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    April 2, 2025

    BEYOND BANK DOUBLE DONATION DAY IS HERE

    The ‘Double Donation Day’ fundraising campaign is here, when every dollar you donate on April 2-3 2025 will be doubled up to a maximum of $10,000 thanks to the generosity of Beyond Bank Foundation. This means your contribution goes twice...

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May 25

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South West Community Foundation was delighted to be part of the Regional Arts Victoria (RAV) Creative Partnership Circle Quarterly Meeting, held this time in Camperdown at the Old Chambers, Corangamite Shire Civic Centre.

It was a meaningful and informative session filled with shared experiences, highlights from across the region and exciting collaborative opportunities.

Thank you to our hosts, Corangamite Shire, and to all participants for generously sharing their projects, ideas and future plans. These conversations are an important reminder of the vital role arts and creativity play in enriching our communities, strengthening connections and enhancing our everyday lives.

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May 24

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South West Community Foundation received a heartfelt thank you to the Koroit & District Community Fund, for supporting the Koroit Football Netball Club’s All Abilities Football Team with their guernseys.

“We are incredibly grateful for your support in providing our club guernseys and getting the team up and running. The participants are absolutely loving the opportunity to play All Abilities Football in a fun, social and inclusive environment.

Not only are they developing their football skills, but they are also building confidence, social connections and community participation along the way.”

The team has started the season strongly, competing in two fantastic games so far:
🏉 Sunday 3 May – vs Wimmera Whippets in Horsham
🏉 Wednesday 13 May – vs South Warrnambool in Warrnambool

As you can see from the photos, the smiles and pride in wearing their guernseys say it all. We’re so proud to support such an inclusive and inspiring program within our community.

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May 23

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What a fantastic few days representing South West Community Foundation at the National Community Foundations Forum 2026 on Wurundjeri Country in Naarm.

We joined community foundations from across Australia — and around the world — to share ideas, strengthen partnerships and explore how we can continue supporting resilient, inclusive and connected communities.

Some key takeaways included:
🌟 Inspiring conversations about meeting the changing needs of communities
🌟 New collaborations and partnerships forming across regions and sectors
🌟 Important discussions around inclusion, Indigenous-led funds and community leadership
🌟 Celebrating the achievement of DGR1 reform and what comes next for the sector

It was also a special opportunity to acknowledge the incredible contribution of outgoing CEO Ian Bird and welcome incoming co-CEOs Georgia Mathews and Dylan Smith.

A huge thank you to Community Foundations Australia, and all involved in delivering such a meaningful and energising event.

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May 22

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Today our Executive Officer, Alison, popped out to Warrnambool Airport to see what was happening with the ALERT Warrnambool program.

She caught up with one of the Founders, Greg Moon and stepped into a session as a Mercotts educator discussed the safe distance drivers should leave between their vehicle and the car in front.

Greg and Jo Moon have created an amazing three-day driving education program, ensuring the road safety message is ringing loud and clear across our communities.

Also attending the program were ACE Radio Network General Manager, Tracey Kol and Rookie (Lachlan Rooke), popular radio presenter, Content Director and Afternoons Host on 95.3 Coast FM, who shared their key takeaways from the morning session.

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May 21

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A reminder that It's National Volunteer Week (18–24 May) and as you head into your footy club, community group meeting, local committee or weekend sport this weekend, we have one small request.
Take a moment to thank a volunteer.

The people who set up, show up and give their time - often quietly and without recognition - are the backbone of our communities. They deserve to hear it.
To every volunteer across our region: your contribution matters more than you know.

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May 20

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During National Volunteer Week, it feels fitting to celebrate the people who helped build the foundations of what we do.

Pictured here, are Helen Paatsch and Robyn Alexander - two women who have given generously of their time, knowledge and energy to both South West Community Foundation and the broader Colac Otway community.

Helen is a founding member of SWCF and has spent decades contributing to her community in countless ways, as a former Mayor, Local Government Councillor, and through her ongoing voluntary work across the region.
Robyn has been a passionate leader within SWCF and continues as Chair of the Colac Community Fund, championing local giving and community connection across the Colac Otway region.

This is exactly what volunteering looks like. Showing up, year after year, because you genuinely care about the place you call home.
Thank you Helen and Robyn. We are so grateful.
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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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