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    September 14, 2023

    What is a Community Foundation?

    The concept of a Community Foundation is simple. We make it easy for people to contribute to a pool of funds which is used to support charitable projects through purposeful grant making. We are governed by independent volunteer trustees that...

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    May 25, 2023

    SWCF Grants 2023

    The SWCF has hit pause on the funding round for 2023, but it is all for good reason.  The foundation is going through a ‘getting to know you’ period, with a revised vision for the future of the SWCF grant...

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  • Holiday Actors members Jake, Lyal and Nate participate in a puppet making workshop at One Day Studios, here with their trash puppets.
    January 2, 2023

    Puppet workshop helps set the stage

    Warrnambool Holiday Actors are starting the new year in high gear as they take to the stage for the puppet-filled action of Shrek – The Musical. After COVID delayed the performance in 2022, all of the singers, actors, puppeteers and...

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Oct 9

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Spring is the perfect time to grow something meaningful. 🌱 
We’re proud to introduce the GROW Fund, a new initiative from South West Community Foundation supporting schools across our region to nurture the next generation.

With your support, the GROW Fund will back programs that help young people thrive, including:
🍽️ Kitchen gardens that teach life skills
🔧 Hands On Learning that re-engages students through practical projects
🫶 Nurture Rooms providing safe spaces for emotional wellbeing

This is grassroots giving at its best — funding local schools to deliver real, lasting impact for students and their communities.

💛 Want to support or learn more? Head to our website via the link in our Bio.

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Oct 7

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For over 15 years, South West Community Foundation has been connecting local generosity with local need - building a deep well of knowledge around community giving.

Whether you’re a donor wanting to make a bigger impact, or a community organisation looking to grow your reach, we’re here to help you think strategically and make every dollar count.

🌱 Let’s chat about how we can support you: www.southwestcommunityfoundation.org

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Sep 25

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Did you catch our Spring newsletter? It’s packed with exciting updates — including new regional funds, community impact stories, and what's ahead for South West Community Foundation. 🌸 

Be the first to hear about grant rounds, local events, and community news that matters.
📬 Subscribe today and get future updates straight to your inbox - https://loom.ly/y_vYpkg

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Sep 23

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We’re thrilled to launch the GROW Fund — a brand new regional initiative from South West Community Foundation, designed to support schools in our region making a real difference.

This fund is all about backing impactful programs like:
🌿 Kitchen gardens
🛠️ Hands On Learning programs
💚 Nurture Rooms

It’s about planting the seeds of opportunity and helping young people thrive — in the classroom and beyond.
Want to support this incredible new initiative or learn more? Head to our website https://loom.ly/GUODOmk

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Sep 18

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South West Community Foundation is currently inviting applications for up to 3 new Board Directors ahead of our AGM in November.

We’re on the lookout for passionate individuals from our regional community with experience in:
✔️ Finance & Accounting
✔️ Philanthropy & Grants
✔️ Regional Community Development

If you're ready to help shape local giving, back grassroots initiatives, and strengthen South West Victoria — we’d love to hear from you.

📍 Sound like you? Learn more and apply via our website: https://www.southwestcommunityfoundation.org/career/board-director

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Sep 11

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📣 Don't forget, you have one week left to submit your EOI!

If you’ve got a project that builds a stronger Colac Otway community, now’s your chance to pitch for your share of $15,000 in grant funding through the SWCF Colac Community Fund.

🗓️ EOIs close Thursday 19 September
🎤 Pitch Night: Thursday 24 October

It’s a fantastic opportunity to share your ideas, connect with others, and access funding that creates real impact in our region.

🔗 Submit your EOI today via our website https://loom.ly/KuYIti4
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Warrnambool VIC 3280
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We acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land we live and work on, the lands of the Gunditjmara, Giraiwurung, Guilidjan, Gadubanud and Djabwurrung. We recognise the diverse needs of our community and we ensure our services are inclusive of all children, young people and their families including those who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTIQ and persons living with disability.

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