Donations will strengthen the bushfire affected communities in East Gippsland. Projects will support well-being, resilience, and involvement in the community.
The East Gippsland Community Foundation is a philanthropic trust created for the people of East Gippsland. Funds from the appeal will help make a difference to their communities. It exists to make a positive and lasting difference as they recover from the devastating 2019-20 Black Summer bushfires.
The foundation is newly-formed, established in 2021. It aims to support and strengthen the community. Their aim, and mission, is to do this by promoting well-being and resilience. All the while involving the community.