The Allan Labor Government and Victorian Veterans Council are strengthening support for the veteran community with funding to honour their service, protect their legacy and promote wellbeing.
Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes announced the recipients of this year’s Anzac Day Proceeds Fund and Victoria Remembers programs – providing more than $1.5 million in funding to deliver vital support to veterans and their families across the state.
The successful projects in Northern Victoria include:
- Navigate - Veterans' Journey – Wangaratta, Adventure Works Australia Ltd
- Remembering Bright's Veteran Nurses – Bright RSL Sub-Branch
- Anzac Commemoration 2026 – Mysia Recreation Reserve Committee of Management
The Anzac Day Proceeds Fund delivers more than $1.1 million to support 20 organisations delivering welfare and wellbeing initiatives for veterans, with grants of up to $150,000 for statewide programs and up to $50,000 for local projects.
More than $410,000 provided through the Victoria Remembers Grant Program will fund 27 projects with grants of up to $30,000 to support commemorative events, new memorials and education projects.
For a complete list of grant recipients, visit vic.gov.au/anzac-day-proceeds-fund and vic.gov.au/victoria-remembers-grant-program.
Quote attributable to Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes
“We’re giving local organisations the power to care for the veterans who served Australia and help Victorians understand the cost, and the value, of their sacrifice.”
Quote attributable to Victorian Veterans Council Chair Greg Yorke, AM, CSC
“These grants not only provide practical support for veterans but also help strengthen the connection between veterans and their communities – reminding us of the service and sacrifice that has shaped our history and continues to inspire us today.”
