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protecting and restoring our land and environment.

More than 200 projects were funded through last year’s grants, including projects like there habilitation of native plants near Echuca, wicking beds for seed production in Euroa and rabbit control projects near Swan Hill and the Mallee region.

Grants of up to $5000 will be available for projects that provide childcare centres, kindergartens, primary and secondary schools, Scouts, Girl Guides and youth groups in northern Victoria with an opportunity to participate in hands-on projects planting Indigenous gardens, building habitat to attract native insects and birds, collecting data about nature and excursions to wildlife sanctuaries.

For more information about how to apply, visit environment.vic.gov.au/grants

Penny Fowler, Chairman of the Good Friday Appeal said, “Giving for the kids is what the Good Friday Appeal is all about and what big, generous hearts Victorians have had this year. The Appeal continues to shine a light on the very best in our community and this year’s Appeal is no exception. We are incredibly grateful to communities in Victoria and all the volunteers for digging deep for The Royal Children’s Hospital. Thank you to both the Federal and State Governments for the generous contributions to the Appeal to ensure it remains a world-class facility helping sick children and their families.”

Rebecca Cowan, Executive Director of the Good Friday Appeal said, “It’s been wonderful to see tens of thousands of Victorians come together to generously support the world-class facility.

“Whether you joined us at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre for Kids Day Out, took part in a local fundraiser, tuned into Channel 7’s Telethon, watched the AFL SuperClash or donated, we thank you.

“We understand that it has been, and continues to be, a very challenging time for many, and we sends our heartfelt thanks to those who continue to give what they can to create meaningful change for sick children and their families, enabling the RCH to provide leading healthcare to those who need it most,” said Rebecca.

This year, funds from the Good Friday Appeal will go directly to new and ongoing programs including, Cardiac projects, the Centre for Health Analytics, development of the Melbourne Children’s Campus Mental Health Strategy and vibrant youth program Chronic Illness Peer Support (ChIPS). Each year, donations from the Good Friday Appeal support ground-breaking research, state of the art equipment and technology, family centred care programs and attracting and retaining the brightest minds.

The 2023 Good Friday Appeal is incredibly grateful to the thousands of committed collectors, volunteers, devoted tin rattlers, exceptional area managers, corporate partners, community groups and the people of Victoria. It is because of their dedication that Australian children are able to receive the best care possible.

With an incredible fundraising result, the Good Friday Appeal is truly humbled by the generosity of the Victorian community and beyond. Since 1931, the Good Friday Appeal has raised a momentous $444M going directly to The Royal Children’s Hospital.