support across the following funding categories:
• Category 1: Health, Wellbeing, and Events $8,000 maximum
• Category 2: Shed Improvements $8,000 maximum
• Category 3: Equipment $5,000 maximum
Since 2013, the Coalition Government has provided $5.4 million to support Men's Sheds across Australia. Applications for the current funding round close Friday 27 November.
For more information, visit https://mensshed.org
ENDS Media Contact: Rose Crane 0427 587395, Rosemea.Crane@aph.gov.au.