BTS
You can use the categories to the right to explore particular topics. You’ll also find inspiring stories about some of the wonderful things community groups do with that funding. We also share a selection of media stories, where FRRR or a member of our staff has been featured. For any media enquiries, email Julie Weldon or call 0423 110 802.
Celebrating flexible, trusting partnerships
29 May 2024 – Jillian Kirwan-Lee, Head of Partnerships, celebrates the different ways FRRR has partnered with the Origin Energy Foundation since 2013.
2024 Back to School recipients
31 Jan 2024 – FRRR has issued more than $1,097,900 in eGift Back to School vouchers to assist more than 18,400 students and their families experiencing financial distress..
2023 Back to School (General) Program Recipients
10 Feb 2023 – List of 2023 FRRR Back to School (General) grant recipients.
Back to School for Barossa Valley kids
10 Nov 2022 – In total 753 Back to School (BTS) vouchers were distributed to schools across the country thanks to the ongoing support from our generous donors.
Rural communities come together to help students get Back to School
14 Feb 2022 – Students and families in remote, rural and regional parts of Australia will start the 2022 school year with a little extra support, thanks to the generosity of FRRR and its…
Local place-making in Mirboo North
20 Oct 2021 – The Mirboo North and District Community Foundation (MNDCF) partners with FRRR, through a Community Foundation Fundraising Account, which has helped them raise vital funds for priority community projects by leveraging…
Support continues for students impacted by Black Summer bushfires
24 Jun 2021 – More than 6,800 students and families in places recovering from the 2019/20 bushfires will head Back to School in semester 2 with a little extra support.
A little help going a long way
23 Feb 2021 – More than 5,400 students and families in places devasted by the Black Summer bushfires are being given a helping hand at the start the new school year.