FRRR (Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal)

As the extent of the recent flooding in western QLD becomes clearer and previously inundated areas in Far North QLD face more rainfall, we're expanding our fundraising appeal to support all communities impacted by recent disasters - including those in northwest WA affected by Cyclone Dianne. For the small and very remote communities impacted, the long-term effects can be catastrophic, yet they are often less visible and, therefore, less supported. Many will experience stock and property losses, isolation, economic disruption, increased pressure on support services, and there will be lasting effects on mental health and community prosperity. When emergency relief funds have been exhausted, we’ll be there to provide medium to long-term recovery for these communities in the coming years. If you can lend your support, please donate to our 2025 Disaster Recovery Appeal via the link below. 🔗https://lnkd.in/dnwTPPc7 #FloodRecovery #DisasterRecovery #DisasterPreparedness #Philanthropy #DisasterAppealFund #RuralAustralia #CapacityBuilding #LocalSolutions

Disasters can leave lasting impacts, but we know that communities have the power to rebuild stronger than ever. After Cyclone Jasper, creative activities played a vital role in supporting the wellbeing of displaced residents in Far North Queensland. Regional Development Australia Tropical North received a $13,610 Rebuilding Futures grant on behalf of Regional Arts Services Network Tropical North (RASNTN) to deliver the Creative Recovery Network training program in Cairns. The program equipped arts officers and community leaders with the skills to lead a structured creative recovery strategy. Participants gained training in cultural wellbeing indicators, national disaster recovery principles and trauma-informed practices, ensuring communities are better prepared for future challenges. If you have a disaster preparedness or recovery project and are in an area that was disaster-declared any time between Jan 2019 and Dec 2024, consider applying to the Rebuilding Futures grant program. 📅 Applications close Thursday 3 April. 🔗 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gaatw6k6 #RebuildingFutures #BuildBackBetter #DisasterResilience #DisasterRecovery #LastingImpact Suncorp Group

FRRR is currently seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified people from remote, rural and regional Australia to sit on one of three bodies that advise the FRRR Board. 🌱 The roles are: - In a Good Place Program Advisory Committee Members - Community Led Climate Solutions Program Advisory Committee Members - Outback Advisory Board Members Successful applicants for the two Program Advisory Committees will help us ensure we are directing grants where they are needed most, while members of the Outback Advisory Board will provide input more broadly on issues and opportunities in remote and outback Australia. Read more about this opportunity: https://lnkd.in/g_iXZ6Sm Detailed role descriptions, as well as Expression of Interest forms are available here: https://lnkd.in/gJ394Ad EOIs close 5pm AEST on Friday, 11 April 2025. 📣Please note, these roles are voluntary, but FRRR aims to have a diversity in membership, so the Foundation will consider supporting successful applicants to address barriers to participation in these primarily virtual meetings. #VolunteerRoles #PhilanthropyRoles #ProgramAdvisoryCommittees #RuralRoles #OutbackAdvisoryBoard #BoardRoles

Great news! 🗞️ Two Bay & Basin not-for-profits are sharing $78,000 in grants for fantastic community initiatives. $30,000 will support Bay & Basin Community Resources to engage a project officer to coordinate and further develop the Ls & Ps Program, a young-driver education program. The second grant will help deliver the Blak Markets in Huskisson on April 20. The event is supported by First Hand Solutions Aboriginal Corporation and Djiriba Waagura Pty Ltd and will employ a local trainee, as well as engage local cultural services for the market, and support its promotion. The funding is through FRRR’s Investing in Rural Community Futures (IRCF) program, which is supported by Bendigo Bank’s Community Enterprise Foundation. If you want to know more, you can read the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/g5Hf7T3r 📸 2024 Huskisson Blak Market Event. #IRCF #CapacityBuilding #BayandBasin #RuralCommunities #EducationProgrammes #TheBlakMarkets #PlaceBasedFunding

