Grants of up to $100,000 are available to build new men’s sheds, here’s how you can apply.
The Victorian Government is supporting the health and wellbeing of local communities with grants to build and improve men’s sheds in Victoria.
The grants include funds for converting a building into a men’s shed – and refurbishing, extending or upgrading existing men’s sheds.
Men’s sheds are places for men to connect, socialise, learn new skills and work on projects that give back to their communities.
The goal is to benefit the health and wellbeing of members through social support, and the ability to work on meaningful projects, discuss issues and seek support from peers in a healthy and inclusive environment.
Activities for shedders are diverse and range from community projects such as making toys for local childcare groups to assisting with emergency response and preparedness.
There are more than 350 men’s sheds across Victoria, with an estimated 20,000 engaged members.
The 2024–25 grants are part of ongoing support for men’s sheds through the Men’s Shed Funding Program.
The 2023-24 program provided grants to build a men’s shed in Benambra, replace a staircase at Badger Creek and District Men’s Shed and extend the Wangaratta District Men’s Shed.
Applications for Men’s Shed Funding Program grants are open until October 16.
For more information or to apply, visit vic.gov.au/mens-shed-funding-program