2024-25 VESEP - Life Saving Victoria

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Useful VESEP Application Information

VESEP Program Details

The Volunteer Emergency Services Equipment Program (VESEP) is an ongoing program funded by the Victorian Government, which provides grants to local volunteer emergency services groups for operational equipment, vehicles and appliances, and minor facility improvements.

  • The 2024-25 VESEP offers grants of up to $100,000 (excluding GST) to LSV Clubs
  • Funding is only available for the financial year in which it is awarded
  • The VESEP will fund $2 for every $1 contributed by the Club
  • A co-contribution by the club is a mandatory condition of the program

You must attach quotations, specifications, photographs and any other material in support of your application.

VESEP Application Close Date

The VESEP Applications close: Friday 14 June 2024.

Late applications will not be accepted

How to Apply

VESEP applications will only be accepted by submitting this form.

All questions marked with an asterisk must be completed to enable this form to be submitted.

Once you have completed the form you must select the 'Review and Submit' tab.

When you have finalised your application and all the required fields have been completed, select the 'Submit' tab at the top of the form to submit your application.

Upon submission of your application, you will receive an email confirmation and a copy of your application for your records.

If you do not receive the confirmation email please contact us at emvgrants@justice.vic.gov.au.

Support from Surf Life Saving Australia Grant Seeking Unit

In support of Life Saving Clubs in Victoria, LSV provides grant support at no charge to Life Saving Clubs through The Surf Life Saving Foundation's Grant Seeking Unit (GSU).

If you would like the GSU to assist with drafting and submitting an application or have any questions regarding the application process, please contact:

Megan McKay 

Phone: (07) 3177 5814

Email: Megan.Mckay@sls.com.au

or

Zan Marshall

Phone: (07) 3177 5824

Email: Zan.Marshall@sls.com.au

or

Becky Vining

Phone: (07) 3177 5855

Email: Becky.Vining@sls.com.au

VESEP Funding Criteria

Applications must meet the VESEP funding criteria. This includes:

  • The asset will enhance operational capability
  • The group has the appropriate resources to house, operate and maintain the asset
  • The asset will provide a net community benefit
  • Funding for the asset has not been received under another program
  • The group must meet their matched funding formula contribution
  • The group can demonstrate that the make and model of all equipment meets agency standards

Additionally:

  • Eligible applicants may only apply for one grant
  • The project must begin on or after the start of the funding allocation
  • Funding should be fully expended by the end of the 2024-25 financial year

Suggested items to apply for are:

  • lifesaving gear and equipment

or

  • building refurbishment/renovation (as distinct from building maintenance).

Life Saving Victoria has set the following priorities for applications:

  1. OH&S
  2. Lifesaving Equipment
  3. Building Works
  4. Other

All equipment applied for must be approved for use by Life Saving Victoria Clubs and Services and meet the appropriate standards.

Non-approved equipment items will NOT be considered.

All building refurbishment/renovation projects will need to have planning permits and Marine and Coastal Act consent in place or evidence of exemptions in order to be considered for funding.

The Victorian Government encourages where possible and appropriate that grant recipients source their purchases from local businesses (Victorian or Australian).

Clubs should note that the VESEP will not fund recurrent expenditure such as repairs or maintenance.

VESEP will also not fund any core budget requirements, projects currently in progress, and project overspends.

Assessment of your Application

The VESEP Panel and your agency will review and prioritise your application.

Funding recommendations will be forwarded to the Minister for Emergency Services for approval.

Notification of Outcomes

After the formal assessment process is complete, all Clubs will be notified in writing of the outcome of their application.

A list of successful grants will be available on EMV's website.

Need more help?

Contact Life Saving Victoria

Life Saving Operations

Phone: (03) 9676 6722, Email: lifesavingoperations@lsv.com.au