Goulburn Multicultural Centre manager Heni Hardi is stoked with the NSW government's new initiative.
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The Multicultural NSW Community Support Grants Program is inviting eligible groups to apply for grants of up to $10,000 for events and up to $40,000 for projects.
Funded projects could include migrant support groups, community art and sports programs, English and job readiness training and support, and programs supporting the participation of women and young people from migrant backgrounds.
Ms Hardi said she would be able to apply for funding to buy new equipment.
"At the moment, we only have one computer in the centre," Ms Hardi said.
"Another one will help support our activities.
"Another thing we would love is a car because we run driving lessons.
"A sewing machine would be great as well."
Member for Goulburn Wendy Tuckerman said organisations providing support to multicultural communities can now apply for funding to deliver projects and events.
"We have countless outstanding organisations and volunteers in our community working around the clock to bring us together and keep us connected and supported," Ms Tuckerman said.
"I'm delighted our community can start resuming gatherings in a COVID-Safe manner.
"Whether it's organising regular English or computer classes for multicultural seniors, an art or sporting project for young people, or a flagship multicultural festival, this grant program provides a helping hand to organisations devoted to helping others."
Ms Hardi expressed her thanks to Ms Tuckerman.
"I would like to thank Wendy for thinking about the multicultural community in Goulburn."
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Grant applications are now open and close 5pm Thursday 20 May 2021.
For more information please visit: https://multicultural.nsw.gov.au/
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