Australia’s homegrown on-demand delivery platform Menulog has launched a new grants program designed to give back to regional communities and help them stay connected and thriving.

The Community Support Act will provide grants ranging between $2,500-$50,000 to regional community groups, sporting clubs, charities and local initiatives across New South Wales and Victoria.

From building safe and inclusive sporting facilities, to supporting community events, tackling food insecurity or backing local heroes, the program aims to drive meaningful change at a grassroots level, especially in areas where traditional funding can be hard to secure.

“We’re excited to give back to the communities we have been partnering with for close to 20 years,” said Menulog Managing Director, Morten Belling.

“As the only Australian-born on-demand delivery platform, we have been supporting local restaurants and small businesses for decades. Now we’re getting behind the changemakers shaping their local neighbourhoods and towns.”

Menulog has already awarded the first grants to a number of sporting clubs in Bendigo and Wagga Wagga regions.The teams areusing the funding for important infrastructure projects such as the completion of female change rooms and broader facility upgrades that will increase community access to local sport.

“We understand the impact local sport clubs have on communities. They’re not only a place for connection, but often the heart and spirit of their communities.” 

“The impact of these initiatives on communities is significant. We hope it enables more participation, builds pride and strengthens community connection,” Mr Belling said.

“No matter how big or small, we want to hear what communities need where they live.”

Applications for Menulog’s Community Support Act are now open. Community groups, sporting clubs, and local leaders in NSW and Victoria can apply here: menulogcommunity.com.au.