As the program manager for Boys to the Bush in Western NSW, he sees that promise every day.

And now, with a more-than-healthy government boost, Mr Hancock is confident what many see as a dream will eventually become a reality.

A not-for-profit, community-based charity that focuses on preventative and early intervention strategies for disengaged young males, the Boys to the Bush organisation will receive a $12,000 grant to help it continue to deliver a range of services more efficiently.

Deputy premier and Member for Bathurst Paul Toole met with Mr Hancock this week.

"We are committed to assisting the boys to become better sons, fathers, brothers and employees," Mr Hancock said.

Mr Toole said this Community Building Partnership (CBP) grant is going to a great cause.

"Boys to the Bush has a proven history of being able to engage with and improve outcomes for some of their communities' most vulnerable youth," he said.

"They offer a range of programs, all aimed at supporting the boys to become better men in the future."

As part of their camps and fundraising, the Bathurst Branch of the organisation will now be able to purchase a barbecue trailer which will enable self-catering and a community presence at events it attends.

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