strengthening rural communities
You can use the categories to the right to explore particular topics. You’ll also find inspiring stories about some of the wonderful things community groups do with that funding. We also share a selection of media stories, where FRRR or a member of our staff has been featured. For any media enquiries, email Julie Weldon or call 0423 110 802.
Building Indigenous economic and cultural sustainability through art
31 Jul 2024 – Tomaree Neighbourhood Centre Inc used $6,407 from FRRR’s Strengthening Rural Communities program to deliver culturally safe canvas art workshops in Tomaree, NSW.
Djinda Ngardak feeds 2023 Dust Up
25 Jun 2024 – Live To Tell Your Story Inc (LTTYS) received an FRRR SRC Grant to assist in delivering their annual culinary program Djinda Ngardak alongside the 2023 Desert Dust Up.
FRRR and Charter Hall partner to support disaster preparedness and recovery
23 May 2024 – FRRR and Charter Hall have signed a three-year agreement to support disaster preparedness and recovery efforts across remote, rural and regional communities.
Nearly $1.4M in small grants for rural Australia
30 Apr 2024 – Nearly $1.4 million in grants is being shared by 129 community groups across remote, rural and regional Australia through FRRR’s flagship SRC program.
Sprouting Joy: Morawa Playgroup’s Nature Playground Project
24 Apr 2024 – Morawa Playgroup in Western Australia’s wheatbelt, transformed its outdoor space into a vibrant nature playground with support from an FRRR grant.
Reviving Namabunda
24 Apr 2024 – Bundjalung Tribal Society utilised an SRC grant to reengage their volunteer support base after interest had waned due to volunteer fatigue and lockdown restrictions.
Healthy ears for kids in remote WA
26 Mar 2024 – A project supported through FRRR’s SRC Small & Vital program, funded by Sidney Myer Fund.
Creating happiness with Happy Boxes
26 Mar 2024 – An FRRR Strengthening Rural Communities grant funded by the Australian Government to support COVID recovery in communities.
Rural communities receive $1.5M boost
13 Feb 2024 – More than $1.5 million in grants has been announced for 110 community groups across remote, rural and regional Australia through FRRR’s flagship SRC program.
More than $1.5M awarded to meet the needs of rural Australia
27 Nov 2023 – More than 150 NFP organisations in rural regions across Australia are sharing $1,579,380 in SRC grants for projects that will strengthen their communities.