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    Giving Tuesday Australia – Giving Thanks in this COVID-19 world

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Oct 16

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What a wonderful evening at the South West Community Foundation Annual General Meeting at @noodledoof in Koroit.

It was so lovely to welcome our community, partners, board members and supporters together in one room, and the warmth and energy in the space was a reminder of just how special this community is.

We were delighted to host guest speaker Sarah Hardy, Board Director at Australian Communities Foundation and Southside Community Foundation, whose insights and experience made for a genuinely inspiring and thought-provoking contribution to the evening.

One of the real highlights of the night was hearing firsthand from several of the Koroit community groups we have recently provided funding to. Listening to the impact those contributions have made, directly from the people experiencing it, was a powerful reminder of why this work matters.

We also took the opportunity to acknowledge and thank outgoing board member David McIntyre, who retires after an incredible nine years of service to South West Community Foundation. Nine years of dedication, expertise and genuine care for this community. Thank you, David.

A huge thank you to the team at Noodledoof for having us, and to everyone who continues to support the work of South West Community Foundation across our region. What a night of community and collaboration.

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Oct 11

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We’re thrilled to share that the @neilporterlegacy event, held recently at Cobden Technical College, received funding through the Gardiner Foundation Community Development Grant program, facilitated by South West Community Foundation.

The event brought together students from Cobden, Camperdown, Terang and the surrounding district to explore the industries, careers and opportunities available to them right here in our region.

Connecting young people with local pathways and opportunities is one of the most meaningful investments a community can make. When students can see a future for themselves in the place they call home, it strengthens not only their own prospects but also the long-term resilience and vitality of our communities.

We’re proud to support the incredible work of the Neil Porter Legacy team and were delighted to play a part in bringing this event to life.

Congratulations to everyone involved in creating such a valuable experience for our region’s young people.

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Oct 8

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A final reminder that South West Community Foundation's Annual General Meeting is coming up this month and we would love to see you there.

Wednesday 14 October | 5:30 PM | Noodledoof, Koroit

We are delighted to welcome guest speaker Sarah Hardy, Board Director at Southside Community Foundation, former Deputy CEO of Philanthropy Australia, and Co-Founder of Youth Live4Life. Sarah brings a wealth of experience across philanthropy, community foundation governance and youth mental health and wellbeing, and we are very much looking forward to hearing from her on the night.

It's set to be a wonderful evening. We hope you can join us.

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Oct 6

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What  colourful event! The Colour Terang Festival brought an estimated 3,000 people to High Street at the end of September, filling the town with colour, community spirit and plenty of celebration.

From the Show 'n' Shine featuring trucks, cars and motorbikes, through to music, food and creativity, this event was a wonderful showcase of everything that makes small community celebrations so special. The enthusiasm and effort of everyone involved, from organisers to volunteers to participants, made it something truly memorable.

South West Community Foundation was proud to support the Terang and District Progress Association through a @Gardinerdairy Foundation Community Development Grant to help bring this event to life. Seeing thousands of people fill the streets of Terang is a great reminder of what community-led events can do for a town.

Congratulations to everyone involved in making this year's festival such a success.

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Oct 2

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When the Koroit Community Fund supported the @kfncofficial's newly formed All Abilities Football Team, it wasn't just about uniforms. It was about belonging.

This year, for the first time, Koroit was able to field a team in the All Abilities competition. Players from Koroit, Warrnambool and across the district come together each week to share in something that so many of us take for granted — the experience of playing football at a club level.

With matching uniforms for every player and coach, something shifted. These players aren't just part of a separate program. They're part of the Koroit Football Netball Club, one of the most successful clubs in the Hampden Football Netball League, full stop.

They train at Victoria Park oval. They join in club teas. They stay to cheer on every other grade. And by all accounts, watching this group find their place within the club has been one of the most heartening things to witness this season.

This is what community impact looks like in action. We're proud to support it.

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Sep 27

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Congratulations to the Lake Bookaar Recreation Reserve Committee of Management, who have successfully received a @gardinerdairy Community Development Grant for a new toilet facility to be installed on site.

Lake Bookaar is a beautiful permanent salt lake nestled amongst basalt flows north-east of Camperdown, and a beloved spot for nature lovers across our region. Managed by a dedicated community Committee of Management, the reserve offers a wonderful lakeside walk where visitors can experience the area's incredible native flora and fauna throughout the year.

This grant will make a real practical difference, improving accessibility and amenity for the many visitors who enjoy this special place.

South West Community Foundation is proud to work alongside the Gardiner Foundation to facilitate grants like this one, supporting community-managed spaces that bring people together and connect them to the natural environment around them.
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