Community support
We take great pride in our role in the prosperity of our region and the wellbeing of our community. That’s why we’ve established a number of community support and partnership programs.
Barwon Water Grants
We offer grants for community, business, and schools to help fund local projects that enhance the quality of life in our region.
Learn more about Barwon Water Grants
Strategic Sponsorships
We work proactively with communities to identify sponsorship opportunities that align with our strategic objectives.
While we generally contact leading regional organisations directly to explore partnerships, we also invite you to reach out to us to discuss proposals that may align with our strategic goals.
Please contact the grants and sponsorship team on 1300 656 007 or email sponsorship@barwonwater.vic.gov.au
Choose Tap
Community events: hydration stations and portable refill units
We offer free drinking water to eligible community events with our hydration station trailer for large events, and our portable refill units for smaller events.
Apply for a hydration station
Learn more about our hydration stations
Reusable drink bottles
In line with our commitment to achieve zero waste by 2030, we’re phasing out drink bottles for community and sporting groups. While the bottles are reusable, we recognise that plastic products can have negative effects on the environment and our waterways. The use of plastic is increasing across the world, and it is estimated that it will double by 2040. We want to play a part in reducing plastic use. We thank you for your understanding.
We still have a small amount of stock left and will be prioritising orders for groups that have not received bottles in the last 12 months and/or groups that support vulnerable people in our community. Please contact us to find out if we have stock available.
Community support criteria and assessment