Enhanced wellbeing for seniors on Christmas Island!🙌🎉 Christmas Island’s remote location and ageing population have led to increased isolation for many seniors. The Shire of Christmas Island partnered with Indian Ocean Territories Health Services to provide essential programs like Stay on Your Feet and to fund respite sessions, improving the emotional, physical and cognitive health of participants. Thanks to an $8,979 Strengthening Rural Communities Rebuilding Regional Communities grant funded by the Australian Government, these programs have been enhanced with new equipment, arts and crafts, and an arcade table. Read the full story of impact here: https://lnkd.in/dkVMjYEd #RemoteCommunities #SRC #StrengtheningRuralCommunities #MentalHealth #CommunityGrants #ProgramsforSeniors #LocalSolutions #LastingImpact

It’s time for our weekly round-up of FRRR grant programs.👋 While many are winding down for the weekend, for some it’s the perfect time to get started on that grant application you’ve been meaning to tackle! Our open programs are: ✅Rebuilding Futures: With the support of Suncorp, applications are now open to support communities to build back better following disasters. Closes 3 April. ⏳ Apply - https://lnkd.in/gK27h429 ✅FRRR ABC Heywire Youth Innovation Grants: up to $10,000 to bring to adopt, adapt and act on the ideas developed at this year’s Heywire Youth Summit. Closes 30 April. Apply - https://lnkd.in/gv3CHUec ✅Strengthening Rural Communities: The Small & Vital and Prepare & Recover streams for our flagship grant program are both open. There is now also an additional Larger Leverage stream with new funding for digital initiatives. Next assessment cut-off will be 24 June. Apply - https://lnkd.in/gY9_pMhQ If you need some help with your application, be sure to check out the Grantseeker Resources page on our website - https://lnkd.in/gvdQ9q83 #CommunityGrants #RebuildingFutures #Heywire #SRC #DisasterRecovery #YouthGrants #StrengtheningRuralCommunities

With record river heights being reported in in many parts of western and central western Queensland, our thoughts are with all the local volunteers and community groups in those areas. This article from the ABC provides a snapshot of the impact so far. https://lnkd.in/g7DyV3na While it's been dry, no one wanted that much rain! From what we are already hearing, there could be extensive stock losses and damage to infrastructure, as well as significant disruptions to supply chains, with impacts too on local and national economies. We will continue to monitor the situation and will be ready to support communities in their recovery when the time is right. #RuralAus #Floods #Disaster

In October 2022, devastating flash floods inundated nearly 2,000 Rochester homes and businesses, leaving only three houses untouched. Nine months later, families were still displaced, children were bussed to Bendigo for school, and trade shortages left many in makeshift housing - worsening stress, especially for vulnerable youth. With the support of a $20,000 Rebuilding Futures grant, funded by Suncorp Group, Boys to the Bush (BttB) delivered vital programs, like Building Up Rochester Boys camp, to improve youth mental health in flood-affected Rochester. The camp gave young participants a much-needed escape, where they learned bush skills, campfire cooking, fishing and cultural traditions with Indigenous leaders. These experiences built resilience, connection and self-confidence, benefiting both the boys and their families. This is just one great example of how a Rebuilding Futures grant can support recovery projects in communities impacted by disasters and extreme weather events that occurred between 2019 and 2024. Stream 1 of the Rebuilding Futures program is still open and accepting applications. If you have an initiative that fosters resilience, wellbeing, and the medium to long-term recovery of your disaster-affected community, apply now and make a lasting impact. 👉 Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gaatw6k6 #RebuildingFutures #BuildBackBetter #DisasterResilience #DisasterRecovery #LastingImpact

The She Gives campaign is shining a light on the power and collective contribution of women's giving in Australia. Our CEO, Natalie Egleton, is a proud member of their advisory group. Read Natalie's thoughts on trust-based giving and how we can help rural communities to thrive at the link below. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gzJf7MG2

The latest edition of our newsletter is here! 📢 This month we spotlight FRRR’s 25th anniversary celebrations, provide details of grants available and offer some practical tips for community groups. We also share inspiring stories from Yorke Peninsula, Central West QLD, Christmas Island and Wagga Wagga.✨ 🔗 Read it now: https://lnkd.in/guNSyfsd #RuralNews #eNews #CommunityGrants #RuralGrants #CommunityTips #eNewsletter #Philanthropy