January 7th, 2024Funds for multicultural festivals

The state government says it’s supporting more multicultural organisations to deliver festivals and events statewide.

Member for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas recently announced Macedon group Victoria Arya
Samaj Inc. has received $2000 for the Holi Festival 2024.

A total of 183 organisations will receive funding to deliver festivals and events throughout
Victoria, with 47 regional organisations funded through the Regional Multicultural Festivals
and Events Fund and over 130 through the Multicultural Festivals and Events program.

The latest round of grants will support organisations to host events between January and
March 2024, with celebrations set to reach more than 220,000 Victorians.

Outcomes of applications for events being delivered April to June 2024 are expected to be announced soon.

Member for Macedon Mary-Anne Thomas: “What an exciting time to live in Macedon, with our fantastic Holi Festival funded through the Multicultural Festivals and Events program. I encourage everyone in the local area to get involved in the festivities.

“This event celebrates the cultural diversity that forms part of Macedon and will encourage
communities to come together and boost inclusion and social cohesion.”