climate solutions
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.
Creative connections in the Wheatbelt
25 Sep 2025 – Meridian Regional Arts Inc used art projects to connect 2,000+ Wheatbelt residents, boosting wellbeing, skills and intergenerational collaboration.
Tradies for climate action
25 Sep 2025 – With support from a CLCS grant, Surfers for Climate engaged more than 350 tradies in practical workshops on sustainable building practices.
Funds available for rural climate solutions
01 May 2025 – Not-for-profits in remote, rural and regional communities can now apply for funding to support projects that address climate change at a local level.
Supporter Spotlight: Paul Ramsay Foundation
31 Mar 2025 – We are pleased to bring you a conversation betweer FRRR CEO Natalie Egleton and Paul Ramsay Foundation’s Chief of Alliances, Liz Yeo.
Upcycling workshops in the Upper Yarra region
22 Jan 2025 – Cire Services has taken a significant step towards fostering sustainability and empowering women in the Upper Yarra region of Victoria using an FRRR grant.
Grants available for rural communities to take climate action
01 Aug 2024 – Grants are available for rural communities seeking to embrace practices and solutions that reduce emissions and address the impacts of climate change.
Climate solutions deliver efficiencies & social benefits
30 Jul 2024 – Community Action Inc in partnership with GADSA received a $20,000 Community Led Climate Solutions grant for their Building Energy Efficiency Project.
FRRR and Paul Ramsay Foundation partner to support Community Led Climate Solutions
03 Jul 2024 – FRRR and Paul Ramsay Foundation are pleased to announce a multi-year partnership to support Community Led Climate Solutions in places experiencing disadvantage.
Supporter Spotlight: Helen Macpherson Smith Trust
13 Mar 2024 – We are pleased to bring you a Q&A featuring Debra Morgan, CEO of Helen Macpherson Smith Trust. The partnership between the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) and the…
Supporter Spotlight: Hand Heart Pocket
13 Dec 2023 – Jillian Kirwan-Lee, FRRR Partnerships Specialist, recently chatted with Sara Parrott, CEO Hand Heart Pocket, to talk about their partnership and driving climate solutions at a community level.