Geelong Community Foundation News
Celebrating a First for Geelong: Mobile Wardrobe Launch Brings Dignity and Choice to People in Need
On a sunny morning in Geelong, community leaders, partners, and supporters gathered at Cloverdale Community Centre to witness a milestone moment – the launch of Thread Together’s Geelong-based Mobile Wardrobe. As the door of the brand-new van slid open, guests got their first glimpse inside the travelling clothing service that will transform how our community...
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Growing More Than Veggies: How P500 Donors Are Helping Young People Flourish at Farm My School
Thanks to the generosity and vision of our P500 donor community, three young people from our region are finding purpose, building skills, and shaping their futures – through soil, sweat, and hands-on learning at Farm My School. This traineeship program is more than a qualification. It’s a chance for young people to connect with...
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Celebrating 25 Years of the Geelong Community Foundation
In 2025, the Geelong Community Foundation marks a major milestone:25 years of local giving, lasting impact, and community connection. To celebrate, we’ve created a short video capturing the spirit of this journey – through the voices of donors, grant partners, and those directly impacted by our work. “Celebrating 25 Years of the Geelong Community Foundation”...
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Farm My School: Cultivating Communities
Farm My School is redefining food education by transforming unused school land into thriving, regenerative market gardens that nourish, educate, and unite communities. Thanks to the generous support of the 2024 P500 Grant, the program is already seeing tangible outcomes that are strengthening its mission and expanding its reach across Geelong. This funding has been instrumental in deepening...
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Farm My School Awarded the 2024 P500 $80,000 Grant
The Geelong Community Foundation hosted its annual P500 Pitch & Vote Night on Thursday 14 November, where three organisations pitched for an $80,000 community grant. The event was the conclusion of this year’s campaigning that attracted 278 donors, who each contributed $500, and these donors ultimately voted to award the funds to “Farm My...
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2024 P500 Pitch & Vote Night Finalists Pitch Videos
We are excited for this Thursday 14th November when the three shortlisted organisations will pitch for the 2024 P500 grant of $80,000. Below are the pitch videos from the three organisations.
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We are hiring – Program and Impact Manager
The Geelong Community Foundation is recruiting a Program and Impact Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to build on the Foundation’s grant program that has provided more than $15m in grants to community organisations since inception in 2001. The ideal candidate for this role will have considerable experience in community development, working within the community...
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New CEO Appointment at Geelong Community Foundation
On behalf of the Directors of the Geelong Community Foundation, I am delighted to announce the appointment of Amy Waters as Chief Executive Officer. Amy brings to the Chief Executive Officer role significant leadership and grant-making expertise, with eight years’ experience leading multi-disciplinary and diverse teams in both federal government and the for-purpose sector. Amy...
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2024 Grants
Directors of the Geelong Community Foundation approved $1,428,885 in grants for 2024/25 to community organisations supporting people in the greater Geelong Region. Grant allocations for the 2024/25 financial year are provided based on funds raised to 30 June 2023. 85 applications were received in the 2024/25 Main Grant Round, seeking a total of $3.8m, this...
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Geelong Community Foundation has finger on the pulse with vital new report
The Geelong Community Foundation recently released its inaugural Vital Signs report, an initiative aimed at measuring the health, wellbeing, and quality of life indicators within the Geelong region. Vital Signs, a globally-recognised program utilised by Community Foundations worldwide, employs a data-driven approach to present a comprehensive overview of community trends, strengths, and needs through engaging...
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Meli receives $250k emergency funding for family violence program as incidents soar in Barwon region
A Geelong domestic violence program has expanded to include sessions for younger men after an alarming spike in incidents across the region, with survivors speaking out on why early intervention is needed. Family violence incidents have soared in the region, alarming new figures show, as survivors say early intervention is key to keeping men out...
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World Book Day with Ed Connect
Today is World Book Day and the Geelong Community Foundation is proud to showcase the work of EdConnect. The Gratton Institute reports that, in a typical Australian classroom of 24, eight students are unable to read well. EdConnect East Coast General Manager Danie McNeil, said that literacy is an essential foundation in order to build...
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