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Grants?
Grants are the catalyst.
The Avon Valley Environmental Society Inc. (AVES) is a volunteer-driven force. While membership fees and donations form our bedrock, grants are the catalyst that allows us to tackle large-scale ecological challenges.
Grant Lead.
30+
Years active
3
Legacy accomplishments
A$3,050+
Shire quick-response support
24+ videos
AVES-tube channel
FUNDING
HISTORY.
Community Conservation
Funded by WA State Govt. One of 18 grants awarded from 88 applications. Funded the revegetation of the Gravel Pit in Toodyay Clackline Railway Reserve.
Containers for Change
Source: Keep Australia Beautiful. Enabled the setup of a donation point for the recycling scheme. Proceeds now continually fund revegetation and track maintenance.
Rakali Project
Source: Shire of Northam. Critical funding for citizen science surveys of the Australian water rat along the Avon River. Early results indicate improving riparian health.
National Volunteer Week
Source: Volunteering WA / Lotterywest. Funded the Rakali Research Presentation event, celebrating our volunteers and raising critical wildlife awareness.
Impact of
Funding
Restoration
Land health priorities.
Education
Public learning programs.
Research
Evidence-led action.
