Give where you live with the Give Geelong Appeal

THE Geelong region is encouraged to dig deep and show its support for the community during the Give Where You Live Foundation’s Give Geelong Appeal.

The 2026 Give Geelong Appeal will raise important funds to support the foundation’s annual grants program, providing vital funding to local organisations delivering frontline support right across the G21 region.

In 2026, the foundation’s grants will focus on supporting organisations working on the issues putting the most pressure on our community right now, including food relief and food security, homelessness assistance and support, and inclusive employment opportunities.

Give Where You Live Foundation chief executive, Zac Lewis, said that together we can make a difference to those who need it most in our community.

“The Give Geelong Appeal is a chance for the people of Geelong to come together and be part of the solution. This is an opportunity to truly give where you live and raise funds for our community.

“Funds raised will help us invest grants in local organisations to create a fairer, more equitable Geelong community.

“Over the last year the Give Where You Live Foundation has continued building on the legacy it began in 1954, investing in a fairer Geelong community. Over $2.2 million was invested into the community through funding and our own change initiatives.

“You too can invest in our community by supporting the Give Geelong Appeal. Your donations will support grant funding to assist people experiencing homelessness, help food security initiatives and improve employment opportunities across Geelong.”

One of those grant recipients is the Christ Church Community Meals Program who, for over 30 years has provided access to nutritious food for those most in need in our community.

Grant funding from the Give Where You Live Foundation over many years has meant that the team at Christ Church can continue providing healthy, delicious food to the increasing number of people accessing their service.

Jan McGowan, Christ Church Community Meals Program coordinator, said the service is incredibly grateful for grant funding from the Give Where You Live Foundation to support the record numbers of people they are feeding.

“Give Where You Live grants don’t just make a difference, they make our work possible,” she said.

Two generous local businesses, Hanlon Industries and Virtual IT Group, are getting behind this year’s Give Geelong Appeal as matched giving partners. During the appeal, thanks to these generous partners, every dollar donated up to $15,000 will be doubled to further help create a fairer Geelong community.

“Please dig deep for your community, as when we come together through the Give Geelong Appeal, we can fund practical, proven solutions and ensure local organisations can keep showing up for the people who need them most,” Lewis said.

To make a donation or get involved in the appeal activities, head to givewhereyoulive.com.au

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