Annual Reviews
Every year we celebrate with the annual review, which showcases what can be achieved when innovative community members receive just a little philanthropic support.
2022-23 Annual Review
This reporting year saw the most applications in FRRR’s history, signalling both that life is getting back to ‘normal’ following COVID but also highlighting the challenges in securing funding for the things that matter locally.
We continue to back remote, rural and regional communities, so they can deliver contextual and innovating responses to our country’s most challenging issues.
Download the PDF report.
2021-22 Annual Review
The ongoing impacts of COVID, coupled with the legacy of bushfires, drought and significant flooding, made FY 2021/22 another difficult year.
Despite this, communities once again pulled together, harnessing the strengths of local people and their connection and commitment to their places to forge head.
Explore this snapshot of our activities and a showcase of the resilience and tenacity of the local leaders who helped sustain and strengthen their communities. You can download the summary review here.
2020-21 Annual Review
Our 2020/2021 Annual Review is a reflection on an incredible year of adapting and evolving to support remote, rural and regional communities. While we are proud of what we have achieved as a team despite the challenges of COVID-19, it really speaks volumes about the tenacity and commitment of local leaders in these communities, who continued to help their communities adapt to whatever nature sent their way, including, for many, recovering from the 2019/20 Black Summer bushfires. Download the summary report.
2019-20 Annual Review
The 2019/20 financial year was a year in two parts – before bushfires, and after them – and a year of strengthening and responding. It was an also an extraordinary year to mark FRRR’s 20th anniversary. You can explore this Review online or download the PDF.
2018-19 Annual Review
FY2018/19 was a record year for FRRR, particularly in terms of funds distributed. This Review looks back on 2018/19 and showcases some of the wonderful things that rural communities can achieve, with support and encouragement from philanthropy.
2017-18 Annual Review
This year’s Annual Review captures the essence of what we achieved in FY2017/18, how we delivered and our performance both from a financial perspective, as well as from the communities themselves.
2016-17 Annual Review
This edition of the FY2016/17 Annual Review reflects on the achievements of rural, regional and remote communities, and showcases what’s possible with the support of philanthropy.
2015-16 Annual Review
This Review of FRRR’s operations during FY15/16 demonstrates the impact of our partnerships with the private sector, philanthropy and government on rural, regional and remote communities. We share several stories of the amazing things community groups do with the support they receive.
2014-15 Annual Review
The 2014/15 Annual Review celebrates 15 years of championing rural, regional and remote communities through partnerships with the private sector, philanthropy and government. The Review reports on our activities for 2014/15 financial year, including our record breaking results in the areas of funds received and funds granted.
2013-14 Annual Review
FRRR’s 2013/14 annual review showcases what can be achieved when innovative community members receive just a little philanthropic support. More than 750 grants were made this financial year, and a total of $6.4 million distributed. The report also highlights the power of collaborative giving and the importance of networks.
2012-13 Annual Review
FRRR has released an Annual Review for the 2012/13 financial year. The publication includes a snapshot of the year in numbers, an overview of how our programs operate and illustrates the outcomes of collaborative grants across the length and breadth of Australia.
Community Report 2008-09
FRRR’s 2008-09 Community Report outlines the many philanthropic initiatives it has undertaken in partnership with local organisations to support rural and regional communities.
Community Report 2003-05
FRRR’s Community Report for 2003-2005 highlights the significant benefits offered by FRRR in helping rebuild rural and regional communities, combat economic and social pressures, and tackle the consequences of wide-spread drought.
Community Report 2000-2002
FRRR’s inaugural Community Report details the Foundation’s beginnings, and stories of inspiring communities who drive the projects that are needed and wanted by their communities. It also details the role of philanthropy in rural, regional and remote communities.
