Uncategorised
Supporting the next generation of “perfect nuisances”
In December, VFFF celebrated the graduation of the 26th Cohort of Fellows at a dinner attended by representatives from Cranlana Centre for Ethical Leadership and VFFF.
Read MoreLatest Grants – December 2022
This quarter, the VFFF Board approved 3 new grants totalling $3,799,000.
Read MoreVFFF Youth Advisory Group – In conversation with Charlotte Watson
VFFF are excited to be launching a quarterly interview series with our Youth Advisory Group, showcasing their insights, expertise and the value of community-led grantmaking. Our first interview features Charlotte Watson.
Read MoreMeet VFFF’s Youth Advisory Group!
VFFF recognises that backing young people means listening and responding to their needs, priorities and insights. Acknowledging the need to practice what we preach, VFFF began exploring avenues to embed youth representation into our decision-making structures. Philanthropy is at its best when working alongside those communities it seeks to support – and a Youth Advisory Group offered an opportunity to incorporate youth voices into the grant making process for Backing Young People.
Read MoreQ&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.
Read MoreHolding Steady in Philanthropy – the First Steps Count Child and Community Centre
VFFF’s involvement with the First Steps Count team in Taree dates back to 2011. At that time, our early place-based work had identified Taree as an area of need and opportunity, and we had come across a local working group, led by Rosemary Sinclair. This group of dedicated community members had a vision to create a community hub offering wraparound support, programs and services for children and their families.
Read MoreLatest Grants – September 2022
This quarter, VFFF approved 2 new grants totalling $1,482,000.
Read MoreQ&A: Ben Higgins, Alpha Youth
Alpha Youth has strong alignment with VFFF’s Christianity funding goal to provide young people with the opportunity to make life choices informed by an understanding of Christian faith and belief. VFFF’s multi-year core operations grant aims to help Alpha accelerate its encouraging growth trajectory with an ultimate goal of over 100,000 Australian young people participating in Alpha Youth from 2022-2024.
Read MoreLatest Grants – June 2022
This quarter, VFFF approved 9 new grants totalling $2,851,000.
Read MoreOur Approach: Decent Work Exploration Grants
The Decent Work goal has become even more relevant over the past year, as skills shortages are emerging in key industries and locations. This program funds Employer driven, innovative models for work that integrate learning to ensure young people gain the work and experience they need and value.
Read MoreVFFF Turns 60!
On 2 June 2022, three generations of the Fairfax family gathered for the 60th anniversary of the Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation.
Read MoreQ&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.
Read More