Community Grants
We’re the proud recipients of a number of community grants offered by local organisations – Bendigo Bank and Coridale. The funding will be put toward important projects to continue to improve our facilities and the grounds for our children now and into the future.
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Bendigo Bank
In 2023 we successfully applied for a Bendigo Bank ‘Better Buddies’ grant.
This grant will enable us to redevelop our ourdoor area to ensure it is a safe, accessible and inclusive space for all children.
Stage 1 was completed in early 2024, focusing on opening up the space through a layout redesign and reconfiguration to encourage free play, remove obstacles and allowing for the inclusion of dedicated playspaces in stage 2.
Over the Term 2 holidays we also installed our ‘Bendigo Bank Better Buddies’ Bench, creating a sheltered space for children to gather and connect.
Coridale
In 2023 we received a grant award from local business, Coridale.
In Term 2, 2024, we installed a water tank and watering system allowing the gardens to thrive throughout the year, increasing the produce output that can be shared with our pre-school community and the broader community.
This program will help us to further establish our community garden, providing the children with an opportunity to learn more about sustainability, and the importance of community engagement.
Our community supporters
We love being a part of the Lara community and we are so grateful for the many local businesses and families that support us through financial contributions and donations.
A huge thank you to our current and past supporters, we couldn’t do it without you!