Round three of Wollar Solar Farm’s Sponsorship Program has this month awarded grants to a diverse range of local events and initiatives aimed at fostering community and social support, environmental education, emergency services and arts and culture. The program, which seeks to support local projects and events, has allocated funding to eight community groups in this latest round.

Among the funded initiatives are Watershed Landcare Group’s Green Day event and the Gulgong Holtermann Museum, reflecting the program’s commitment to enhancing cultural, educational, and recreational opportunities within the Mudgee region.

Round 3 successful applications include:

1. Cudgegong Camera Club – Materials for new photography display boards and stands
2. Gulgong Holtermann Museum – Upgrades to the Museum’s gift shop area
3. Gulgong Rescue Squad – 4WD recovery equipment
4. Kanandah Retirement Mudgee – Remote video calling equipment for the residents
5. Lifeskills Plus Inc – Activities and programs support
6. Mudgee & District Bikers Toy Run – Mudgee & District Bikers 40^th annual Toy Run support
7. Watershed Landcare Group Inc – Green Day Environmental Education event support
8. Wollar Progress Association – Advertising and print support for WollarALIVE! event

Community Relations Manager for Wollar Solar, Erin Fletcher, said:, “It was fantastic to again have an array of very strong applications, continuing the trend seen in our previous two Sponsorship Program funding rounds. It’s always great to hear about some of the exciting initiatives being driven by the local community.

“We’re proud to provide assistance to the eight organisations successful in this round, although we of course wish that we could support all of those that submitted applications. We look forward to seeing these wonderful initiatives roll out in the coming months, providing substantial benefit to the broader community.”

With the conclusion of Round 3, Wollar Solar is pleased to announce the opening of Round 4 of the Sponsorship Program. This final round presents another opportunity for local organisations and event planners to secure funding to support their endeavours.

Community groups and not-for-profit organisations in Mudgee, Gulgong, Wollar and towns in between are encouraged to submit their applications for Round 4 sponsorship, before 29 November 2024. Organisations and community groups are also able to submit applications for in-kind support, material donations or volunteer assistance.

For more information on eligibility criteria and how to apply, please visit the Wollar Solar Farm website.

The Wollar Solar Farm Sponsorship Program is designed to provide financial support to local events and initiatives that contribute to the cultural, social, and economic vitality of our community. Community groups who submitted an application in Round 1, 2 and 3 can still apply for Round 4. Applications must be submitted online or via email.

To apply please visit: https://wollarsolar.com.au/community/community-sponsorship-application/  Should organisations, individuals or community groups require assistance with their submission, they can contact info@wollarsolar.com.au or call 1800 700 743.