Creating a more connected, fair and thriving Geelong.

Who we are

The Geelong Community Foundation connects local generosity with local need. We work with donors, fundholders and community partners to back projects, scholarships and initiatives that strengthen our region—today and for the long term.

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Impact snapshot

It’s more than just food and shelter. The Lazarus Centre feels like a community, a place where you can find support, and regain a sense of belonging.

— Client, Lazarus Community Centre

Food & Emergency Support

Food Relief, Material Aid, Homelessness Assistance

Totalling $259,000

Individuals supported

Key Outcomes:

— Reduced barriers to access food
— Increased dignity of choice
— Reduced financial stress
— Reduced hunger and increased nutrition
— Increased warmth and shelter
— Increased physical hygiene
— Enhanced trust, relationships and friendships
— Reduced tiredness and improved mental clarity

The EdConnect volunteer has extended students writing ability, including spelling and punctuation.

— Teacher, EdConnect

Education & Employment

Education Scholarships and Employment Opportunities

Totalling $366,420

Individuals supported

Key Outcomes:

— Reduced barriers to access food
— Increased dignity of choice
— Reduced financial stress
— Reduced hunger and increased nutrition
— Increased warmth and shelter
— Increased physical hygiene
— Enhanced trust, relationships and friendships
— Reduced tiredness and improved mental clarity

It has helped me heal, it’s inspired me, and it’s helped me be a better mum.

— Participant,

The Empowerment Challenge

Health, Resilience & Connection

Physical & Mental Health, Family Support, Connection & Belonging and Life Skills

Totalling $812,451

Individuals supported

Key Outcomes:

— Reduced barriers to access food
— Increased dignity of choice
— Reduced financial stress
— Reduced hunger and increased nutrition
— Increased warmth and shelter
— Increased physical hygiene
— Enhanced trust, relationships and friendships
— Reduced tiredness and improved mental clarity

With the installation of solar, we have been able to reduce our costs and minimise the impact on the environment.

— Samaritan House Geelong

Environment & Sustainability

Recycling & Renewable Energy, Land Management & Regeneration

Totalling $50,000

Local for-purpose organisations

Key Outcomes:

— Reduced barriers to access food
— Increased dignity of choice
— Reduced financial stress
— Reduced hunger and increased nutrition
— Increased warmth and shelter
— Increased physical hygiene
— Enhanced trust, relationships and friendships
— Reduced tiredness and improved mental clarity

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