Empowering young people to imagine and build a better society

A group of Young People gathered in front of signage at a conference

In March 2023, VFFF approved $600,000 over two years in core operations funding, supporting Young Change Agents to amplify youth voice and measure impact. A social enterprise dedicated to cultivating entrepreneurial mindsets, skillsets, and toolsets in young people, Young Change Agents empowers youth to imagine and help build a better society.

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Backing the Future for Youth in NSW

FRRR and VFFF are now inviting applications for grants of $50,000 from individuals and groups of individuals working to enhance the lives of people aged 12-30 who live in remote, rural and regional NSW.

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Out and About

The VFFF team loves getting out and about to see our granting partners in action. This quarter, we enjoyed opportunities to connect with organisations as they developed strategy and celebrated their young people.

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Q&A: Madeleine Buchner OAM, Little Dreamers

In June 2022, VFFF approved $900,000 over three years to build Little Dreamers’ capacity to respond to increased demand. In this Q&A, we spoke to Maddy about Little Dreamers, her recent experience at the 2022 Philanthropy Australia Conference, and what it is like being a young leader guiding an organisation through a significant growth period.

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Q&A: Deadly Inspiring Youth Doing Good

In February 2022, the VFFF Grants Committee approved $49,500 towards rental property costs for Deadly Inspiring Youth Doing Good. Their vision for a ‘DIYDG Home’ is to create a safe space for young people living in the Cairns region. 

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