Grants program boosts community groups with funding
Dec 17, 2025
Almost $100,000 in grant funding is flowing to 12 community groups across the region thanks to Riverina Water’s grants program.
Residents in Wagga Wagga City, Lockhart Shire, Greater Hume and Federation councils are again sharing in the benefits of Riverina Water’s funding initiative.
“This program is one of the many ways Riverina Water gives back to the community in a meaningful way,” Riverina Water’s Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Crakanthorp said. “These grants make a real difference in enhancing the lives of people living in our supply area.
“We are delighted that 12 diverse projects will now be made possible.”
Funded initiatives this year included Festival by the Sub in Holbrook, improvements for the Tarcutta CWA, supporting St Vincent de Paul's outreach van program, accessible amenities at the Pleasant Hills community hub and more.
Find out more about the successful recipients.
2025/26 grant recipients
- Wagga Wagga Combined Hockey Association (WWCHA): $5,000
- Ladysmith Memorial Hall Committee: $5,000
- Tarcutta CWA: $10,000
- St Vincent de Paul Society NSW: $10,000
- Wagga Weekender Music Festival: $10,000
- Pleasant Hills Community Association: $10,000
- Lockhart Showground & Racecourse Management Committee: $10,000
- Henty Respite Trust Ltd: $10,000
- Holbrook Community Business Committee: $5,000
- Woolpack Inn Museum Holbrook Inc: $5,000
- Morundah Bush Entertainment Committee Incorporated: $10,000
- Yanco Creek and Tributaries Advisory Council Inc: $5,000