FOUNDATION 4 COMMUNITY CONNECTION
Foundation for Community Connection Ltd is a local 'Community Foundation' registered as a charity (ACNC and DGR1). ABN 58691305067
Our purpose is to strengthen local communities by empowering residents, volunteer and Not-For-Profit groups to create vibrant, resilient, and inclusive places to live.
We aim to unlock and share the knowledge, skills, and insights of community members to foster collaboration, pride and shared prosperity.
This purpose delivers public benefit by reducing disadvantage, increasing community capacity, promoting volunteerism, supporting place-based initiatives, and facilitating access to resources and education that improve the quality of life across the region.
What Does F4CC Do
To achieve our purpose, we undertake a range of community-focused activities. Currently our activities are focus within South Shoalhaven:
Connection & Engagement
We host public meetings (small to over 1,000 people at our Expo) along with activation events, and community listening sessions to bring people, service providers, businesses, and philanthropy together.
Capacity & Capability Building
We offer leadership development, mentoring, and training programs to strengthen local groups and volunteers.
Collaboration & Networking
We facilitate partnerships between community organisations, service providers, businesses, and government to maximise impact.
Advocacy & Promotion
We raise awareness of community needs, promoting opportunities, sharing success stories, and amplifying local voices.
Grant-making & Philanthropic Support
We distribute funding and support community-led projects that improve local outcomes.
Communication, Awareness & Storytelling
We document and share community achievements to build pride, inspire participation, and celebrate local success.