Community Grant Round 1 – 2024/2025

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We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for the first round of our 2024/2025 Community Grant Program!

Last financial year, UYCE/Community Banks Warburton & Yarra Junction proudly funded 37 impactful projects, investing $144,185 back into the Upper Yarra community. These projects have already begun transforming our region, with many completed and others on track for delivery by 31 December 2024.

Could Your Project Be Next?

If your community group, club, or organisation has a project on its wish list, a community grant could be just the support you need to bring it to life.

Key Details:

  • Application Period: Now open for projects starting from 1 January 2025 onwards.
  • Location Requirements: Projects must be based in or serve towns within the Upper Yarra region (postcodes 3799 and 3797).
  • Eligibility: Ensure your project meets the criteria outlined in our Grant Program Guidelines and Quick Reference Checklist.

How to Apply

Applying is easy—simply click here to learn more about the program and submit your proposal.

Why Apply for a Community Grant?

Whether it’s funding much-needed equipment, delivering a new initiative, or building infrastructure, our grants are here to help make a tangible difference in our community. With the support of Community Banks Warburton and Yarra Junction, we’re committed to empowering local groups to achieve great things.

What our recipients have to say!

“A big thank you to the Upper Yarra Community Enterprise; proudly supporting the Warburton Film Festival for over 15 years.” – Vivienne Bond, President, Yarra Ranges Film Society

“Thanks to the Warburton and Yarra Junction Community Banks a new path has been constructed leading from the 9th tee, across the bridge of the creek towards the 9th green. All players (members and public green fee players) can now walk safely and with confidence along this well constructed path. A great improvement on clambering over slippery grass with their buggies. Thank you very much again for your ongoing support”. – Ken Barratt, Warburton Golf and Sports Club

“Who would have thought we would still be going 10 years later? Thank you UYCE for helping make it happen”. – Claire Bamford, Catprint Theatre Company

“Sending a massive thank you to the Community Bank Warburton and Yarra Junction for your continued generous support in helping us to run the much loved ‘Warburton Summer Produce Market’ during summer 2020. The coordinators, workers, stall holders, performing artists, volunteers, tourists and local community are so grateful for everything that is provided in order to keep running this special event. We couldn’t do it without you!” – Leanne Arvanitakis-Hall, Market Coordinator and Melanie Wilson, Market Assistant Warburton Summer Produce Market

Let’s work together to make the Upper Yarra region even better. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the next wave of community-led success stories. Apply today!

Community Defib Program 2024: Saving Lives Across the Upper Yarra

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We’re excited to announce the recipients of our 2024 Community Defib Program, with five new 24/7 community-accessible defibrillators set to be installed across the Upper Yarra region.

A big thank you to everyone who applied for this life-saving initiative, and congratulations to the following organisations who will be custodians of these vital devices:

  • Warburton – ADRA Community Care Centre, Redwood
  • East Warburton – Warburton Fire Brigade CFA
  • Millgrove – River Valley Church
  • Wesburn – Wesburn Primary School
  • Yarra Junction – Upper Yarra Basketball Association

Defibrillators play a critical role in increasing survival rates during cardiac arrest. These new installations mean faster access and improved outcomes in emergencies—helping to keep our community safe and prepared.

This initiative, introduced in July 2023, is part of our ongoing commitment to community health and wellbeing. Each year, through our Community Defib Program, we allocate up to $15,000 to fund the installation of five 24/7 accessible units—no quotes or complex applications needed. Successful applicants simply receive a unit fully funded by Community Bank Warburton & Yarra Junction.

Applications for next year’s round open July 2025, so if your organisation could benefit from a community defib, keep an eye out.

Because at UYCE, we believe that supporting local means saving lives—one heartbeat at a time.

Proudly supported by Community Bank Warburton & Yarra Junction
Helping our community thrive—every day.