The Minns Labor Government is today announcing more than $2 million in funding to strengthen community connection and wellbeing in Bondi and Sydney's eastern suburbs as support continues following the Bondi Beach terror attack.
Applications are now open for the Bondi Community Cohesion and Wellbeing Grants Package, which will support community-led initiatives that bring people together, foster a sense of belonging, build trust and help communities heal after the Bondi attack.
The grants form part of the NSW Government's ongoing commitment to supporting communities affected by the attack and its aftermath, recognising that recovery from tragedy extends well beyond the immediate response.
The package includes:
- Bondi Cohesion Grants for the Non-Government Sector: a $1.2 million program providing grants of between $50,000 and $150,000 to community organisations and not-for-profit groups.
- Local Government Grant: a grant of $700,000 supporting Waverley, Woollahra and Randwick Councils working together to respond to community needs and promote long-term wellbeing.
- Bondi Connections Grassroots Microgrants: a $200,000 program offering grants from $1,000 to $10,000 to individuals, community groups and grassroots organisations.
- Antisemitism Summit for Local Government: $100,000 to the Jewish Board of Deputies to support delivery of the summit this November.
Projects may include community events (such as festivals or workshops), local wellbeing programs, opportunities for people from different backgrounds to connect and programs that support young people.
Supporting long-term community wellbeing and building resilience against antisemitism, hate, discrimination, misinformation and social division will be prioritised.
The package was developed with input from representatives of the Jewish community and other local stakeholders.
The grants build on the NSW Government's $8.3 million investment to support communities affected by the Bondi terrorist attack.
More information is available at https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/bondi-beach-attack.
Premier of New South Wales Chris Minns said:
“The attack at Bondi was a devastating act of terrorism that continues to affect many people across our community.
“While nothing can undo the harm that was caused, we continue supporting communities as they recover.
“Antisemitism seeks to divide our communities. Our response is to strengthen the values that bring us together.
“The Jewish community and eastern suburbs community have shown extraordinary resilience over the past year. These grants will help ensure community-led initiatives continue to be supported as a key element of the response.”