Federal Member for Hume Angus Taylor has welcomed funding for charities and community organisations to support locals in the wake of the coronavirus economic downturn.

As part of the Government’s new Community Support Package, the following emergency relief providers in Hume will receive a total of $833,229 in additional funding assistance.

South West Sydney

•          Anglican Community Services
•          Macarthur Diversity Services Initiative Ltd
•          Prosper (Project Australia) Incorporated
•          The Salvation Army (New South Wales) Property Trust
•          Wesley Community Services Limited

Capital Region

•          Anglicare NSW South, NSW West and ACT
•          MARSS Australia Incorporated
•          Society of St. Vincent De Paul Pty. Limited
•          Southern Youth and Family Services Limited
•          The Salvation Army (New South Wales) Property Trust

Mr Taylor said the investment would assist locals batting the devastating impacts of the coronavirus.

“I know there are many people across my electorate doing it tough right now, which is why I am pleased the Government could deliver this much-needed funding to support emergency cash payments, food, everyday bills, transport and school supplies,” Mr Taylor said.

“Many people reaching out to these services may have never needed this type of assistance before, so we need to make sure we have the right supports in place to help people through this period and bounce back stronger when it’s over.”

Mr Taylor said the Commonwealth funded providers would be working with other local organisations to ensure people could access services quickly.

“I encourage local organisations to work with the Commonwealth funded providers in their area to ensure that those who need support are able to access it,” Mr Taylor said.

Contact details for funded providers can be found at https://serviceproviders.dss.gov.au/