Applications for Murray Irrigation sponsorship now open
29 May 2026
Applications for Murray Irrigation's 2026 sponsorship program are now open.
Schools and community groups within the footprint have until Monday 29 June to submit their applications.
There are two categories of funding available under Murray Irrigation's 2026 sponsorship scheme:
- Community Sponsorship - this funding stream is for community-driven projects that promote safety, participation and wellbeing.
- Education Sponsorship - introduced in 2025, this category is for primary and secondary school activities that encourage student learning, development and wellbeing.
Last year’s sponsorship program delivered a total $25,000 in funding to five community projects and three school initiatives.
Among the successful 2025 Community Sponsorship recipients was the Deniliquin Little Athletics Club, which received funding to purchase a purpose-built discus and shotput trolley.
President, Lauren Ryan, said this new piece of equipment has made a huge difference for club volunteers.
"Friday nights for Athletics involve a lot of work behind the scenes, with so much equipment needing
to be carried out, organised and set up before the kids even arrive," she said.
"Anything that makes that job a little easier is honestly such a gift.
"The reality for small community clubs like ours is that we’ll always put our limited budget towards opportunities and equipment for the kids first, while our volunteers simply make do with whatever we have.
"That’s why we’re so incredibly grateful to Murray Irrigation for funding something that directly supports the people who give up their time each week to make Athletics happen for the kids."
Maeve Bond showcases the Deniliquin Little Athletics Club's discus and shot put trolley.
In 2025 Murray Irrigation introduced a new Education Sponsorship category specific to local primary and high schools.
Berrigan Public, one of three recipients of this inaugural initiative, used its funding to deliver a whole of school mental health and wellbeing support program.
The school’s Parents & Citizens Association worked in collaboration with local counselling and therapy service Capable Minds and school staff, led by Principal Dorothy Dore, to ensure the program was developed to specifically meet the needs of the students.
"The school valued this opportunity provided by Murray Irrigation to partner with the parent body and local external support, Capable Minds, to foster a mentally stronger community by shaping student experiences to develop more resilient young people better equipped to navigate the ups and downs of daily life," Principal Dore said.
Catherine Healy from Capable Minds leads the program with Berrigan Public School students.
CEO Ron McCalman said Murray Irrigation welcomes the opportunity to support innovative projects that make a positive difference both within the classroom and across the broader community.
"Whether it be sporting, health, education and wellbeing activities, or initiatives that assist the vulnerable or support the environment, we're keen to hear from you," Mr McCalman said.
Murray Irrigation’s annual sponsorship activities are made possible through the support of the company’s customers.
Further information, including application forms and selection criteria, is available on the Murray Irrigation website: www.murrayirrigation.com.au/sponsorships
