FOUNDATION 4 COMMUNITY CONNECTION
The South Shoalhaven now has its own community foundation.
Find out what that means
We believe the people who live here already know what this place needs. Our job is to make sure they have the money, the backing and the structure to make it happen, this year and for decades to come.
A nest egg for the South Shoalhaven
Money that stays here, invested for the long term, and put to work by the people who know this community best.
Connect listens. Foundation funds.
Community Connect South Shoalhaven has spent more than six years bringing this region's community groups together. Monthly catch-ups, an annual expo, community listening and roadmapping and daily conversations with more than 250 local organisations. It is the table where community, business, government and funders already sit down together.
The Foundation for Community Connection is what that listening now has behind it: a permanent, properly governed place for money to land, so that when this community knows what it needs, there is something to fund it with.
Two organisations, one system. One listens. One funds.
What Does F4CC Do?
To achieve our purpose, we undertake community-focused activities where we listen to, support and connect a range of volunteers and NFP groups in the 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.