Youth to thrive in a new era

YOUNG rural Victorians will continue to flourish with the support of Youthrive, the legacy and foundation of late philanthropist, Helen Macpherson Smith.

Relaunching as The Rural Foundation Ltd and trading as Youthrive Victoria, the organisation has just celebrated its 10th anniversary of providing wrap-around care for rural Victorian youth across a variety of programs.

Initially the foundation was created by Macpherson Smith trustees and began as a tertiary scholarship provider for rural youth. It’s since grown to provide the alumni-led and award-winning program, Dream Seeds, vocational education scholarships, leadership development training and mentorship.

Youthrive will continue the Macpherson Smith Rural Foundation’s vision that rural and regional communities across the state will thrive with the input of skilled, resilient and motivated young people.

The name change acknowledges the growth of the charity over the last 10 years and brings further opportunity.

Visit youthrivevictoria.org.au to find out more. Discover how you can get involved at youthrivevictoria.org.au/get-involved.